Principles of International Environmental Law by Philippe Sands, Jacqueline Peel and Adriana Fabra is an English-language textbook on international environmental litigation. This reference work is aimed at students in higher education and professionals within the legal practice.
This fully updated edition covers the most important principles and rules of international environmental law. The book analyzes key topics such as climate change, protection of the atmosphere, oceans, biodiversity, and the regulation of chemicals and waste. It also highlights the connections between international environmental law and other areas of law, such as trade law, human rights, and investment law.
By providing an overview of recent developments in treaties and case law, this text offers a critical and forward-looking perspective. It is an indispensable source for students, academics, and lawyers who delve into the dynamics of international environmental legislation.
The content aligns with fields of study such as Environmental Law and Public International Law: Environment, and supports study and practice within international environmental law.