Environmental Law in Singapore

ISBN: 9789041151735 出版年：2013 页码：162 Heng Lye, Lin Kluwer Law International

Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Encyclopaedia of Laws, this book provides ready access to legislation and practice concerning the environment in Singapore. A general introduction covers geographic considerations, political, social and cultural aspects of environmental study, the sources and principles of environmental law, environmental legislation, and the role of public authorities.The main body of the book deals first with laws aimed directly at protecting the environment from pollution in specific areas such as air, water, wastes, hazardous substances, soil, noise, radiation and pollution of the marine environment. It also examines ozone depletion and climate change, and energy and resource efficiency. The book then focuses on nature and conservation management covering protection of natural and cultural resources such as monuments, landscapes, parks and reserves, wildlife and biodiversity. It discusses the development versus conservation dilemma that is a constant challenge to this city state. Zoning and land use planning laws are examined, followed by issues on liability, and administrative and judicial remedies to environmental issues.Its succinct yet scholarly nature, as well as the practical quality of the information it provides, make this book a valuable resource for environmental lawyers handling cases affecting Singapore. Academics and researchers, as well as business investors and the various international organizations in the field, will welcome this very useful guide, and will appreciate its value in the study of comparative environmental law and policy.