WATER ACCOUNTING LITERATURE REVIEW: A CASE STUDY AT PDAM BATAM

Abstract

The struggle for water scarcity is a global issue that becoming a huge concern for every nations in the world, including Indonesia. This study aims to look at the projection of water demand and provide an overview of the application of the concept of water accounting in water supply companies in Batam City, namely PDAM Batam, in order to anticipate the water crisis in the area. The data collection process is conducted through interviews with relevant parties in PDAM Batam and secondary data collection regarding water demand and capacity of PDAM Batam. The results showed that PDAM Batam experienced an imbalance in water distribution, which could potentially worsen the water crisis in Batam City. With proper application of water accounting concept, PDAM Batam can obtain more accurate information to evaluate and plan the water distribution system. This will help in meeting customers' water needs and maintaining the sustainability of water supply for the future, so that the water crisis in Batam City can be resolved more effectively.