International Economics of Resource Efficiency Eco-Innovation Policies for a Green Economy

Human societies face a threatening future of resource scarcity and environmental damages. This book addresses the challenge of turning these risks into opportunities and policies. It is a collection of high level contributions from experts of sustainable growth and sustainable resource management. F...

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Other Authors: Bleischwitz, Raimund (Editor), Welfens, Paul J.J. (Editor), Zhang, ZhongXiang (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Heidelberg Physica-Verlag HD 2011, 2011
Edition:1st ed. 2011
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:Human societies face a threatening future of resource scarcity and environmental damages. This book addresses the challenge of turning these risks into opportunities and policies. It is a collection of high level contributions from experts of sustainable growth and sustainable resource management. Focussing on economics, sustainability, technology and policy, the book highlights system innovation, leapfrogging strategies of emerging economies, possible rebound effects and international market development. It puts natural resources centre stage and will make an important contribution to achieving the goal of a 21st century Green Economy
Physical Description:XXX, 394 p online resource
ISBN:9783790826012