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Pillemoine’s Water Price Shock | France News
In a French village teetering on the edge of drought, the mayor slapped a steep price tag on tap water—hiking it from €1.10 to €8 per cubic meter—to force conservation. The move slashed usage by 20%, proving that when wallets feel the pinch, habits shift. But even with savings, Pillemoine still needs to buy water from neighbors at a cost of €3,000–5,000—a heavy blow for a small community. This local crisis mirrors France’s broader water emergency: over 60 departments are under the highest drought alert, with non-essential use banned across the board. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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