Abstract
This article reports the outcomes of a pilot socioeconomic study commissioned by the former Hawkesbury Nepean Catchment Management Trust to investigate the question of investment in stormwater and wastewater management in the Hawkesbury-Nepean catchment, western Sydney. A systemic approach was taken in this pilot study through combining: a broad review of institutional trends; preliminary analyses of the comparative cost-effectiveness of a range of management practices; and focus groups with stakeholder representatives. Preliminary results included the identification of a complementary suite of institutional and socio-economic opportunities. Opportunities discussed include: the cost-effectiveness of integrated stormwater treatments close to the source in urban catchments; offset arrangements between point and diffuse sources as a vehicle for sustainable investment; economic as against financial instruments in relation to rates and levies; and the need for regional coordination and brokerage grounded upon ownership by local government.
| Original language | English |
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| Number of pages | 16 |
| Journal | Australian Journal of Environmental Management |
| Publication status | Published - 2002 |
Keywords
- Hawkesbury-Nepean Catchment Management Trust
- economic aspects
- municipal water supply
- water quality management
- water recycling
- water reuse
