Description
Book SynopsisThe authors expertly reveal a model-based analysis of economic development and environmental issues with policy prescriptions for enhancing sustainable development. In light of these concerns, the authors analyse a range of economic and environmental issues, and propose policy recommendations that would enhance sustainable economic growth.
Trade ReviewThese experienced economists use CGE modelling to analyse the consequences of significant contemporary economic and environmental policies in several Asia-Pacific countries and in Africa. This has not been done previously for several of the economies concerned. This path-breaking, economy-wide study assesses policies relating to agricultural development, trade and industrial development, energy, greenhouse gases and climate change. This readable book should appeal to a wide audience, including students, policy-makers and researchers.
- --Clem Tisdell, University of Queensland, Australia
Table of ContentsContents: 1. Introduction 2. Computable General Equilibrium Models 3. The Boom (or Gloom) of Papua New Guinea 4. Macroeconomic Reforms in Fiji 5. Trade Policy in the Pacific: Which is the Best Way Forward? 6. An Analysis of Renewable Energy Policy in Thailand 7. An Analysis of Australian Greenhouse Gas Policy 8. Impacts of Climate Change on Agricultural Productivity: A Comparison of Africa and the Rest of the World Index
