Influences of Public Ecological Awareness and Price on Potable Water Consumption in Geneva

摘要: The specific attitudes and behaviour of individuals in a given society must be properly understood order to develop adequate relevant public policies regarding water consumption. For this reason, we conducted survey measure the perception Geneva population main social aspects Our sample, collected between November 2006 February 2007, numbers 907 valid questionnaires. We observed that most respondents indicate they have an ecological awareness their daily consumption freshwater. However, also discovered lack information, e.g. people are neither able quantify price, nor individual (for drinking, cleaning, washing, etc.). Non-parametrical statistical tests highlighted weak correlation price increase Also, who directly pay bills seem more concerned by than others. This other elements been analysed with aim provide recommendations for better demand management policies.