| Project Detail |
The project will deliver new climate-resilient water supply infrastructure to expand and improve the performance of water services. This will be supported by interventions to strengthen the water utilitys operational performance and enhance its long-term financial sustainability.
Project Name Dili West Water Supply Project
Project Number 54429-001
Country / Economy Timor-Leste
Project Status Approved
Project Type / Modality of Assistance Loan
Source of Funding / Amount
Loan 4213-TIM: Dili West Water Supply Project
Ordinary capital resources US$ 50.00 million
Loan 4214-TIM: Dili West Water Supply Project
Concessional ordinary capital resources lending US$ 77.00 million
Strategic Agendas Environmentally sustainable growth
Inclusive economic growth
Drivers of Change Gender Equity and Mainstreaming
Governance and capacity development
Sector / Subsector
Water and other urban infrastructure and services / Urban water supply
Gender Equity and Mainstreaming Effective gender mainstreaming
Description The project will deliver new climate-resilient water supply infrastructure to expand and improve the performance of water services. This will be supported by interventions to strengthen the water utilitys operational performance and enhance its long-term financial sustainability.
Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy The project is aligned with the Timor-Leste Strategic Development Plan, 20112030 (footnote 11), which prioritizes investment in critical municipal infrastructure and in the development of capacity of the public sector to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, specifically in providing clean water for all by 2030. It is consistent with ADB Strategy 2030 and supports operational priorities of (i) tackling climate change, building resilience, and enhancing environmental sustainability; (ii) making cities more livable; (iii) strengthening governance and institutional capacity; (iv) accelerating progress in gender equality; and (v) addressing remaining poverty and reducing inequalities. It is also aligned with ADBs country partnership strategy, 20162020, which identifies support for inclusive and sustainable growth through the improvement of water services as a priority and is included in the enhanced country operations business plan, 20212023. The project will provide safe, reliable, and affordable water in Dili, and address the impacts of COVID-19 by improving health and hygiene of residents.
Impact
100% water supply service coverage in urban areas by 2030
Project Outcome
Description of Outcome
Inclusive, resilient, and sustainable access to water supply services in Dili west zone achieved
Progress Toward Outcome
Implementation Progress
Description of Project Outputs
Water supply infrastructure improved
Institutional effectiveness enhanced
Regulatory environment strengthened |
