{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-ecological-economics-9781566706841","title":"An Introduction to Ecological Economics","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom Empty-World Economics to Full-World Economics Ecological economics explores new ways of thinking about how we manage our lives and our planet to achieve a sustainable  equitable  and prosperous future. Ecological economics extends and integrates the study and management of both \"natures household\" and \"humankinds household\"An Introduction to Ecological Economics  Second Edition  the first update and expansion of this classic text in 15 years  describes new approaches to achieving a sustainable and desirable human presence on Earth. Written by the top experts in the field  it addresses the necessity for an innovative approach to integrated environmental  social  and economic analysis and management  and describes policies aimed at achieving our shared goals.  Demands a Departure from Business as Usual  The book begins with a description of prevailing interdependent environmental  economic  and social issues and their underlying causes  and offers guidance on designing policies and instruments capable of adequately coping with these problems. It documents the historical development of the disciplines of economics and ecology  and explores how they have evolved so differently from a shared conceptual base. Structured into four sections  it also presents various ideas and models in their proper chronological context  details the fundamental principles of ecological economics  and outlines prospects for the future.  Whats New in the Second Edition: Includes several new pieces and updates in each section Adds a series of independently authored \"boxes\" to expand and update information in the current text Addresses the historical development of economics and ecology and the recent progress in integrating the study of humans and the rest of nature Covers the basic concepts and applications of ecological economics in language accessible to a broad audience  An Introduction to Ecological Economics  Second Edition can be used in an introductory undergraduate or graduate course; requires no prior knowledge of mathematics  economics  or ecology; provides a unified understanding of natural and human-dominated ecosystems; and reintegrates the market economy within society and the rest of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67904704184373,"sku":"ByrdShop_156670684X","price":83.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781566706841.jpg?v=1793850703","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/an-introduction-to-ecological-economics-9781566706841","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}