Introduction to Environmental Economics

by Nick Hanley, Jason Shogren, Ben White

Clearly written, global in approach, and theoretically broad-minded, this text is an ideal introduction to environmental economics.

Assuming no prior knowledge of economics, the international author team introduces fundamental economic concepts as they relate to our environment. They then use the fundamental concepts to explore and assess current and potential policy responses to some of the major environmental issues of our time. Examples are drawn from all over the world and include such vital issues as climate change, natural resource use, waste management, water pollution, and loss of biodiversity.

The text is also accompanied by the following online resources:
For students:
Links to news stories and organizations
Exercises

For lecturers:
PowerPoint slides
Solutions to exercises
Graphs from the book
List of Discussion Questions

Genres: Economics, Nonfiction

408 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2001

About the author

Nick Hanley is Professor of Environmental Economics at the University of Stirling, Scotland.

Reviews

[Mike · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really solid introduction or refresher on the subject. The authors have covered a very wide scope in sufficient detail to retain the interest and build on the knowledge of those not reading about the topic for the first time, while not alienating newcomers. This is no mean feat.