What is the difference between the water utility segment and the general services segment?
Public Water utilities are responsible for supplying water services for about 85% of the population, with private companies serving most of the remainder. Privately owned companies range from small business enterprises to large corporations with publicly traded stock. In some areas, Public-Private partnerships have been formed between private-sector companies and municipalities to handle water treatment, delivery and wastewater services. The general services segment includes the building and operating of water and wastewater utility systems, system repair services, lab services, sale of water infrastructure and distribution products. American Water participates in both the water utility and general services segments of the business.
Public Water utilities are responsible for supplying water services for about 85-95% of the population, with private companies serving the balance population. Privately owned companies range from small business enterprises to large corporations. In some areas, Public-Private partnerships have been formed between private-sector companies and municipalities to handle water treatment, delivery and wastewater services. The general services segment includes the building and operating of water and wastewater utility systems, system repair services, lab services, sale of water infrastructure and distribution products. Jindal Water participates in both the water utility and general services segments of the business.
