Steven Renzetti

Professor of Economics
Office Location on Campus: Plaza Building Room 445
Email: steven.renzetti@brocku.ca
Phone: 905-688-5550 ext., 3121
Research Website: Canadian Water Economics

Education
B.A. (Hons) University of Toronto, (Economics and Environmental Studies) 1982
M.A. University of British Columbia (Economics) 1983
Ph.D. University of British Columbia (Economics) 1990

Areas of Interest

• Applied Microeconomics, Environmental Economics, Water Resources
• Associate Editor, Water Resources Research
  
• Member of Council of Canadian Academies' Expert Panel on Groundwater (2007-2008)
  
• Member of International Joint Commission's International Lake Ontario St Lawrence River Study Board (2002-2007)

<b>How does environmental economics relate to sustainability/ESRC?</b><br>As an environmental Economist, I try to understand the two-way linkages between the environment and the economy. Economic activities such as mining, forestry and international trade all potentially have impacts on the environment. Similarly, the environment provides Canadian society and economy with much of value. My particular research interest currently is the economics of water resources. Canada is widely seen as a ‘water-rich’ country but we are already experiences water shortages in many regions. In addition, past under-pricing has led to unsustainable water use levels and deteriorating infrastructure. I’m interested in understanding what factors influence households’ and businesses’ water use and employing that information to design incentives (such as water prices) that will promote efficient and sustainable water use.