The Economics of the Environment and Natural Resources

by Quentin Grafton (Australian National University); Wiktor Adamowicz (University of Alberta, Canada); Diane Dupont (Brock University, Canada); Harry Nelson (University of British Columbia, Vancouver); Robert J. Hill (University of New South Wales); Ste

• ISBN13: 9781405142342
• ISBN10: 1405142340
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2008-06-01
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

The Economics of the Environment and Natural Resources covers the essential topics students need to understand environmental and resource problems and their possible solutions. Its unique lecture format provides an in-depth exploration of discrete topics, ideal for upper-level undergraduate, graduate or doctoral study. Each chapter depicts the key theoretical insights, major issues, and real-life problems that motivate the subject. In addition, the chapters feature practical applications and case studies, a list of annotated further reading, and extensive references. Offers broad treatment of issues in Environmental and Resource Economics. Provides in-depth exploration of a wide range of topics with its unique lecture format. Depicts key theoretical insights, major issues, and real-life problems for each subject. Features case studies, annotated further reading, extensive references, and a detailed glossary.

Table of Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

List of Boxes

Preface

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Economics of the Environment:

Models, Systems, and Dynamics

Property Rights

Economics of Pollution Control

Resource Economics:

Bioeconomics of Fisheries

Forestry Economics

Water Economics

Economics of Non-renewable Resources

Environmental Valuation:

Environmental Valuation: Introduction and Theory

Environmental Valuation: Stated Preference Methods

Environmental Values Expressed Through Market Behavior

Global Environment:

Growth and the Environment

Environmental Accounting

Trade and Environment

The Global Commons

Biodiversity

Sustaining the Environment

Glossary

Index

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