Environmental Constitutionalism in the Anthropocene: Values, Principles and Actions

This book explores the relationship between man and nature through different cultural approaches to encourage new environmental legislation and foster acceptance at a local level. It recognizes the impact of the Anthropocene on environmental change and proposes new perspectives for the constitutional framing of environmental policies, rights, and alternative methods for participatory law-making and conflict resolution.

Format: Hardback
Length: 290 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The relationship between humans and the natural world has been a subject of exploration and debate for centuries, with different cultures offering unique perspectives on the complex interplay between the two. In recent years, the impact of human activities on the environment has become increasingly apparent, leading to the recognition of a new geological epoch, known as the Anthropocene. This epoch is characterized by the profound and lasting impact of human actions on the planet, including climate change, deforestation, pollution, and biodiversity loss.

While the scientific community has been actively studying the Anthropocene and its implications, the legal field has been somewhat slower to embrace this new understanding. This book aims to bridge this gap by examining the role of law in shaping our relationship with the natural world and exploring how the concept of the Anthropocene can be used to promote more effective and just environmental policies.

The book begins by exploring the historical and cultural contexts that have shaped our understanding of the relationship between humans and nature. It then examines the legal frameworks that currently govern our interactions with the environment, including international treaties, national laws, and local regulations. The book argues that these legal frameworks are insufficient to address the challenges posed by the Anthropocene, and that a new approach is needed.

One of the key themes of the book is the need for a more interdisciplinary approach to the study of law. The author argues that law is not just a set of rules and regulations, but a cultural phenomenon that is shaped by social, economic, and political factors. By adopting a Law as Culture paradigm, the book seeks to explore new paths of investigation and possible solutions to be applied.

New perspectives for the constitutional framing of environmental policies, rights, and alternative methods for bottom-up participatory law-making and conflict resolution are investigated. The book shows that environmental justice is not just an option, but an objective within reach.

The book will be essential reading for students, academics, and policymakers in the areas of law, environmental studies, and anthropology. It will provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary understanding of the relationship between humans and the natural world and offer valuable insights into how the law can be used to promote a more sustainable and just future.

In conclusion, the book explores the relationship between man and nature through different cultural approaches to encourage new environmental legislation as a means of fostering acceptance at a local level. By recognizing the impact of human activities on the environment and adopting a multidisciplinary approach to the study of law, we can create a more effective and just environmental policy that promotes the well-being of both humans and the natural world.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032007175