Asia Pacific Journal of Environmental Law
Scope & Guideline
Navigating the Nexus of Law and Environment
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Environmental Governance and Policy Analysis:
The journal examines various governance structures and policy frameworks aimed at addressing environmental issues, including participatory governance and the role of regional organizations. - Climate Change and Legal Responses:
A significant focus is placed on the legal dimensions of climate change, including adaptation, loss and damage, and the implications of international agreements on regional practices. - Environmental Justice and Human Rights:
The journal explores the intersection of environmental law with human rights, particularly in relation to vulnerable populations affected by environmental degradation. - Marine and Coastal Law:
The journal addresses legal challenges related to marine pollution and the management of coastal resources, particularly in the context of plastic waste and biodiversity. - Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility:
Research often delves into the role of corporate entities in achieving environmental sustainability, exploring emerging laws and practices that promote corporate environmental responsibility. - Ecological and Biodiversity Protection:
The journal publishes articles that focus on legal frameworks for protecting biodiversity and ecosystems, emphasizing the need for ecologically sustainable development.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate-Induced Displacement and Migration:
There is an increasing focus on the legal implications of climate-induced displacement, emphasizing the need for robust legal frameworks and international cooperation to address this pressing issue. - Corporate Environmental Accountability:
Recent articles highlight the role of corporate responsibility in achieving sustainability, reflecting a trend towards integrating business practices with environmental law. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Environmental Law:
The integration of psychology, sociology, and environmental science into legal analyses is emerging, indicating a trend towards comprehensive understanding of environmental issues. - Innovative Legal Mechanisms for Sustainability:
Papers are increasingly exploring novel legal instruments and mechanisms that facilitate sustainability, such as restorative justice and participatory governance, reflecting a shift towards proactive legal solutions. - Regional Collaboration for Environmental Protection:
There is a growing emphasis on the role of regional organizations and collaborative frameworks in addressing environmental challenges, particularly in the context of transboundary issues.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Environmental Regulation:
There appears to be a decline in publications focused on conventional environmental regulation, possibly as researchers pivot towards more innovative and integrated approaches to environmental governance. - Historical Context of Environmental Law:
Papers that analyze historical legal frameworks and their relevance to contemporary environmental challenges have become less frequent, indicating a shift towards more applied and current legal analyses. - Siloed Approaches to Environmental Issues:
Research that addresses environmental issues in isolation from other social, economic, or political contexts is becoming less common, as interdisciplinary approaches gain traction.
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