Integration of urban water services

This paper begins by presenting a case study in India that highlights the important interactions that takes place between different components of the urban water system. The case study highlights the need to recognise these interactions in order to provide safe and sustainable urban water services. The paper then presents ongoing research on development of integrated urban water modelling tool that allows an integrated approach to urban water services. By applying an IUWMapproach it is possible to satisfy the water and sanitation needs of a community at the lowest cost to society whilst minimising environmental and social impacts.