Abstract
This paper describes a detailed computer model developed using the Power-sim simulation program in the system dynamics tradition. The model comprises over 180 interrelated variables, providing a means of examining the effects of varied environmental, fiscal and corporate policies on the flow of investment funds and mineral resources between a number of simulated mining firms and competing countries. An outline of the system dynamics method is presented, followed by a high-level overview of the model structure. Examples of the application of the model are then discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 245-262 |
Number of pages | 18 |
Journal | Journal of Environmental Planning and Management |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2001 |