Tapping the Markets

Unlocking Investment in Water and Sanitation for the Poor. This report analyzes the potential for domestic private sector involvement in providing safe water and improved sanitation in developing countries. It focuses on Bangladesh, Benin, Cambodia, Indonesia, Peru, and Tanzania, examining market opportunities and constraints.

The study identifies key challenges, including inefficient business models and policy constraints, that prevent local enterprises from tapping into the large market for serving poor and nonpoor households. It offers recommendations for stimulating demand, improving business viability, and creating a more supportive investment climate.
Understand market potential in developing economiesIdentify key challenges to private sector involvementDiscover policy recommendations for improving accessThis report is for governments, development partners, NGOs, and private investors seeking sustainable solutions to water and sanitation challenges. Jemima Sy, Robert Warner, and Jane Jamieson offer insights for harnessing entrepreneurial capabilities and addressing critical development needs.