Earth Trusteeship and the Sovereign State

This book makes an argument for the legal role and responsibility of sovereign states in the trusteeship of the earth.

Autorentext

Klaus Bosselmann is Professor of Law at the University of Auckland, New Zealand.

Inhalt

Introduction **1. In Search for Direction 2. The Earth System Approach 3. Dealing with Complexities 4. Ecological Integrity Part II Examining State Sovereignty 5. The Concept of State Sovereignty 6. Sovereignty and International Environmental Law 7. The Duty to Protect Part III Incorporating Earth Trusteeship 8. Sovereignty and Trusteeship 9. The State as Earth Trustee Conclusion**