Cost-benefit analysis of urban subsidence mitigation strategies in Gouda, the Netherlands

Proceedings of the International Association of Hydrological Sciences ◽

10.5194/piahs-382-761-2020 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 382 ◽

pp. 761-766

Author(s):

Sien Kok ◽

Saskia Hommes-Slag

Keyword(s):

The Netherlands ◽

Inner City ◽

Cost Benefit Analysis ◽

Cost Benefit ◽

Mitigation Strategies ◽

Benefit Analysis ◽

Positive Economic ◽

Economic Rationale

Abstract. This paper presents the approach and outcomes of an exploratory cost-benefit analysis of subsidence mitigation strategies in the inner city of Gouda, the Netherlands. Results indicate that especially the strategy focusing on reducing damage, rather than a strategy aiming to halt subsidence altogether, might have a positive economic rationale.

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Cost-Benefit Analysis of Seismic Mitigation Measures for Wine Barrel Stacks

Earthquake Spectra ◽

10.1193/111516eqs196m ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 34 (1) ◽

pp. 283-299

Author(s):

Miguel A. Jaimes ◽

Gabriel Candia ◽

Philomène Favier

Keyword(s):

Seismic Risk ◽

Performance Metrics ◽

Cost Benefit Analysis ◽

Cost Benefit ◽

Mitigation Strategies ◽

Wine Industry ◽

Mitigation Measures ◽

Illustrative Case ◽

Benefit Analysis ◽

Benefit Cost

This study conducts a cost-benefit analysis of alternative seismic risk mitigation methods for wine barrel stacks. The Chilean wine industry is presented as an illustrative case study in which performance metrics, such as the expected annual loss (EAL) and benefit-cost ratios, are computed for wineries at different locations. By computing seismic risk within a consistent framework, this study shows the value of cost-benefit simulations for defining the best mitigation strategies and allocating economic resources. Likewise, this approach helps communicate information to decision makers because it is presented in a simple and transparent way, even if they are not familiar with formal risk studies. For three-level wine barrel stacks, it was observed that the Cradle Extender® (MS1) prevents a large number of barrel collapses and provides the highest benefit-cost ratio. On the other hand, for six-level wine barrel stacks, the prestressed cable (MS2) is more effective than MS1 as it prevents the barrel stack from overturning. No significant loss reduction is apparent in four- and five-level wine barrel stacks with the use of mitigation strategies; indeed, the mitigation strategies could generate greater losses and, therefore, other alternatives must be proposed.

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Social cost–benefit analysis of an inner-city transformation project

Cities and the Urban Land Premium ◽

10.4337/9781784717445.00012 ◽

2015 ◽

pp. 112-123

Keyword(s):

Inner City ◽

Social Cost ◽

Cost Benefit Analysis ◽

Cost Benefit ◽

Benefit Analysis

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A social cost-benefit analysis of meat taxation and a fruit and vegetables subsidy for a healthy and sustainable food consumption in the Netherlands

BMC Public Health ◽

10.1186/s12889-020-08590-z ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 20 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Marlin J. Broeks ◽

Sander Biesbroek ◽

Eelco A. B. Over ◽

Paul F. van Gils ◽

Ido Toxopeus ◽

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Keyword(s):

The Netherlands ◽

Food Consumption ◽

Social Cost ◽

Cost Benefit Analysis ◽

Cost Benefit ◽

Fruit And Vegetables ◽

Benefit Analysis ◽

Sustainable Food

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Case study on developing financially viable Recirculation Aquaculture Systems (RAS) for tilapia production in Egypt: technology transfer from the Netherlands.

10.1079/ac.118016.20203483082 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Ismail A Radwan

Keyword(s):

Technology Transfer ◽

The Netherlands ◽

Cost Benefit Analysis ◽

Cost Benefit ◽

Benefit Analysis ◽

Recirculating Aquaculture System ◽

Recirculating Aquaculture ◽

Aquaculture System ◽

Exchange Programme

Abstract This case study describes the first trial operation of a recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) for tilapia production in Egypt. The fish farmer in this case study became involved with an exchange programme with the Netherlands, resulting in wholesale changes in his commercial farm which are described in this case study. Also presented is a cost benefit analysis of the results of the first trial.

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