Abstract
The thesis investigates policy instruments to manage industrial water pollution in Sri Lanka's Kelani river. The Kelani was selected as a case study as it exemplifies the challenges of managing water pollution in a rapidly industrializing and urbanizing region. Marginal abatement costs for biological oxygen demand are estimated using a distance function. Pollution transfer coefficients are estimated from a hydrology model of water quality. The abatement costs and transfer coefficients are integrated in an economic model to determine a set of cost-effective policies. The analysis shows that a tradeable permit system based on multiple river zones is the optimal policy.
Original language | English |
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Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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Award date | 13 Sept 2016 |
Publication status | Unpublished - 2016 |