Facing Catastrophe

Facing Catastrophe
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Publisher : Harvard University Press
Total Pages : 335
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ISBN-10 : 9780674047914
ISBN-13 : 0674047915
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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].


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