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1. Chapter 28: Adoption and diffusion of green innovations.

Author

Driessen, Paul and Hillebrand, Bas

Subjects
ENVIRONMENTAL protection, ENVIRONMENTAL policy, MARKETING strategy, TECHNOLOGICAL innovations, GOVERNMENT policy, ENVIRONMENTAL regulations
Abstract

The article presents a framework of determinants of acceptance of green innovations. The framework is based on adoption and diffusion theory that will help to understand why marketing strategies and public policy interventions have varying impacts on green innovation success. The adoption and diffusion perspective has been a minor component in consumer energy research, and has been almost totally ignored in research into other green innovations. Adoption and diffusion theory deals with innovations. An innovation is defined as "an idea, practice, or object that is perceived as new by an individual or other unit of adoption."

Published
2002

2. Chapter 2: Environmental policy instruments on the move.

Author

Nelissen, Nico

Subjects
ENVIRONMENTAL policy, GOVERNMENT policy, ENVIRONMENTAL economics, ENVIRONMENTAL protection, PUBLIC administration
Abstract

The article examines several aspects concerning the use of instruments in environmental policy. The current interest in the subject of policy instruments has largely been brought about by its application in the field of environmental policy. Experts in this area have made important contributions to discussions concerning policy instruments. In scientific public management literature, a distinction is made between the following governmental steering models, such as juridical steering model, economic steering model and communicative steering model.

Published
2002

3. 2004 Award for Diplomacy.

Subjects
*AWARD presentations, *DIPLOMACY, *ENVIRONMENTAL law, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GOVERNMENT policy, *ENVIRONMENTAL protection, *ENVIRONMENTAL sciences
Abstract

This article highlights the award ceremony for the Elizabeth Haub Prize for Environmental Diplomacy on March 8, 2005 in New York. Professor Lee Paddock, Director of Environmental Law programs at Pace University School of Law in Pleasantville, New York, introduced Professor Nicholas Robinson, a member of the Elizabeth Haub Award jury. The history of the Award is being recalled, which honors Elizabeth Haub, the distinguished German environmentalist. And Robinson paid tribute to the strong nature conservation values of Haub.

Published
2005

4. National Affairs.

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL law, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GOVERNMENT policy, *ENVIRONMENTAL protection, *ENVIRONMENTAL sciences
Abstract

Discusses environmental law and policy in China. Principles of Chinese environmental law such as sustainable development, prevention first and rational development; Introduction of the country's environmental protection policies and the legal provisions implementing them; Development of the modern environmental law over three periods of history and legislation.

Published
2004

5. References to Other Topics.

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL law, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GOVERNMENT policy, *ENVIRONMENTAL protection, *ENVIRONMENTAL sciences
Abstract

Provides various information related to global environmental policy and law. Launch of the Arab Water Council dedicated to water issues in the Arab World; Review of the Cotonou Agreement in the 79th Session of the African, Caribbean and Pacific Council of Ministers; Adoption of the Shanghai Declaration at the 60th Session of the UN Economic and Special Commission for Asia and the Pacific.

Published
2004

6. Revised African Convention Nears Entry Into Force.

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL protection, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *CONSERVATION of natural resources, *SUSTAINABLE development, *SUSTAINABILITY, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

The article focuses on the aspects of the revised African Convention on the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources also known as the Maputo Convention adopted in 2003. Topics discussed include the various objectives of the convention which aim for the conservation and enhancement of environmental protection, the environmental focus of the convention which include land, water, and vegetation, and the role of the convention in addressing sustainable development issues.

Published
2016

7. The Millennium Development Goals and the Rule of Law: Round-Table Dialogue.

Author

Ruis, Barbara

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL law, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GOVERNMENT policy, *ENVIRONMENTAL protection, *ENVIRONMENTAL sciences
Abstract

This article focuses on the prioritization of environmental law by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) since its inception, and is generally recognized as one of the most effective tools for catalyzing national and international action in the field of the environment. To fulfil the demands of Governing Council decision 22/17 II A of 2003, UNEP established a program of work to carry out, on a cohesive, structured and sustained basis, national activities under the direction and guidance of the respective Chief Justices.

Published
2005

8. EDITORIAL.

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GOVERNMENT policy, *ENVIRONMENTAL law, *ENVIRONMENTAL protection, *LAW, *ENVIRONMENTAL sciences
Abstract

Focuses on topics related to environmental policy and law. Success of the recent session of the Governing Council of the United Nations (U.N.) Environment Programme; Implications of the nomination of Under-Secretary of State John Bolton as U.S. President George W. Bush's choice to be U.S. Ambassador to the U.N.; Findings of the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment.

Published
2005

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