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NRW Workshop | CEVAWD

“Reducing NRW is not just fixing pipes—it is strengthening leadership.”

Last April 16, 2026, the Central Visayas Association of Water Districts (CEVAWD), in cooperation with PEWUP, successfully conducted the Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Workshop in Balamban Water District entitled “NRW: Beyond Pipes – A Leadership Approach.”

The session was facilitated by Atty. Edward L. Remo, General Manager of Carcar Water District, focusing on moving beyond purely technical solutions and reinforcing leadership, systems, and accountability in water management.

The workshop was attended by participating water districts from Tabuelan, Balamban, Moalboal, Daanbantayan, Toledo City, Metropolitan Cebu, Dalaguete, Bogo, and Carcar—a strong show of collaboration across Central Visayas.

Key Takeaways:
1. Understanding NRW from both technical and leadership perspectives
2. Identifying real losses, apparent losses, and unbilled consumption
3. Applying the IWA Water Balance framework
4. Emphasizing proactive strategies: leak detection, pressure management, and data discipline
5. Strengthening coordination across engineering, commercial, and operations teams

Together, we move from reactive solutions to strategic, sustainable water management—building stronger systems and better service for our communities.

Strengthening water systems through data-driven Asset Management!

Last Feb,27-Mar. 6, 2026, two successful technical engagements were conducted by STE Willem Bootsma with Toledo City Water District (TCWD) and Carcar Water District (CWD), focusing on enhancing pipeline asset management and improving overall service delivery.

Throughout the sessions, key areas were discussed and assessed, including asset registration, condition assessment, and prioritization of pipeline maintenance and rehabilitation. Both water districts were introduced to structured, data-driven approaches that support better decision-making and long-term sustainability.

Among the key highlights:
✔️ Adoption of improved data collection methods, including GIS-based tools for accurate asset location and condition monitoring
✔️ Strengthening risk assessment processes to identify critical pipeline segments and prioritize interventions
✔️ Establishment of standardized workflows for data collection, analysis, and reporting
✔️ Integration of Non-Revenue Water (NRW) analysis into operational planning to reduce losses and improve efficiency
✔️ Emphasis on continuous improvement through regular data review and monitoring

The engagement also highlighted the strong commitment of both TCWD and CWD management and staff in advancing their systems, with a shared goal of delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable water services to their communities.

A Milestone for Safe and Sustainable Water Access

On March 17, 2026, the Bayawan Water District successfully conducted the blessing and turnover of the Dawis Water Treatment Facility located in Sitio Niludhan, Brgy. Dawis. This project was made possible through the 2025 Operational Fund of the PEWUP–VEI.

The ceremony was graced by Ms. Mireia Tutusaus, Regional Manager for Asia and Latin America of Vitens Evides International (VEI), along with Bayawan City Mayor Hon. John T. Raymond, Jr., and Brgy. Dawis Barangay Captain Hon. John G. Casipong. Also present were the PEWUP Team, led by Deputy Project Manager Junnah Manugas, and Bayawan Water District General Manager Alma L. Abrasaldo, who will oversee the facility's operation and management.

This new water treatment facility will benefit 171 households or 855 people and that the residents of Brgy. Dawis will have access to safe, clean, and reliable drinking water—marking a significant step forward in improving community health and strengthening water service delivery.

Together, we continue to build a healthier, more resilient future through sustainable water solutions.

Strengthening Investment Planning for Sustainable Water Services

From January 26–30, 2026, STE Roland van Son visited Balamban Water District in Cebu to exchange knowledge on investment planning and management for water utilities.

During the mission, discussions focused on improving how water districts plan and prioritize investments to ensure reliable, sustainable, and high-quality water services for communities. The sessions compared the investment planning approaches of Balamban Water District and Brabant Water, highlighting both shared goals and opportunities for improvement.

Both utilities develop 10-year investment plans and aim to balance performance, risks, and costs in delivering safe drinking water. Through several interactive sessions, participants explored ways to further strengthen the planning process, including:

Quantifying project benefits – including both financial and non-financial impacts such as sustainability and community benefits.

Improving visualization of investment plans – using graphs and data to clearly present priorities and investment focus areas.

Prioritizing projects strategically – considering financial returns and contributions to key goals like reducing non-revenue water, improving supply reliability, and enhancing water quality.

Forecasting annual investment needs – to better understand capital expenditures and funding requirements.

The mission also outlined next steps, such as identifying strategic focus areas, developing tools to calculate project returns, prioritizing investments, and using risk matrices to better evaluate both financial and non-financial benefits.

This collaboration reflects the continued commitment of PEWUP and its partners to strengthen water utility management and support sustainable, resilient, and efficient water services for the communities they serve.

Toledo Water District marks another step toward sustainable water service!

On March 4, 2026, the Toledo Water District officially turned over the 22 kW Solar PV System with a 24 kW Hybrid Inverter and 45 kW Lithium Powerwall Battery Backup for the Dumlog Pump Station, funded under the 2025 Operational Fund of the Performance Enhancement Water Utilities Philippines – VEI (PEWUP-VEI).

The event began with the blessing of the pumping station and the solar-powered system, symbolizing hope for a more sustainable and resilient water supply. The inauguration ceremony was attended by City Administrator May Tacandong, Barangay Captain Ashley Dacayana of Dumlog together with barangay officials, Board of Directors Oscar Reyes and Julius Poloyapoy, General Manager, Mary Desiree Gottwald, and the PEWUP team headed by Junnah Manugas, Deputy Project Manager of PEWUP.

With the installation of this solar renewable energy system, the Dumlog Pump Station is expected to reduce electricity costs, lower carbon emissions, and ensure a more reliable power supply even during outages. This initiative strengthens the water district’s commitment to clean energy, operational efficiency, and continuous delivery of safe and reliable water service to the community.