Sustainable Development and Creative Destruction

This book explores sustainable development from the perspective of the post-communistexperience of Eastern Europe. Taking into account the specific characteristics of differentcountries within Eastern Europe, the contrast between economic theory and practice ishighlighted. An understanding of the economic development of the Eastern Europe ispresented to provide insights into the challenges, in particular the juxtaposition of new and oldtraditions, and opportunities for sustainable development in this area. This book highlights how the implementation of sustainable development policies is dependent onculture, institutions, history, and geography. It will be relevant to students andresearchers interested in environmental economics and the economic development of EasternEurope.