International Organizations in Global Environmental Governance

<p>This book provides a comparative study of the role of international organizations in environmental governance. Whilst a growing body of literature considers global governance in a number of policy areas this volume delivers one of the first comprehensive accounts of international organizations in relation to environmental policy.</p><p>Providing the reader with key insights within this area of global governance the book focuses on policies developing in relation to climate change biodiversity and international environmental funding. Presenting a compelling and up-to-date account of developments within this burgeoning policy area the volume:</p><p>• includes a range of case studies including the World Bank UNEP and the OECD</p><p>• presents quantitative and qualitative research that advances understanding of international organizations in the field of international relations</p><p>• delivers contributions from a range of internationally renowned academics and specialists within the field</p><p><em>International Organizations in Global Environmental Governance</em> will be of interest to students and scholars of international relations theory international economics environmental policy organizational theory and environmental studies.</p>