The Concise Lexicon of Environmental Terms

Grant, Malcolm

ISBN 10: 0471963577 / ISBN 13: 9780471963578

Published by Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John, 1995

About this Item

Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Concise Lexicon of Environmental Terms
• Publisher: Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
• Publication Date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471963577
• ISBN 13: 9780471963578
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 0.814 pounds

About this title

Synopsis

The Concise Lexicon of Environmental Terms is a unique guide to thecomplex language of contemporary environmental legislation andpolicy.

It includes:
* practical and concise definitions of over 650 environmental termsand reference
* information on the many different environmental organisations andhow they can be contacted
* a guide to scientific abbreviations
* a glossary of acronyms
* a schedule of selected EC directives
* further references where appropriate

The lexicon will be a vital source of information for lawyers,particularly when dealing with expert evidence. It will also provean invaluable first point of reference for professional advisers,policy-makers, lobbyists, students and those within business andindustry affected by environmental legislation.

"...offers a wealth of information to a very broad range of people....fills a much needed gap."--Environmental Assessment

About the Author

Sir Malcolm John Grant, CBE, FAcSS is the former Chairman of NHS England, formerly known as the NHS Commissioning Board. Born in New Zealand, he is also a barrister and academic lawyer.