Publisher's Synopsis
This text, written from the perspective of international relations, explores how the international community has responded to the novel challenges posed by anthropogenic change of the atmosphere. It contrasts the comparative sucess of moves to set up an international regime to prevent ozone depletion with the inefficiancy of attempts to address the problem of climate change.;The author begins with an explanation of the theory of international co-operation, and then moves on to examine the scientific evidence for ozone depletion and climate change that has prompted international action. He explores the special interests which have influenced the formulation of internationl policy on these issues, and the equity considerations which have affected both the Montreal Protocol and UNCED negotiations. A final section examines the political catalysts such as NGOs which are driving moves towards binding international policies.
