Theoretical and Empirical Characterization of Water as a Factor: Examples and Related Issues with the World Trade Model

• Published in: Water (Basel) Vol. 13; no. 4; p. 459
• Main Authors: Cazcarro, Ignacio, Steenge, Albert E.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: MDPI AG 10.02.2021
• Subjects: Analysis; International trade; issues and policy; Natural resources; Simulation methods; Spain; United Kingdom; virtual water; water; water shortages; United Kingdom; Spain

This article originates from the theoretical and empirical characterization of factors in the World Trade Model (WTM). It first illustrates the usefulness of this type of model for water research to address policy questions related to virtual water trade, water constraints and water scarcity. It als...