Regulation is an important aspect of water services worldwide.
While engineers can design and deliver systems, regulators have to
decide the level of service that is to be provided and how it is to
be funded. The regulatory model differs according to local
circumstances – where water services are provided by private
companies the models tend to focus more on price setting, whereas
in state-run systems, investment considerations might take a higher
priority. In other environments the regulatory approach is
influenced by international banks or aid schemes supporting the
capital investment.
Mott MacDonald has many years of experience in the economic,
financial, engineering and environmental aspects of water
regulation, working with water service providers and regulatory
authorities.
Our people are at the forefront of method development for long-term
planning and risk assessment of utility and public service sectors
in many countries worldwide.
We bring knowledge of regulatory frameworks and an understanding of
the challenge of real investment programmes, enabling us to support
all aspects of the regulatory process from a practical perspective.
Our specialists advise regulators on planning and assessment
techniques, working to help them balance the demands of economic,
environmental, resource and quality constraints.
Our specialists also work with companies to help them develop and
deliver plans that meet regulatory requirements. We provide
regulatory advice for specific investment schemes, enabling
different technical options to be reviewed in the regulatory
context, and helping regulators to understand the implications of
those options.
We provide business plan development support to companies working
within specific regulatory frameworks, helping them to formulate
their plans in line with regulators' requirements.
Read about our work around the world