Summary

The primary aim of this book on Air Pollution Promoting Regional Cooperation is to facilitate the training of governmental decision-makers to further develop cooperation aimed at regional intergovernmental agreements or legal instruments. The book may also find readers among other policy-makers and scientists, as well as university students involved in environmental matters. Practiced negotiators may also benefit from reading selected sections. The book lays down the foundations that will enable potential negotiators to understand the principles of air pollution in its various forms and its effects, how agreements have been and can be developed, before presenting some practical suggestions on how to explore the negotiation process. The book may be used for background reading and at training events moderated by experts on individual subjects addressed in the book and as a general reference for further development of information in support of multilateral negotiations.

It is structured in three separate Modules:
I. Overview of driving forces, science and abatement strategies;
II. Development of regional, multilateral agreements on air pollution;
III. Existing multilateral agreements related to air pollution.