New Book: Adapting to Sea Level Rise in the Coastal Zone Law and Policy Considerations By Chad J. McGuire (26 Mar 2013)

Adapting to Sea Level Rise in the Coastal Zone

Law and Policy Considerations

By Chad J. McGuire

Published 26th March 2013 by CRC Press – 232 pages

Description:

Comprehensive, but not overly technical, this book provides a legal-policy framework to the discussion of how coastal managers can best approach the problem of sea level rise. It identifies legal barriers and offers proposed solutions to mitigate the impact of those barriers. The book introduces the issue, delves into the science behind sea level rise, discusses policy complexities and options, followed by an overview of related legalities, then, bringing it all together, the author applies the principles offered in the book, concluding with strategies and solutions and a perspective on the future.

Contents:

Introduction
Science Behind Sea Level Rise

Introduction
Current Observations
Future Predictions
Major Coastal Land Feature Considerations
Conclusion
References

Policy Options
Introduction
Framing the Policy Questions Related to Sea Level Rise
Adaptation Approaches
Considerations among Adaptation Approaches
Conclusion
References

Legal Considerations
Introduction
Background on Legal Considerations
Traditional Land-Use Planning Laws
The Takings Question
Government Options
Conclusion
References

Index

For more information: http://www.routledge.com/books/details/9781466559806/