The Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change (NRECC) has said that it is considering implementing the proposed review of water tariffs to provide a return on capital commensurate with the operational costs.
Its minister, Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said the Federal government is aware that the financial sustainability of water operators plays a crucial role in the quality of water supply service delivery.
“We are aware that some states are still using old tariffs that have never been reviewed for over 20 years and this matter is currently under NRECC action.
“We will also ensure that any tariff increase will not burden the less fortunate,” he said. Adding that Selangor and Johor are the two best states in the management of Non-Revenue Water (NRW), which is below 30 percent.