Routledge The Sustainable Economics of Elinor Ostrom - Book

Explore the profound impact of Elinor Ostrom's Nobel Prize-winning research on common pool property rights. This volume, part of the Routledge Studies in Ecological Economics series, addresses the most pressing sustainability challenges of the twenty-first century. From the complexities of climate change to the management of cyberspace, Ostrom's work provides a framework for understanding how resources can be managed effectively. In this text, Derek Wall provides a critical examination of Ostrom's theories. The book investigates whether methodological individualism can work alongside collectivist solutions and evaluates the relevance of local-scale solutions to global crises. This is an essential resource for students, academics, and professionals interested in ecological economics, property rights, and the future of sustainable resource management.