Perception of drinking water in the Quebec city region (Canada): the influence of water quality and consumer location in the distribution system
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Several studies were carried out to analyze people's perception and attitude about the drinking water coming from their water distribution systems. The study was based on the data obtained from two surveys carried out in municipalities of the Quebec city area, data analysis based on logistic regression indicated that water quality variations and geographic location in the distribution system have a significant impact on the consumer perception.
Publication Name: Journal of Environmental Management
Subject: Environmental issues
ISSN: 0301-4797
Year: 2004
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Fuzzy synthetic evaluation of disinfection by-products-a risk-based indexing system
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A risk-based indexing system for chlorinated disinfection by-products (DBPs) found in drinking water using the fuzzy synthetic evaluation (FSE) technique is described. The weighted evaluation matrices of cancer and non-cancer risks are aggregated to determine the final risk rating and two case studies are provided to demonstrate the application of this method.
Publication Name: Journal of Environmental Management
Subject: Environmental issues
ISSN: 0301-4797
Year: 2004
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Development of performance indicators for small Quebec drinking water utilities
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A comparative performance analysis of small drinking water utilities in Quebec, Canada was made. Utility performance indicators were found to be systematically better for nonproblematic groups as against problematic groups.
Publication Name: Journal of Environmental Management
Subject: Environmental issues
ISSN: 0301-4797
Year: 2004
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