In recent years the concept of environmental security has been adapted to include preparedness
for acts of ecoterrorism. This latter term has now become synonymous with environmental
terrorism where the perpetrator uses the environment as a weapon to harm an opponent. The
intended outcome is usually large-scale deaths severe damage to the environment and
instilling fear in the general population. This book explores various facets of ecoterrorism
including the role of the state in pursuing and maintaining environmental security a review of
the concept of ecoterrorism food security challenges and weaknesses technological
countermeasures to enable rapid detection or response and existing pollution sources and
hazards that may serve as targets for terrorist acts. In sum this volume provides a useful
overview for both the layperson and experienced researchers.
