Multiple Purpose River Development: Studies in Applied Economic Analysis / Edition 1

by John V. Krutilla, Otto Eckstein

Overview

This book sketches out a framework for analyzing the economic efficiency of particular river basin programs. It provides a useful cross-disciplinary perspective for economists and water resource developers-especially designed to provide working material for students in applied economics for conservation curricula. Originally published in 1958.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781617260803
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/19/2011
Series:	RFF Water Policy Set , #9
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	322
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

John V. Krutilla, Otto Eckstein

Table of Contents

1: Concepts and Methods; I: Statement of the Problem; II: The Concept of Economic Efficiency; III: Market Mechanics, River Basin Development, and Efficiency; IV: The Social Cost of Federal Financing; 2: Applying the Analysis; V: The Hells Canyon Case; VI: The Alabama—Coosa River System; VII: The Willamette River Case; VIII: The Willamette River Case; IX: Conclusions and Policy Implications