Emison and Morris's book is a thoughtful, timely piece critically needed in the classroom. In the wake of the challenge of disasters both natural and man-made, it helps to explain the uniquely 'Southern' policy approach. It is relevant to student focus, stylish in delivery and superb in its treatment of a crucial subject.
R. Bruce Anderson This book covers the waterfront of Southern environmental problems and policies, exposing the variations in administrative capacity by state and environmental policy arena. No other book provides such a rich description and detailed explanation of the state of environmental policy regulation in the South as the region transitions from a command and control regulatory regime to one of cooperation and market based solutions.
Joseph A. Aistrup, Kansas State University There are a wealth of books about the vibrant past and folklore of the southern US. However, little is written about the South's innovative environmental protection strategies. This work provides a highly readable account of how southern environmental policy evolved into a modern green movement driven by sustainable principles. The book begins with an explanation of the roles of the southern states in early American environmental policy. This leads to a chapter explaining the way state policies influence emerging approaches for resolving environmental quality issues. Authors then discuss air and water quality concerns unique to the southern states, and also mention agricultural development, alternative energy, and brownfields. Case studies in each chapter convey the particular environmental concerns and unique strategies being used to resolve the issue. Each chapter is written by an author with expertise on the topic presented and includes ample contemporary references. The book gives an exceptional perspective of how southern environmental management strategies fit into national and global environmental concerns. Summing Up: Highly recommended. All levels/libraries, especially regional collections.
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