The Economics of Water - Water for life; Sanitation for Dignity

A coherent survey and explanation of many crucial issues relating to the supply and demand of water in South Africa. Includes economic mechanisms and their impact on production, distribution and socio-economic integration.

Contents include the following:

Basic needs approach to development thinking
Hydrologic cycles I and II
Water availability and demand in South Africa
Water supply and demand management
Water market and government intervention
Cost-benefit analysis
Welfare economic considerations
Water pricing, practice and problems