Water Trading and Global Water Scarcity - International Experiences (Hardcover, New)

Water scarcity is an increasing problem in many parts of the world, yet conventional supply-side economics and management are insufficient to deal with it. In this book the role of water trading as an instrument of integrated water resources management is explored in depth. It is also shown to be an instrument for conflict resolution, where it may be necessary to reallocate water in the context of increasing scarcity. Recent experiences of implementation in different river basins have shown their potential as instruments for improving allocation. These experiences, however, also show that there are implementation challenges and some limitations to trading that need to be considered. This book explores the various types of water trading formulas through the experience of using them in different parts of the world. The final result is varied because, in most cases, trading is conditioned by the legal and institutional framework in which the transactions are carried out. The role of government and the definition of water rights and licenses are critical for the success of water trading. The book studies the institutional framework and how transactions have been undertaken, drawing some lessons on how trading can improve. It also analyses whether trading has really been a positive instrument to manage scarcity and improve water ecosystems and pollution emission problems in those parts of the world which are most affected. The book concludes by making policy proposals to improve the implementation of water trading.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	RFF Press Water Policy Series
Release date:	November 2012
First published:	2013
Editors:	Josefina Maestu
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	374
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-63821-0
Categories:	Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Management of land & natural resources Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Environmental economics > General
LSN:	0-415-63821-6
Barcode:	9780415638210

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