Ecological Economics. An Introduction. 2005. 114 b/w figs. 22 figs. 592 p. gr8vo. Paperback.

Taking as its starting point the interdependence of the economy and the natural environment, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to the emerging field of ecological economics. The authors, environment, while Part II focuses mainly on the economy and on economics. Part III looks at how national governments set policy targets and the instruments used to pursue those targets. Part IV examines international trade and institutions, and two major global threats to sustainability - climate change and biodiversity loss. Assuming no prior knowledge of economics, this textbook is well suited keyword highlighting, real-world illustrations, further reading and website addresses.