Balancing rocks : environment and development in Zimbabwe

Abstract

Environment has become a major factor in development, as part of a global awareness on the need to either change or sustain current trends. Balancing Rocks tackles the environment issues affecting Zimbabwe, their consequences and solutions. The book is the first empirical attempt to assess Zimbabwe's environmental linkages to development on a sectoral basis and with the intention of reviewing policy for the future. It is a useful tool for all those interested in a discussion that goes beyond narrow academic or political agendas, and understand that environment and development are fragile "balancing rocks".

<p>CONTENTS: 1. Choosing Sustainable Human Development for Zimbabwe´s Future -- 2. Population Growth Impact in a Sparse Resources Environment -- 3. Tackling Agricultural Development with Land Dearth -- 4. Challenges for a Finer Conventional and Alternative Energy Use -- 5. Industry and the Environment in a Reformed Marketplace -- 6. The Role of Grassrots Movements in Conservation and Sustainable Development -- 7. Zimbabwe´s Response to Agenda 21 -- 8. Conclusion: Balancing The Rocks -- Zimbabwe Human Development Profile</p>