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Environmental Governance

Definition(s)

A written set of rules governing the behavior of a specified group (Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2007); in the environmental context, it can refer to a global consensus or agreement on a countries behavior concerning a specific subject (e.g. FAO code of conduct for responsible fisheries) although it is non-binding. (drafted)

Hierarchy

Broader: soft law
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