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Estimating construction costs and schedules: Experience with power generation projects in developing countries

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  • Bacon, Robert W & Besant-Jones, John E, 1998. "Estimating construction costs and schedules: Experience with power generation projects in developing countries," Energy Policy, Elsevier, vol. 26(4), pages 317-333, March.
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