The Economics of Natural Disasters

Edited by Mark Skidmore

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Abstract: This timely new collection presents essential readings for those interested in the economics of natural disasters. It features influential articles on the macroeconomic and regional impacts of natural disasters, natural disaster vulnerability, resilience, recovery and adaptation. Topics covered include short-run and long-run economic impacts, poverty and vulnerability, emerging life-saving technologies, the role of government in fostering resilience and adaptation in response to disasters. Together with an original introduction by the editor, this volume will be an invaluable source of reference for researchers and policymakers alike.

Keywords: Economics and Finance; Environment (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: H0 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2017
ISBN: 9781782549703
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