Ecological Integrity and Global Governance

Science, ethics and the law

By Laura Westra | Publisher: Taylor and Francis

About the book

It is increasingly argued that a focus on environmental sustainability is fundamental to effective and equitable governance, and ultimately for the good of mankind. This book argues that, in the face increasing environmental challenges, it is essential to recognise the role that ecological integrity has played, and must play, in governance for environmental sustainability in order to ensure the future survival of life on earth.

Ecological integrity encompasses not only the necessity of respect for nature, but also the human right to a sound and healthy environment. The author shows that on this basis, acceptance of its primacy in law and governance is key to a sustainable and equitable future for all. The book presents a uniquely informed treatise on the term, its origins, evolution and position in current debates, exploring the conflicts which have so far prevented its acceptance.

Written by a leading scholar on the subject, this book provides the most in-depth exposition of ecological integrity available to increase understanding of this crucial concept and encourage its adoption in governance and international law.

Editions of Ecological Integrity and Global Governance

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ISBN 9781317237204
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ISBN 9781317237211

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It is increasingly argued that a focus on environmental sustainability is fundamental to effective and equitable governance, and ultimately for the good of mankind. This book argues that, in the face increasing environmental challenges, it is essential to recognise the role that ecological integrity has played, and must play, in governance for environmental sustainability in order to ensure the future survival of life on earth.

Ecological integrity encompasses not only the necessity of respect for nature, but also the human right to a sound and healthy environment. The author shows that on this basis, acceptance of its primacy in law and governance is key to a sustainable and equitable future for all. The book presents a uniquely informed treatise on the term, its origins, evolution and position in current debates, exploring the conflicts which have so far prevented its acceptance.

Written by a leading scholar on the subject, this book provides the most in-depth exposition of ecological integrity available to increase understanding of this crucial concept and encourage its adoption in governance and international law.

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What is Ecological Integrity and Global Governance about?

It is increasingly argued that a focus on environmental sustainability is fundamental to effective and equitable governance, and ultimately for the good of mankind. This book argues that, in the face increasing environmental challenges, it is essential to recognise the role that ecological integrity has played, and must play, in governance for environmental sustainability in order to ensure the future survival of life on earth.

Ecological integrity encompasses not only the necessity of respect for nature, but also the human right to a sound and healthy environment. The author shows that on this basis, acceptance of its primacy in law and governance is key to a sustainable and equitable future for all. The book presents a uniquely informed treatise on the term, its origins, evolution and position in current debates, exploring the conflicts which have so far prevented its acceptance.

Written by a leading scholar on the subject, this book provides the most in-depth exposition of ecological integrity available to increase understanding of this crucial concept and encourage its adoption in governance and international law.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Ecological Integrity and Global Governance?

Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, Industrial processes > Environmental science, engineering and technology

Where can I read a sample of Ecological Integrity and Global Governance?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317237204

Is Ecological Integrity and Global Governance part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Routledge Research in International Environmental Law

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Ecological Integrity and Global Governance?

Laura Westra

Who is the Publisher of the book Ecological Integrity and Global Governance?

Taylor and Francis

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Ecological Integrity and Global Governance is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317237204) and pdf(ISBN 9781317237211)