Water Resource Economics and Policy: An Introduction [Paperback]

W. Douglass Shaw (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 28, 2007 | ISBN-10: 184720225X | ISBN-13: 978-1847202253

Economic issues arise in almost every water policy context. Water is of most concern when scarce, but physical scarcity is often overcome as human beings move water from place to place, sometimes creating monumental structures. The role that cost and economic value play in water resource allocation is implicit, but often poorly understood. This comprehensive volume clarifies the role of economics and offers material that can be applied to water resource allocation problems around the world. Topics covered include: groundwater, floods and droughts, in situ uses of water and institutions and law.

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"'A state-of-the-art and comprehensive review of water resource economics policy issues and research methods needed to address those issues. It can double as a text for classes in water economics as well as a source for researchers who need a state-of-the-art review of the literature.' - Frank A. Ward, New Mexico State University, US 'For years, I've taught water economics and policy by piecing together readings from dozens of texts and articles. Now, I finally have one text that provides comprehensive coverage of water economics at a level both accessible to senior undergraduates while still sufficiently rigorous for graduate students. I cannot wait to use this text in my classes!' - Eric Schuck, Colorado State University, US 'W. Douglass Shaw's Water Resource Economics and Policy is a valuable and timely contribution. Those new to the subject of water resource economics will find a treatment that is both comprehensive and readable, suitable for undergraduate and selected graduate level classes. The book amply demonstrates the application of basic microeconomic principles to water issues and provides valuable in-depth discussion of water quality, and of urban, agricultural, environmental and recreational water use. The economics of risk and uncertainty are clearly presented in the context of drought, flood control and water supply and demand. These are key themes in this field that can be difficult to communicate to undergraduates. This text will be invaluable in teaching water resource economics.' - Bonnie Colby, University of Arizona, US"

About the Author

W. Douglass Shaw, Professor, Department of Agricultural Economics and Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing (January 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 184720225X
• ISBN-13: 978-1847202253
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,187,591 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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