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Water Supply Challenges in Northeast Illinois: Bridging Policy and Planning

This presentation discusses key water issues in Northeast Illinois, from the availability and reuse of water to addressing regional conflicts and societal acceptance. It questions the role of the economy in solving water supply challenges and explores the policy dilemma of Command & Control versus Free Market approaches. Presented by Alan L. Jirik in January 2009.

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Water Supply Challenges in Northeast Illinois: Bridging Policy and Planning

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  1. Water Supply Planning in Northeast Illinois Presentation to the IWWSG January 14, 2009 Alan L. Jirik Vice President Regulatory Affairs Corn Products International Inc 5 Westbrook Corporate Center Westchester, IL 60154

  2. June 2008 “the Governor has vetoed funding for the 3rd year of his own state and regional water supply planning initiative”

  3. Key Water Issues • How much water do we have (reuse) • How much water do we need (reuse) • How much time do we have? • How do we deal with regional conflict? • What will society accept? • Does the economy solve this for us? Ultimate Policy Question: Command & Control or Free Market

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