Bibliograph

Advanced introduction to ecological economics, Matthias Ruth

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Advanced introduction to ecological economics, Matthias Ruth

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Advanced introduction to ecological economics

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1013725284

Responsibility statement

Matthias Ruth

Series statement

Elgar advanced introductions

Summary

"Any human endeavor is shaped by, and shapes, changes in the physical and biological environment. In this Advanced Introduction, Matthias Ruth draws on a diverse set of theories, methods and applications to critically assess key concepts in ecological economics. Understanding biophysical foundations of economic growth and development is at the core of ecological economics. The author provides a precise introduction to the interdependencies between economic and environmental change, focusing on the fundamental dependence of the economy on the environment, as a provider of energy, materials and waste assimilation services"--, Publisher's description

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- Economic principles of resource use and environmental change -- Models of the economy, society and environment -- Biophysical principles -- Technology and innovation in their economic, social and environmental context -- Complexity and the challenges for analysis and management in a full world

resource.variantTitle

Ecological economics

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