Introduction to environmental economics /
Environmental economics
Nick Hanley, Jason F. Shogren, Ben White.
- Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2001.
- xiv, 350 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Economics for the environment Markets for the environment Valuing the environment and natural resources Cost-benefit analysis and the environment Environmental risk Economic growth and sustainable development Strategic interaction Trade and the environment Transport and the environment Rainforests Controlling water pollution Economics of climate change Biodiversity Resources and energy Epilogue
Assuming no prior knowledge of economics, this book is divided into two parts, where Part One explains the relevant economic concepts, such as markets, environmental valuation, risk, and trade. Part Two then uses these concepts in understanding and developing policy responses to some of the major environmental issues.