Water prices in Belgium
To be drinkable, water must be treated before it reaches the tap. Several calculations therefore enter into water pricing.

To be drinkable, water must be treated before it reaches the tap. Several calculations therefore enter into water pricing.
The price of water is calculated in the same way for all consumers served by SWDE. It is broken down into 4 elements:
This takes into account all the charges relating to:
Calculated per m³ of water supplied, this is the remuneration SWDE earns for the services it provides in supplying you with a sufficient quantity of high-quality water.
The CVD 2023 amounts to € 2.80/m³.
This includes all charges related to wastewater treatment (sewage networks and treatment plants). This mission has been entrusted by the Government to the Société Publique de Gestion de l'Eau (SPGE).
The CVA for 2023 is € 2.365/m³.
For water supply, it amounts to 6 %.
This is a solidarity contribution from each customer living in the Walloon region.
This fund is intended to help people experiencing financial difficulties.
The Social Water Fund 2023 amounts to € 0.0321 / m³.