Research Handbook on Polar Law

The Research Handbook explores the concept of polar law as a coherent body of law and a set of rules and principles that applies to both the Arctic and Antarctic. It examines how Antarctic and Arctic regional regimes contribute to polar law, and how international treaties, agreements, and arrangements shape it. With a focus on the evolution of polar law in the context of the Anthropocene, chapters cover key issues such as climate change, minerals exploration, and boundary disputes. The Handbook provides a critical assessment of contemporary challenges to the field and will be a valuable resource for academics, students, diplomats, and policy makers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 17 May 2022
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd

This comprehensive Research Handbook delves into the multifaceted concept of polar law, encompassing both its coherent body of law and its set of rules and principles that apply to the Arctic and Antarctic regions. It traces the evolution of polar law and policy, highlighting emerging trends and future directions in this rapidly evolving field. Expert international contributors offer insightful analyses across various domains, including human rights, biodiversity exploration, tourism, environmental protection, and fisheries management. They examine how Antarctic and Arctic regional regimes shape polar law, scrutinizing international treaties, agreements, and arrangements. With a particular focus on the implications of polar law in the context of the Anthropocene, the chapters address key issues related to the poles, such as climate change, mineral exploration, and boundary disputes. By presenting a comparative analysis of polar and bipolar law, this Research Handbook underscores the advantages of a unified legal framework for the polar regions. It provides a critical assessment of contemporary challenges facing polar law and policy, offering valuable insights for academics, students, diplomats, and policy makers engaged in this field. The Handbook's diverse range of themes and topics makes it an invaluable resource for scholars and practitioners alike, contributing to our understanding of the legal and policy frameworks governing the Arctic and Antarctic regions.

Dimension: 244 x 169 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803927459