Environmental and Health Regulation in the United States and the European Union

The book explores the contrasting regulatory approaches of the United States and the European Union regarding public health and environmental protection during the early 21st century. It highlights how the U.S. has relaxed regulations on recycling, hazardous chemicals, and food labeling, while the EU has adopted stricter measures. The author argues that these differences stem not from cultural attitudes towards risk, but from unique regulatory tradeoffs, balancing environmental concerns with competitiveness and integration in each region.