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DEA-based benchmarking of water and wastewater Utilities: A comprehensive literature review

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: • We conduct a comprehensive literature review of DEA in the water/wastewater sector. • The replicable research methodology narrows 2523 studies to 163 relevant papers. • The analysis uncovers trends, emerging topics, and international collaborations. • Our framework advances regulatory benchmarking and utility performance evaluation.

Source: Utilities Policy

DOI: 10.1016/j.jup.2025.102024

Authors: Mohsen Afsharian, Heinz Ahn, Sara Kamali, Bruno Vilela

Institutions: Leibniz University of Applied Sciences, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo

Language: English

Topic: Efficiency Analysis Using DEA

Subfield: Management Science and Operations Research

Field: Decision Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Clean water and sanitation

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,950