{"title":"Elizabeth R. DeSombre","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the thought-provoking works of Elizabeth R. DeSombre, a distinguished author and environmental scholar whose insights illuminate the complexities of global environmental politics. With a focus on the dynamics of international agreements and environmental policy-making, DeSombre's writings provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of how political actions intersect with environmental sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer notable work, \u003cem\u003eWhat is Environmental Politics?\u003c\/em\u003e, serves as an essential guide for anyone interested in the intricate relationship between politics and the planet's health. Through her books, DeSombre delves into the challenges and strategies that shape environmental governance and the critical role political entities play in fostering ecological sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a student, a policy-maker, or simply an environmentally conscious reader, Elizabeth R. DeSombre's books offer valuable perspectives and in-depth analysis in the realm of Science \u0026amp; Nature. Embark on a journey through her insightful contributions to gain a deeper understanding of the urgent environmental issues of our time and the political frameworks that aim to address them.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"what-is-environmental-politics-by-elizabeth-r-desombre-9781509534142","title":"What is Environmental Politics?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy is it so difficult to control, or fix, pollution? How can we justify harvesting the world’s natural resources at unsustainable rates, even though these activities cause known harm to both people and ecosystems? Scientific knowledge and technological advances alone cannot tackle these environmental challenges; they also involve difficult political choices and trade-offs both locally and globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat is Environmental Politics?\u003c\/i\u003e introduces students to the different ways society attempts to deal with the political decisions needed to prevent or recover from environmental damage. Across its six chapters, leading environmental scholar Elizabeth DeSombre explains what makes environmental problems, such as climate change, overfishing or deforestation, particularly challenging to address via political processes, what types of political structures are more or less likely to prioritise protecting the environment, and how effective political intervention can improve environmental conditions and the lives of people who depend on them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt will be a vital resource for students new to the field of environmental politics as well as readers interested in protecting the future of our planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855483130092,"sku":"9781509534142","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/0984b2fc5f2806acce864582726ea7d4.jpg?v=1759278129"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/elizabeth-r-desombre.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}