Natural Resources
December 22, 2010 - 12:08
Water is a basic human necessity and the relationship between the use of water by society and the environment throws up a wide range of issues. CSERGE has a strong body of expertise that has been focusing on the economics of environmental problems relating to water and watery environments, extending from land-based wetland ecosystems, through rivers and remote mountain lakes to sea bed environments. Using this expertise, coupled with our broad experience in applying techniques to real world problems, we can provide recommendations that are relevant for policy makers and others involved in the management of water resources and environments.
Environmental Valuation
December 22, 2010 - 12:01
The majority of people would like a better natural environment, less air pollution, more peace and quiet, cleaner beaches, more nature reserves and greener electricity production. Unfortunately, those same people will also agree that the UK needs better roads and railways, more new homes to be built, that wind farms are an eyesore and taxes are too high. Accordingly, policy-makers are constantly faced with decisions that entail complex tradeoffs involving economic development and environmental quality. One major theme of CSERGE research is to provide policy-makers with assistance in making these decisions.
Waste and Energy
December 22, 2010 - 11:45
Two key issues currently affecting society are the production and management of waste and energy. Not only do both these areas have an environmental 'price tag' but both are intimately related to culture, efficiency, profitability and the practical realities of modern living.
Sustainable Development
December 22, 2010 - 11:43
Right now human beings have the ability to fundamentally alter the world around us more than ever before. There are already clear signs of global environmental change, such as the loss of biodiversity and climate change, and the future of our planet depends on us coming up with real solutions for governing our relationship with the environment. Sustainable development does not just 'happen', it requires effective management and policy for steering society in a desired direction.
Professor Ian Bateman appointed to the independent Natural Capital Committee by Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman
New paper in Journal of Environmental Economics and Management by Grischa Perino
The Science, Society and Sustainability (3S) Group
Major national award for Professor Ian Bateman
ESRC highlight research done by CSERGE