trémolet consulting
Reliable infrastructure is key to economic development.
The Millennium Development Goals have stressed the urgency of bringing safe water and sanitation to between one and two billion people who are currently lacking such basic services. Efficient energy services are critical to generate productive opportunities and reduce pressure on the environment. Telecommunications and transport networks connect individuals and businesses, broadening perspectives and unlocking markets.
The era of the technical fix is over, though. Developing reliable infrastructure networks requires getting the policy and regulatory framework right, so as to foster competition whilst protecting the interests of all customers, including the poorest.
Provided adequate regulation is in place to ensure the needs of the poorest customers are met, investing in infrastructure can significantly contribute to reducing world poverty.