Indirect and Intangible Costs and Benefits: An Expanded Evaluation Format to Aid in Sludge Management

Roger S. Figura

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DOI: 10.2190/AP30-YVG2-HE38-FU8Y

Abstract

Cost-benefit analysis has proven a useful tool in evaluating public sector ventures. Due to the nuisance value accorded sludges-created to preserve water quality-public sector involvement is necessary.

One sludge disposal/reuse option being tried involves using treated sludges to reclaim strip mined land. The hope is to upgrade the land and make it fit for agricultural pursuits.

Past analyses have concentrated on evaluation of the direct costs and benefits resulting from this venture. This paper extends the tools of analysis to include indirect and intangible items.

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