thumbnail

Using models to manage systems subject to sustainability indicators

By:

Links

  • The Publications Warehouse does not have links to digital versions of this publication at this time
  • Download citation as: RIS | Dublin Core

Abstract

Mathematical and numerical models can provide insight into sustainability indicators using relevant simulated quantities, which are referred to here as predictions. To be useful, many concerns need to be considered. Four are discussed here: (a) mathematical and numerical accuracy of the model; (b) the accuracy of the data used in model development, (c) the information observations provide to aspects of the model important to predictions of interest as measured using sensitivity analysis; and (d) the existence of plausible alternative models for a given system. The four issues are illustrated using examples from conservative and transport modelling, and using conceptual arguments. Results suggest that ignoring these issues can produce misleading conclusions.
Publication type Conference Paper
Publication Subtype Conference Paper
Title Using models to manage systems subject to sustainability indicators
Issue 302
Year Published 2006
Language English
Larger Work Title IAHS-AISH Publication
First page 53
Last page 58
Google Analytic Metrics Metrics page
Additional publication details