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Foreign Investment and the Environment in International Law: A Comprehensive Guide

Glen Powell

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Published in Foreign Investment And The Environment In International Law (Cambridge Studies In International And Comparative Law 94)

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In today's globalized world, foreign investment plays a crucial role in economic development and growth. However, the increasing scale and complexity of foreign investment has raised concerns about its potential impact on the environment. This book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of the complex relationship between foreign investment and environmental protection under international law.

Foreign Investment and the Environment in International Law (Cambridge Studies in International and Comparative Law 94)

Foreign Investment and the Environment in International Law (Cambridge Studies in International and Comparative Law Book 94)

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The book is divided into three parts. Part I examines the conceptual and theoretical foundations of the relationship between foreign investment and the environment. Part II analyzes the various international legal instruments that govern foreign investment and environmental protection. Part III explores the practical challenges and opportunities for balancing foreign investment and environmental protection in different contexts.

Part I: Conceptual and Theoretical Foundations

Part I of the book provides a conceptual and theoretical framework for understanding the relationship between foreign investment and the environment. The first chapter examines the different perspectives on the relationship between economic growth and environmental protection. The second chapter analyzes the concept of sustainable development and its implications for foreign investment. The third chapter explores the role of corporate social responsibility in promoting environmental protection in the context of foreign investment.

Part II: International Legal Instruments

Part II of the book examines the various international legal instruments that govern foreign investment and environmental protection. The fourth chapter analyzes the key provisions of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Trade-Related Investment Measures (TRIMS). The fifth chapter examines the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) Convention and its role in resolving disputes between foreign investors and host states. The sixth chapter analyzes the various environmental treaties that are relevant to foreign investment, such as the Convention on Biological Diversity and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

Part III: Practical Challenges and Opportunities

Part III of the book explores the practical challenges and opportunities for balancing foreign investment and environmental protection in different contexts. The seventh chapter examines the challenges of promoting environmental protection in the context of foreign investment in developing countries. The eighth chapter analyzes the opportunities for using foreign investment to promote environmental protection in developed countries. The ninth chapter explores the role of international cooperation in promoting environmental protection in the context of foreign investment.

The book concludes by arguing that the relationship between foreign investment and the environment is complex and multifaceted. There is no easy way to balance the need for economic growth with the need for environmental protection. However, by understanding the conceptual and theoretical foundations of the relationship, and by carefully considering the various international legal instruments that govern foreign investment and environmental protection, it is possible to develop policies and practices that promote both economic development and environmental sustainability.

About the Author

The author of the book is a leading expert on the relationship between foreign investment and environmental protection. She has worked for many years with international organizations, governments, and businesses to promote sustainable development. She is currently a professor of law at a major university.