Unlock the complexities of environmental policy with ‘Understanding Environmental Administration and Law’ by Susan J. Buck. This essential guide offers a clear, introductory overview of how environmental policy is created, the political forces that shape it, and the crucial statutory and case laws governing the regulatory system. The expanded third edition features insightful case studies and covers the Bush Administration’s environmental approach, the evolving landscape of environmentalism, and the development of international environmental agreements. Discover how law functions as a powerful managerial tool in environmental administration. Ideal for students, professionals, and anyone seeking to grasp environmental law and regulation in the United States and globally.