An Uncooperative Commodity by Karen J Bakker
Privatization of water suply is an emotive and controversial topic. The 'British model' of water privatization is unique: no other country has entirely privatized its water supply and sewerage systems. This book analyzes the socio-economic and environmental dimensions of privatization in England and Wales. It examines the implications of privatization for consumers, environmental management, and the water supply industry.
..the definitive book on the commodification of water, it is authoritative, thoroughly researched, and elegantly structured. * Environment and Planning C: Government and Ppolicy 2005 *
Bakker, Karen: - Karen Bakker is Professor, Canada Research Chair, and Founding Director of the Program on Water Governance at the University of British Columbia. She is the author of Eau Canada: The Future of Water Governance in Canada and An Uncooperative Commodity: Privatizing Water in England and Wales.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780199253654 |
| ISBN 10 | 019925365X |
| Title | An Uncooperative Commodity |
| Author | Karen J Bakker |
| Series | Oxford Geographical And Environmental Studies Series |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 2004-01-22 |
| Number of pages | 244 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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