Once an operational definition of biodiversity is constructed, a framework to guide biodiversity decisions will be built upon it. This will take into account the cost of various actions and their likely impact on habitat preservation and species survival. Modeling Pollution Control. Built around a comprehensive set of emission and abatement cost parameters, the system is designed for rapid assessment of pollution problems and control options in developing economies which have adequate survey data on manufacturing output but little reliable information on pollution. Assessing Pollution Control Strategies.
Several studies examine alternative pollution control strategies.
All of these studies will contribute to our general understanding of the effects of pollution control policy options worldwide and enable us to better advise developing countries on the most appropriate course of action. Developing Alternative Policies . The division has developed a comprehensive public rating system which collapses complex, plant-level pollution data into a single rating for each plant in a given area. By publicizing the rankings and increasing public pressure on the individual plants, the system is designed to encourage pollution control efforts. Prior research on the effectiveness of informal regulation strongly influenced this work.