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Carol Elston,
Jon Lovett,
Leanda Johnson,
Rob Pheasant,
Kate Nicolson,
Sarah Copeland,
Ellie Dunn,
Leanda Hamilton,
and
Sophia XU
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- Be introduced to the pioneering environmental economist Ken Boulding.
- Understand the difference between a ‘cowboy’ economy based on throughput, and a circular ‘spaceman’ economy.
- Appreciate the role of technology in changing production methods and enabling increased exploitation of natural resources.
- Understand how demand for natural resources, in particular oil for energy, has led to conflict.
- Be aware of the contrasting concepts of ‘water wars’ and ‘water peace’ over access to and management of water resources.
- Understand how appropriately negotiated property rights and institutional arrangements are important for water peace.
- Understand how conflict can lead to increased environmental vulnerability of civilian populations and mass mortality though famine and disease.
- Be introduced to Amartya Sen and the concept of development as freedom.
- Be introduced to contrasting theories on international regimes.
- Understand the impact of conflict on environmental management in north Lebanon.
- Appreciate the role of trust relationships and the effect of ‘wasta’ on post-conflict environmental management.
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Provides a very short introduction to environmental economics, covering the key concepts and issues. It is suitable for general readers, as well as undergraduate students in the field.
This textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of natural resource economics, including topics such as the economics of renewable and non-renewable resources, environmental externalities, and the role of government in managing natural resources. It valuable resource for students and professionals in the field.
This textbook provides a rigorous treatment of environmental economics and policy, with a focus on theoretical models and empirical applications. It is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as economists and policymakers in the field.
Provides a comprehensive overview of environmental economics and sustainable development, with a focus on the challenges facing developing countries. It is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as economists and policymakers in the field.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the economic principles that underlie the management of natural resources and the environment, including topics such as the economics of pollution, climate change, and the sustainable economy. It valuable resource for students and professionals in the field.
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the economic principles that underlie the management of environmental and natural resources, including topics such as the economics of pollution, climate change, and the sustainable economy. It valuable resource for students and professionals in the field.
This comprehensive textbook provides a thorough overview of environmental economics, covering both theoretical foundations and practical applications. It is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as policymakers and practitioners in the field.
Provides a comprehensive assessment of the economics of climate change, covering both adaptation and mitigation strategies. It is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as economists and policymakers in the field.
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of environmental economics in Spanish. It is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as economists and policymakers in the field.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the economics of natural resources, covering topics such as property rights, market failures, and the role of government in managing natural resources. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the sustainable management of natural resources.
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the economic principles that underlie the management of environmental and natural resources, including topics such as the economics of pollution, climate change, and the sustainable economy. It valuable resource for students and professionals in the field.
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the economic principles that underlie the management of natural resources, including topics such as the economics of property rights, market failures, and the role of government in managing natural resources. It valuable resource for students and professionals in the field.
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the economic principles that underlie the management of natural resources and the environment, including topics such as the economics of pollution, climate change, and the sustainable economy. It valuable resource for students and professionals in the field.
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of environmental and natural resource economics, with a focus on policy analysis. It is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as policymakers and practitioners in the field.
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the economic principles that underlie the management of natural resources, including topics such as the economics of property rights, market failures, and the role of government in managing natural resources. It valuable resource for students and professionals in the field.
Comprehensive guide to conflict resolution for practitioners. It provides a step-by-step process for resolving conflicts and includes tools and resources for practitioners.
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Explores the role of emotional intelligence in conflict resolution and provides tools for managing emotions and resolving conflicts in a constructive way. It is written by Daniel Goleman, who is one of the world's leading experts on emotional intelligence.
Provides a framework for having crucial conversations in a constructive way. It is written by four of the world's leading experts on conflict resolution and has been translated into more than 20 languages.
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Explores the positive side of conflict and shows how it can be used to improve workplaces and relationships. It is written by William Ury, who is one of the world's leading experts on conflict resolution.
Introduces the concept of nonviolent communication, which way of communicating that is based on empathy and respect. It is written by Marshall Rosenberg, who is one of the world's leading experts on nonviolent communication.
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