Ecological Economics: Principles and Applications
Second Edition • Daly & Farley
Ecological Economics: Principles and Applications, Second Edition
by Herman E. Daly and Joshua Farley is a landmark text
that reframes economics through the lens of ecological reality. Widely adopted in
sustainability and environmental economics programs, it explains how economic systems
depend on the Earth’s biophysical limits and provides tools for designing policies and
institutions that support long-term well-being.
Product Details
- Title: Ecological Economics: Principles and Applications
- Edition: Second Edition
- Authors: Herman E. Daly, Joshua Farley
- ISBN-13: 9781597266819
- Format: Paperback
- Price: $54.99
- Availability: In Stock | Free Worldwide Shipping
Key Features
- Ecological limits framework linking economic scale to biophysical constraints
- Policy-focused applications for sustainable markets, governance, and development
- Interdisciplinary approach integrating economics, ecology, and systems thinking
- Real-world cases addressing climate policy, biodiversity, and resource management
- Classroom-ready structure with summaries, visuals, and discussion prompts
Topics Covered (Highlights)
- Foundations of Ecological Economics
- Scale, Distribution, and Allocation
- Thermodynamics and Ecological Constraints
- Market Failures and Externalities
- Biodiversity, Natural Capital, and Resources
- Sustainability Metrics and Alternative Indicators
- Public Policy, Governance, and Institutions
- Strategies for Sustainable Economic Transformation
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Overview
A widely adopted sustainability economics text that connects economic theory with
ecological limits, offering practical tools and policy frameworks for designing
resilient, long-term economic systems.
Who Should Use This Book?
- Undergraduate and graduate students in economics and sustainability
- Environmental studies and public policy programs
- Researchers exploring systems-based economics
- Policy professionals designing climate and resource frameworks
- Organizations seeking alternatives to conventional economic models
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FAQs
- Is this book suitable for introductory economics courses?
Yes. It is widely adopted in upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in ecological economics, environmental studies, and sustainability.
- Does this edition include updated sustainability science and policy frameworks?
Yes. The second edition reflects modern ecological research, sustainability metrics, and contemporary policy applications.
- Does the book replace traditional economics textbooks?
It complements and critically extends conventional economics by integrating ecological limits, systems thinking, and long-term sustainability.
Build a rigorous foundation for sustainability-focused economics and policy.
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