Infrastructure Planning: Water and Sanitation Policy

Designing sustainable water and sanitation systems in rapidly growing cities requires careful policy planning and innovative financing strategies. This course provides foundational knowledge for analyzing urban infrastructure needs, evaluating financing models like public-private partnerships, and structuring policy memos that drive effective development decisions. What you'll learn: * Understand the core challenges and planning frameworks for urban water and sanitation services. * Analyze the economic, social, and environmental factors influencing infrastructure decisions in developing regions. * Evaluate different financing models, including concessions and public-private partnerships (PPPs). * Apply modern metrics for assessing infrastructure climate resilience and ensuring equitable access to services. * Practice drafting clear, persuasive policy memos and recommendation reports for stakeholders. The course begins by defining key terminology and exploring foundational infrastructure models before moving into case study analysis and advanced policy writing techniques. This course is designed for absolute beginners in urban planning, public policy, and civil engineering who want to understand infrastructure financing and policy. No prior experience is required. Start building your expertise in vital infrastructure planning today.