Facing Catastrophe
| Author | : Robert R. M. Verchick |
| Publisher | : Harvard University Press |
| Total Pages | : 335 |
| Release | : 2010-06-15 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780674047914 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0674047915 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (915 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Facing Catastrophe by : Robert R. M. Verchick
Download or read book Facing Catastrophe written by Robert R. M. Verchick and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2010-06-15 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author argues for a new perspective on disaster law that is based on the principles of environmental protection. His prescription boils down to three simple commands: Go green, be fair, and keep safe. He argues that government must assume a stronger regulatory role in managing natural infrastructure, distributional fairness, and public risk.--[book cover].