Water Policy, Tourism, and Recreation : Lessons from Australia

Lin Crase

ISBN 10: 1138380059 / ISBN 13: 9781138380059

Published by RFF Press, 2018

nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - This book explores the complicated interrelationships between freshwater resources and tourism and recreation. The focus is on Australia, but comparisons with the experience of other countries are also made throughout. Yet Australia has been at the forefront of conflicts over drought and water use, particularly for irrigated agriculture, as well as of the design of policies and institutions for water policy, so there are many lessons which can be applied to other parts of the world.The authors examine in detail the relationships between water economics and supply, and the needs for tourism and recreation. The book discusses water use and access and the conflict between urban and recreational demands. It considers the institutional arrangements around water and the significance of property rights, including water markets and water pricing. Theoretical and practical models for increasing collaboration and cooperation such as the use of trusts are also developed and water trusts in the USA are examined. Specific chapters highlight the role of interest groups, such as the boating industry, to influence policy thinking and the practical trade-offs between access to urban water supplies and the requirements of recreation. Tourist behavior in relation to water use and pricing is also assessed. Seller Inventory # 9781138380059

Synopsis:

This book explores the complicated interrelationships between freshwater resources and tourism and recreation. The focus is on Australia, but comparisons with the experience of other countries are also made throughout. Yet Australia has been at the forefront of conflicts over drought and water use, particularly for irrigated agriculture, as well as of the design of policies and institutions for water policy, so there are many lessons which can be applied to other parts of the world.

The authors examine in detail the relationships between water economics and supply, and the needs for tourism and recreation. The book discusses water use and access and the conflict between urban and recreational demands. It considers the institutional arrangements around water and the significance of property rights, including water markets and water pricing. Theoretical and practical models for increasing collaboration and cooperation such as the use of trusts are also developed and water trusts in the USA are examined. Specific chapters highlight the role of interest groups, such as the boating industry, to influence policy thinking and the practical trade-offs between access to urban water supplies and the requirements of recreation. Tourist behavior in relation to water use and pricing is also assessed.

About the Author:

Lin Crase is Professor of Applied Economics with the Regional School of Business at La Trobe University, Australia. His edited books include 'Reforming Institutions in Water Resource Management' and 'Water Policy in Australia'

Sue O'Keefe is Associate Head of the Regional School of Business at La Trobe University. She has a PhD in Economics from the University of New England and her fields of competence are in water policy, decision making and incentives and consumer preferences

Bibliographic Details

Title: Water Policy, Tourism, and Recreation : ...
Publisher: RFF Press
Publication Date: 2018
Binding: Taschenbuch
Condition: Neu