Main Title |
Decision Processes in Water Quality Management. |
CORP Author |
Engineering Science, Inc., Oakland, Calif. Research and Development Lab. |
Year Published |
1971 |
Report Number |
DI-14-31-0001-3163; OWRR-C-1736(3163); 11643,; C-1736(3163)(1) |
Stock Number |
PB-202 406 |
Additional Subjects |
( Water supply ;
Management methods) ;
( Decision making ;
Water quality) ;
Data processing ;
Attitudes ;
Mathematical models ;
Computer programming ;
Environmental engineering ;
Role playing ;
Research ;
California ;
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Holdings |
Library |
Call Number |
Additional Info |
Location |
Last Modified |
Checkout Status |
NTIS |
PB-202 406 |
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07/26/2022 |
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Collation |
155p |
Abstract |
Various techniques of social system research were combined with simulation modeling of water quality decision-making in the State of California. Focus of the study was on the description of the informal interactions which actually govern decision-making, particularly in regards to regional-state interaction. Time-based behavior, and feedbacks between the social and technical sectord, are taken as important parameters governing overall system behavior. The conflict between long-term and short-term objectives is examined. A behavioral exercise, involving role-playing techniques conducted with members of the California regional water quality control boards, is described in detail. Conclusions are drawn relating to long-term environmental management, and with respect to the nature and ethics of conducting social system research in environmental management. A model environmental management system, incorporating an institutionalization of the adversary process, is presented. (Author) |
PUB Date Free Form |
Apr 71, |
Category Codes |
13B; 5A; 60I; 52I |
NTIS Prices |
PC A08 MF A01 |
Document Type |
NT |
Cataloging Source |
NTIS/MT |
Control Number |
326520670 |
Origin |
NTIS |
Type |
CAT |