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Inequality in Water Distribution in Medellín - Coggle Diagram
Inequality in Water Distribution in Medellín
Main Challenge
What the challenge is
Inequality in the distribution of water resources.
Focus
City of Medellín.
Importance
Causes social and environmental conflicts.
Affected Population
Who
Marginalized and low-income neighborhoods, townships
When
Since 2004.
Where
Medellín and surrounding areas.
Causes
Disconnections
Increased since 2004.
Reason
Exorbitant increase in water rates due to network modernization by EPM.
Importance of Solving It
Socioeconomic Impact
Worsens the socioeconomic gap.
Risks
Health risks and reduced quality of life for vulnerable populations
Proposed Solution
Public Policies
Ensure equitable access to water.
Subsidies
Improve infrastructure.
Education and Awareness
Promote water conservation
Specific Actions
Identify Vulnerable Areas
Use heat maps.
Infrastructure Modernization
At no cost to the affected population
Fair Rates
Adjust according to the social and economic conditions