Eco-labelling has become an increasingly popular instrument in recent years. Among the new developments which have been called for are that they should also be used as a means of encouraging developing countries to apply stricter environment policies. The following article investigates whether...

This study promotes the understanding of the link between development, environment and international economic relations. It suggests that the growth effects of environmental management may tend to serve as an equalizer, helping to redress the imbalance in real income levels between developed and...

The most effective way of preventing damage of any kind is to make the originator of the damage liable and to require him to rectify it. How can this principle, that works perfectly if a private good is damaged, be applied to the environment? Which are the advantages and limitations of a...