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Last updated on 20 May 2008

Putting theory into practice: market failure and market based instruments

This paper addresses how the use of market-based instruments (MBIs), to provide and protect ecosystem services, has gained significant attention in Australia and provides several regional case studies. (CSIRO: 2007) More info >>

Integrating environmental values into resource allocation

This paper looks at approaches used by the Mekong River Commission (MRC) in their programs to integrate environmental values into water resources planning and management. (The World Conservation Union: December 2003) More info >>

Ten iterative steps in development and evaluation of environmental models

This paper aims to help people using on environmental models understand what constitutes a good model, and how to interpret and critically review models, by outlining ten basic steps of good, disciplined model practice. (Integrated Catchment Assessment and Management Centre, Australian National University: 2006) More info >>

Assisting stakeholder decision-making using system dynamics group model-building

This paper presents a case study on the use of systems-based model building approach to help a Water Management Committee in NSW decide how to share river water between the water users and the environment. (School of Environmental Science, Southern Cross University: 2003) More info >>


 

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