Investing in Resource Efficiency

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Investing in Resource Efficiency

The Economics and Politics of Financing the Resource Transition

International relations Development economics and emerging economies Political economy Business and the environment; ‘green’ approaches to business Energy industries and utilities Meteorology and climatology Sustainability

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Language: English

Published by: Springer

Published on: 21st August 2018

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 12 Mb

ISBN: 9783319788678


Overview

This book covers the multi-faceted incentives, trade-offs, and challenges associated with the economics and politics of resource efficiency investments. By contributing a wide range of empirical evidence, practitioners'' insights, and policy perspectives, this book carefully examines the role of resource efficiency in reconciling environmental and economic considerations. It also discusses the critical role of resource efficiency investments in mitigating climate change and enabling sustainable development. 

Expert Insights and Policy Guidance

Featuring expert insights from academia, the European Commission, the European Investment Bank, and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, this book provides a policy oriented guide, reference, and toolbox for unlocking the potential of resource efficiency. To this end, it identifies practical measures for overcoming barriers and creating smart incentives for leveraging resource efficiency investments. Overall, this book brings together evidence to develop innovative ideas and strategies for improving the efficient use of resources and advancing clean and sustainable development.

Endorsement

"This book is an important and timely contribution", Angel Gurria, Secretary General, OECD

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