Rising energy prices and the economics of water in agriculture

Rising energy prices will alter water allocation and distribution. Water extraction and conveyance will become more costly and demand for hydroelectric power will grow. The higher cost of energy will substantially increase the cost of groundwater, whereas increasing demand for hydroelectric power ma...

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Main Authors:	Zilberman, D., Sproul, T., Rajagopal, D., Sexton, S., Hellegers, Petra J.G.J.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	Inglés
Published:	IWA Publishing 2008
Subjects:	biofuels energy prices water conveyance costs water market
Online Access:	https://hdl.handle.net/10568/40803