Islamic Republic of Iran: Cost Assessment of Environmental Degradation
Report No. 32043-IR Sector Note June 30, 2005 Rural Development, Water and Environment Department Middle East and North Africa Region The World Bank The objective of this report is to provide an estimate of the cost of environmental degradation in Iran. Despite the difficulties involved in assigning monetary values to environmental degradation, such estimates can be a powerful tool to raise awareness about environmental issues and facilitate progress toward sustainable development. It is hoped that this study will provide an instrument for policymakers to better integrate the environment into economic development decisions.
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