ISBN:
9781785362682
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (426 Seiten)
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Series Statement:
Edward Elgar E-Book Archive
Parallel Title:
Erscheint auch als Tisdell, Clement A., 1939 - 2022 Sustaining biodiversity and ecosystem functions
DDC:
333.9516
Keywords:
Biodiversity conservation Economic aspects
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Ecosystem management
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Biodiversity Economic aspects
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Electronic books
Abstract:
pt. 1. Biological conservation : basic economic issues -- pt. 2. Human developed biological capital : germplasm and ecosystems -- pt. 3. Natural biological capital : wild genetic resources and natural ecosystems.
Abstract:
The stock of the world's biological diversity and the state of its ecosystems are major determinants of the availability of commodities, both essential and desirable, for human life. This leading-edge study provides an overarching and balanced approach to the economics of biological conservation; considering man made and natural components, and their interdependence. Recognising the deficiencies of many contemporary studies, which focus almost entirely on natural capital, Clement Tisdell utilizes the concept of heritage biological capital, including germplasm, as part of his analysis of changes in the stock of biological capital. This comprehensive synthesis casts doubt upon some propositions and policies for resource conservation recommended by eminent ecologists in areas such as GM crops and livestock husbandry as well as agroecosystems and the concept of sustainable agricultural intensification. The propositions presented are lent strength by the author's decision to relate his analysis to pertinent contemporary institutional developments and scientific advances. The broad scope and rational scepticism with which this book has been compiled make it an ideal read for economists interested in ecological and environmental economics, natural scientists with an interest in biodiversity conservation and higher level policy makers in ecological and environmental fields
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
DOI:
10.4337/9781785362682
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