‘Green’ in the Concerns of International Humanitarian Law

Between ‘Risk’ and ‘Military Necessity’: Reflections on ‘Eco-Humanitarianism’ and the Future of ‘Green Peace’

Authors

  • Márcia Mieko Morikawa Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Coimbra

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14195/2182-2387_20_4

Abstract

The protection of the environment during armed conflict falls within the broader framework of global environmental issues. This brief article aims to analyze the extent to which International Humanitarian Law (IHL) provides satisfactory mechanisms for environmental protection in situations of “armed conflict.” It is important to note that the focus is on IHL rather than Environmental Law, although we will attempt to deepen the dialogue between these two areas—a dialogue essential for improving environmental protection in times of war. Our concern centers particularly on the increasing environmental impact caused by military operations and the development of new weapons technologies. The analysis will cover certain rules and principles of IHL (mainly Hague Law) as well as some of the main international instruments for environmental protection during armed conflict.

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Published

2007-07-01

Issue

No. 20 (2007): Urbanism, Territorial Order and Environment Studies Center Law Review

Section

Doctrine

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Copyright (c) 2007 Márcia Mieko Morikawa

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