This book examines the numerous important contributions to the theory and practice of cost-benefit analysis, consolidating much of the recent work in this area and focusing on aspects that continue to...
This is the ninth in an annual series assessing development issues. The world economy is entering its fourth year of growth since the recession of 1982. Yet the recovery is hesitant with many developing...
This is the ninth in an annual series assessing development issues. The world economy is entering its fourth year of growth since the recession of 1982. Yet the recovery is hesitant with many developing...
This is the ninth in an annual series assessing development issues. The world economy is entering its fourth year of growth since the recession of 1982. Yet the recovery is hesitant with many developing...
The economic analysis of a project assesses its impact on relevant development objectives by comparing the various ways in which the scarce resources required by the project might be used. Cost benefit...
This paper reviews the Bank's approach concerning the use of "distribution" weights in the social analysis of projects and compares it with a "basic needs" approach. It discusses the circumstances under...
The economic evaluation of a project in any sector entails the measurement and comparison of cost and benefit streams expected from alternative investments. This paper presents an exposition of the social...