Global Environmental Issues

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Global Environmental Issues, second edition builds on thepopularity of the first edition, viewing global environmentalproblems as complex issues with a network of causes, influenced bya range of actors with differing priorities. The book recognisesthat science underpins much of what happens in society andtherefore it is important to be able to interpret the environmentaland social consequences of scientific developments. In addition todiscussing the main biophysical causes, the book illustrates howsocio-economic and political factors determine why and how peopleuse land, resources and technology, and how this in turn affectsnatural resource management. This edition includes new chapters on the politics of science,International environmental regulation and treaties, environmentalissues in a globalised world and natural resource management. Global Environmental Issues, second edition is essentialreading for upper level undergraduates and Masters students withindepartments of Environmental Science and Geography. * Includes case studies from around the world to provide a reallife context for the issues tackled in each chapter * Considers both the results of human actions and naturalenvironmental change in order to provide balanced, in-depthdebate * Includes coverage of contemporary 'hot topics' such asbiodiversity, globalization and sustainable development * Chapters authored by experts in the field * Includes new chapters on The politics of science, Internationalenvironmental regulation and treaties , Environmental issues in aglobalised world and Natural Resource Management * Expanded sections include negotiating multilateralenvironmental agreements, GM crops, biofuels and marine andfreshwater resources

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Frances Harris

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"This book on science and policy undoubtedly deserves awide audience of people interested in the environment." (International Journal of Environment and pollution, 1November 2012) "I highly recommend the thought provoking and solutionsoriented book GlobalEnvironmental Issues, 2nd Edition edited by FrancesHarris, to anyone involved in environmental science, geography,industry leaders, public policy makers, government officials,environmental NGOs, community groups, non-profit organizations,academics, and students at all levels who are seeking a clear andconcise examination of the many faceted issues surroundingenvironmental problems. This book will guide decision makers andeveryday people toward real solutions that consider all points ofview in an inclusive and understanding manner." (Blog Business World, 16 August 2012)
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