Optimization of the Drinking Water Supply System by Reducing Water Loss Rate as a Sustainable Development Goal: Water and Sanitation in the City of Malang

The provision and management of clean water for the people of Malang is handled by Perumda Air Minum Tugu Tirta Kota Malang or previously known as PDAM Kota Malang. Optimizing and controlling the level of water loss in the Drinking Water Supply System of Perumda Air Minum Tugu Tirta Kota Malang as a sustainable development effort is a crucial step. By implementing concrete strategies to reduce water loss in the water supply system, it is possible for Perumda Air Minum Tugu Tirta Kota Malang to achieve more efficient use of water resources, environmental sustainability, community welfare, and financial sustainability. In this study, the survey method and descriptive method were used with qualitative and quantitative data that were processed. By implementing the strategy of optimizing the water supply system and reducing the level of water loss, it is possible to achieve sustainable development by increased availability of clean water, increased community access to safe drinking water, efficient use of water resources, and increased operational effectiveness of water companies.