Understanding Environmental Administration and Law provides an engaging, introductory overview of environmental policy. Author Susan J. Buck explores the process through which policy is made, the political environment in which it is applied, and the statutory and case laws that are critical to working within the regulatory system. This revised and expanded third edition adds case studies that help bring the subject to life and includes new material on:
the Bush Administration and its approach to administering environmental laws
the continuing evolution of environmentalism and the changing role of environmental regulation in the United States
the development and implementation of environmental agreements at the international level
the impacts and implications of globalization
Understanding Environmental Administration and Law provides a framework for understanding the law as a managerial tool.
Preface Acknowledgments
Chapter 1. The American Legal System Chapter 2. Environmentalism in the United States Chapter 3. The Public Policy Process Chapter 4. Legal Concepts in Environmental Law Chapter 5. Pollution Control and Hazardous and Toxic Substances Chapter 6. Managing Wildlife and Public Lands Chapter 7. International Environmental Policy and Law
Afterword Finding Case Law Glossary Acronyms List of Cases Legislation Bibliography
""Among its many virtues, this is an excellent introduction to environmental law for a college audience. Understanding Environmental Administration and Law is clearly and concisely written with numerous, interesting case studies to sustain the reader's interest.""
' Walter A. Rosenbaum, Professor of Political Science, University of Florida
""Business managers, policy analysts and students have long needed an introductory guide to environmental law and the administrative process. Now comes the second edition of Understanding Environmental Administration and Law'a logical starting point for informed public dialogue on some of the most important issues confronting our nation.""
' Eric A. Goldstein, Senior Attorney, Natural Resources Defense Council
""Those who work within or on the periphery of the environmental regulatory system will find their understanding of the system enhanced. New entrants into the field will get a guided discovery lesson on the basics.""
