NAFTA in Transition
NAFTA in Transition

Author: Stephen J. Randall

Publisher: University of Calgary Press

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 441

ISBN-13: 1895176638

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This volume provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic, social, cultural and political dimensions of the evolving trilateral relationship among the three countries of North America. Contributors address such topics as energy, the environment, trade, labour, the maquiladora industrial sector of Mexico, the Mexican auto industry, and Canada - U.S. cultural relations.While other publications have focused on U.S. issues, this one emphasizes Canada and Mexico, yet adds significantly to our understanding of the place of the United States in this evolving trilateral relationship.

Transboundary Water Resources Management
Transboundary Water Resources Management

Author: Jacques Ganoulis

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-04-17

Total Pages: 476

ISBN-13: 3642614388

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In a world facing a growing water crisis, conflicts regarding water sharing and environmental issues are expected to grow, especially in transboundary river basins, where 40% of the world's population lives. This book represents one of the first attempts to bring together methodologies and analytical tools from socio-economic, international policy, engineering, and water management specialists dealing with transboundary water resources. The book is divided into three parts. Part I introduces state--of-the-art concepts in institutional policy and conflict analysis. Part II presents engineering approaches and models for transboundary water management and conflict resolution. Part III analyzes cases in international river basins and enclosed seas.

Raw Sewage to Reclaimed Water
Raw Sewage to Reclaimed Water

Author: Jon R. Jamieson

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 9780971676824

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A historical review of sewage and wastewater systems in the San Diego-Tijuana metropolitan region. A general ?worldwide? history precedes a more detailed history of the San Diego-Tijuana area. Starting with the days of raw sewage flowing down the dusty streets of Old Town San Diego in the 1800s to today with the modern challenges of scarce potable water, ocean water quality and federal mandates. The complete history of the City of San Diego?s present 550 square mile ?Metro? wastewater system, along with the histories of the various connecting agencies and cities that utilize the San Diego system. A detailed review of Tijuana, Mexico?s wastewater system is presented together with the history of the continuing cross-border pollution and health issues. Over 200 photos and illustration, a full index and detailed appendices compliment the main text of the book.

U.S.-Mexican Industrial Integration
U.S.-Mexican Industrial Integration

Author: Sidney Weintraub

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-09-18

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1000011259

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This book assesses economic cooperation and industrial integration between the United States and Mexico from the perspective of six specific industries—automobiles, computers, food processing, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and textiles and apparel.