Interpreting the Precautionary Principle

Paperback

Main Details

Title Interpreting the Precautionary Principle
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Timothy O'Riordan
Edited by James Cameron
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback
Pages:316
Dimensions(mm): Height 210,Width 134
Category/GenreManagement and management techniques
Management of land and natural resources
Environmental science, engineering and technology
ISBN/Barcode 9781853832000
ClassificationsDewey:333.7
Audience
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations illustrations

Publishing Details

Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint Earthscan Ltd
Publication Date 1 September 1994
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Viewed from the perspective of environmental management, this study describes the implications and applications of the precautionary principle - a theory of avoiding risk even when its likelihood seems remote. This principle has been employed in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the North Atlantic Convention, yet it is not widely understood. This study examines the history and context of the principle, and its applications to law, governmental policies, business and investment, scientific research and international relations.

Author Biography

Timothy O'Riordan is Professor of Environmental Studies at the University of East Anglia. James Cameron is a barrister, and a foundling Director of the Foundation for International Law and Development (FIELD).