How Long to Read Communicating the Value of Water

How Long Does it Take to Read Communicating the Value of Water?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 41 minutes to read Communicating the Value of Water by Edward G. Means

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Communication, both within the utility and with external stakeholders, is essential for the long term sustainability of utilities. One of the biggest challenges that utilities face is the ability to obtain the finances necessary to complete projects related to water quality and water quantity. If the utility can effectively communicate the value of the water services it provides and the value of water as a life-sustaining resource, customers may be more prudent in their use of water and more willing to pay higher rates, city decision makers will be more likely to approve rate increases, and the utility will be more likely to gain the finances needed for long term sustainability. The goal of this project was to develop practical guidance and tools that can be used by water officials to properly communicate the value of water. The specific objectives were as follows: Research available studies related to communication with customers and stakeholders both in the water utility field as well as other organizations that require public support to glean “lessons learned” Supplement the available studies with surveys and workshops that are directly related to communicating the value of water Develop a branding strategy that builds public trust and communicates the utility value proposition to the customer and stakeholder Develop specific guidelines, plans, and processes, along with communication tools, that can be used by water utilities to devise a communication program for their water utility The approach for completing this project started with an extensive literature search on the topic of communicating the value of water followed by several workshops, meetings, focus groups, and interviews to help identify key messages to be used in communications plans. The information collected in these project activities was summarized and used to develop a step-by-step model for communications planning. The model incorporates aspects of strategic planning, communications gap analysis, behavioral gap analysis, branding, and national communications efforts. An electronic Communications Toolkit providing various tools and example communications materials to assist utilities was also developed.

How long is Communicating the Value of Water?

Communicating the Value of Water by Edward G. Means is 161 pages long, and a total of 40,411 words.

This makes it 54% the length of the average book. It also has 49% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Communicating the Value of Water Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 40 minutes to read Communicating the Value of Water aloud.

What Reading Level is Communicating the Value of Water?

Communicating the Value of Water is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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