Law, Nature and the Ecosystem Approach: Modelling a Transcultural Eco-Legal Framework across Europe and Latin America

This book argues that, beyond the apparent fracture between humans and Nature that defines the Anthropocene crisis, there exists a shared cultural foundation in legal traditions, converging on the recognition of the intrinsic value of Nature and of the ecosystem interconnections between human and non-human life.The legal innovations explored here-particularly from Latin America- embody a holistic, integrated view coherent with the ecosystem approach.It is proposed that these ideas offer potential not only within their own legal systems but also as models for Western legal frameworks.Divided into five parts, the book maintains a balance between theoretical and empirical, combining foundational legal and philosophical discussions with practical case studies and applications.Part I establishes the theoretical foundation, setting the conceptual framework of the volume.Part II builds on this by addressing the methodological implications and laying the groundwork for a transition from anthro