This book summarizes the latest trends and attitudes in environmental finance, balancing empirical research with theory and applications. It presents an intellectually cohesive examination of problems, opportunities, and metrics worldwide

Introduction -- Swot analysis -- Sustainable development, an introduction -- Flaws in the fabric : people and nature -- Flaws in the fabric : people and society -- Sources of vigour -- Solution strategies -- Here and there -- Now and later -- Climate and energy -- Sustainable business practices...

Years on from the 1987 Brundtland Report, it has become clear that formidable challenges confront policy makers who have publicly stated their commitment to the goal of sustainable development. This text provides an account of the progress made in fleshing out these issues