The ICJ, ITLOS and the Precautionary Approach: Paltry Progressions, Jurisprudential Jousting

David VanderZwaag

The ICJ, ITLOS and the Precautionary Approach: Paltry Progressions, Jurisprudential Jousting

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Abstract

The precautionary approach, although highly touted as a fundamental principle of international environmental law, has become well-known for the confusion surrounding its interpretation and practical implications. Confusion has emanated from definitional generalities and variations and even debates over appropriate terminology. A spectrum of precautionary measures exist and viewpoints on whether strong versions of precaution or weaker versions should prevail have differed.

Original language	Canadian English
Journal	Articles, Book Chapters, & Popular Press
Volume	35
Issue number	2
Publication status	Published - Jan. 1 2013

Keywords

environmental law
international environmental law
precautionary approach

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Environmental Law

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The ICJ, ITLOS and the Precautionary Approach: Paltry Progressions, Jurisprudential Jousting

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