Language: English
The knowledge of economics of biodiversity is very essential to understand the linkages between biodiversity and economics and conflict between economic growth and biodiversity conservation. This book gives an idea about application of economic instruments in biodiversity conservation, incentives for biodiversity conservation and fiscal and financial mechanisms in biodiversity conservation. This book covers the impact of subsidy, externalities on biodiversity conservation and economic valuation techniques. Further this book explores the link between biodiversity and food security, and also examines the economics of various ecosystems.