1. Why study comparative law? -- 2. The common law as an environmental protection tool -- 3. Environmental impact assessment -- 4. Keystone environmental laws governing water -- 5. Biological diversity and land conservation -- 6. Environmental human rights
Summary
"With increasing globalization, comparative law has become increasingly more relevant in recent years. Climate change, transboundary pollution, biodiversity loss, and the emerging field of environmental human rights make comparative environmental law especially compelling
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Includes bibliographical references (pages ix-x) and index
