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<p>This text provides far-reaching coverage of the essential topics taught on most environmental law courses, with the authors tackling the key debates and explaining the subject in its social and political context.</p> <br/> <br/><p>Environmental Law is structured thematically to provide far-reaching coverage of the fundamentals and allow students to develop critical thinking and high-level understanding. The accessible style provides clear content suitable for both new and experienced students of the subject.</p> <br/> <br/><p>Key Features</p> <br/> <br/><p>- Offers thorough coverage on the subject, with thematic discussions of key topics introducing debates and legislation from domestic and international perspectives</p> <br/><p>- Places the subject in context, providing an accessible introduction to the main themes and principles of environmental law for new students and those looking to develop their understanding</p> <br/><p>- Sets the scene with chapter overviews, case studies, and information boxes to engage students with the substantive law, significant issues, case law, legislation, and events</p> <br/><p>- Features chapter summaries and self-test questions to help readers consolidate their learning, and further reading lists to support independent study and assessment preparation</p> <br/> <br/><p>New to This Edition</p> <br/> <br/><p>- Analysis of the UK's withdrawal from the EU and the impact on UK environmental law</p> <br/><p>- Coverage of the Environment Act 2021 and the creation of the Office for Environmental Protection</p> <br/><p>- Discussion of the 'net zero' target under the Climate Change Act 2008 regime</p> <br/><p>- Treatment of key case law developments, including Fearn v Tate Galler; Finch; and Friends of the Earth v Heathrow Airport</p> <br/> <br/><p>Digital Formats and Resources</p> <br/> <br/><p>The 10th edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Law Trove offer a mobile experi