Illustrating an insightful contrast between modern scientific and economic approaches, and the Buddhist viewpoint, this book examines key environmental issues such as species protection, pollution, natural resource use and global climate change. Through a comprehensive explanation of the pertinent Buddhist philosophy and eleven Buddhist instruments, it unpacks the rich intellectual resources relating to modern environmental and nature studies that have been treasured in the Buddhist Canons and commentaries for thousands of years. This book provides a rare opportunity to reflect on the ongoing climate crisis using a time-tested thought system. Environmentalists and scholars studying development economics, environmental economics, radical economics and climate change will find this books combined outlook thought-provoking and illuminating. Policymakers will also find the chapters on how to tackle global challenges including climate change and environmental pollution to be an excellent resource. -- Heterodox Economics Newsletter, Issue 331, August 2024 Niggol Seo masterfully weaves together centuries of Buddhist wisdom with the frontiers of environmental and natural resource economics, illuminating how these seemingly disparate traditions are interconnected on a profound level. An inspiring read that is sure to provoke reflection and solutions to todays most challenging environmental problems. -- Laura Bakkensen, University of Arizona, US
