Authors
Lucy Carmody (Editor)
Focus is on the rapidly developing importance of water as a material factor in investment analysis and action within China. The report draws on the latest findings from the Chinese government and civil society institutions, linking these to investment considerations such as market opportunities and earnings risks. Water shortages would begin to reduce economic growth forecasts, resulting in trade-offs between clean water access and growth. Companies will become more conscious of water issues, water-saving initiatives and technologies. There will be increased demand-side management, increased water prices and improved pricing transparency.