Environmental Systems Engineering and Economics

Environmental Systems Engineering and Economics by Robert Willis, published by Springer Science & Business Media in 2004, is a comprehensive textbook designed for senior-level and graduate students. This edition spans 468 pages and is presented in English. The book emphasizes the integration of optimization, economics, and systems engineering to tackle challenges in environmental resource management, particularly focusing on water quality and groundwater management.

Readers will find a detailed exploration of optimization theory and algorithms, including both linear programming and nonlinear optimization techniques. The text introduces multiobjective optimization and the linked simulation-optimization methodology, providing a robust framework for economic decision-making. Numerous example problems and case studies illustrate practical applications, addressing significant water resource management issues in regions such as the north China plain, Jakarta, Indonesia, and the Yun Lin basin in Taiwan.