Economic Theory for Environmentalists - Hardcover

Gowdy, John; O'Hara, Sabine

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1574440039 ISBN 13: 9781574440034

Publisher: St. Lucie Press, 1995

Synopsis

Economic Theory for Environmentalists is a much-needed and heralded new book that examines the implications of neoclassical economic theory and how it relates to the environment and environmental activity. It addresses the ongoing conflict between market forces and environmental integrity and explains how neoclassical economic theory views the relationship between economic activity and the natural world.
Each chapter outlines the concepts of economic theory and the relevance of its environmental and policy implications. It focuses on both micro and macro-economics. Policy tools such as price and income elasticities, consumer surplus and methods for measuring the economic value of environmental resources are discussed. A case study which examines a range of policy options is presented. Examples are also given throughout the text to illustrate regional and international policy questions.
Presented in a simple and easy to understand manner, this valuable book is suited for anyone dealing with environmental, economic, or policy issues.

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Review:

"I have read the first six chapters of the book and found them to be a well written and easy to follow exposition and critique of neoclassical environmental economics. I agree with the authors that environmentalists indeed need to understand neoclassical economics because it is often used against them in their pursuit of improved environmental quality, and it can be used in their favor when presented properly. I believe there is a need for such a book..." -Douglas E. Booth, College of Business Administration, Marquette University, Milwaukee "This well-written book is an important contribution to the dialogue between environmental scientists and economists." John H. Cumberland, University of Maryland "This book is succinct and very readable." -Growth and Change, Summer 1995

About this edition

• Publisher: St. Lucie Press
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 1574440039
• ISBN 13: 9781574440034
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 208