Environment at the Crossroads

Addressing crucial contemporary dilemmas, from the current international economic malaise to the state of the global environment, this unique discussionbased on the 2009 Gulbenkian Conference in Lisbonaddresses climate change, biodiversity, environmental policy, and the ethics of consumption. This ambitious survey is written by leaders in a variety of fields and incorporates a number of disciplines and perspectives, assessing the current state of our planet and arguing for a just and solid international climate agreement. Exploring the issues from social, ethical, and scientific angles, this comprehensive and enlightening account will interest politicians, environmentalists, and economists.

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