Environmental and natural resource economics

Abstract

Complemented by a number of case studies showing how underlying economic principles provided the foundation for specific environmental and resource policies, this key text highlights what can be learned from the actual experience. This new, 11th edition includes updated data, a number of new studies and brings a more international focus to the subject. Key features include: Extensive coverage of the major issues including climate change, air and water pollution, sustainable development, and environmental justice; Dedicated chapters on a full range of resources including water, land, forests, fisheries, and recyclables; Introductions to the theory and method of environmental economics including externalities, benefit-cost analysis, valuation methods, and ecosystem goods and services; Boxed ‘Examples’ and ‘Debates’ throughout the text which highlight global examples and major talking points.