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Tropical Forest Conservation Legislation And Policy: A Global Perspective, Robert M. Hardaway, Karen D. Dacres, Judy Swearingen
Tropical Forest Conservation Legislation And Policy: A Global Perspective, Robert M. Hardaway, Karen D. Dacres, Judy Swearingen
Sturm College of Law: Faculty Scholarship
This article reviews tropical rainforest legislation and policy of countries around the world. It documents the alarming erosion of rainforest resources and preserves, and evaluates the effectiveness of law and policies promulgated to arrest that erosion. The problems associated with rainforest depletion are treated in the context of the world's exploding population, as well as the economic needs of the developing countries. The need for population control policies, and family planning, are considered along with effective controls and regulation of rainforest exploitation.
Population, Law And The Environment, Robert M. Hardaway
Population, Law And The Environment, Robert M. Hardaway
Sturm College of Law: Faculty Scholarship
A point-counterpoint challenge of the views expressed by Vice President Al Gore in Earth in the Balance, this important study questions current assumptions about the cost and effectiveness of environmental laws and policies, revealing the crucial link between programs of population control and long-term environmental goals.