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Green crime in sociology addresses environmental harm and transcends legal boundaries, emphasizing global risks and the need for international cooperation. It includes primary crimes like pollution and secondary crimes like regulatory violations. The Weir Waste Services case highlights the enforcement of environmental laws.

Exploring the Concept of Green Crime in Sociology

Green crime, as conceptualized by Michael J. Lynch in 1990, refers to actions that harm the environment, living organisms, and ecological systems. This concept has gained traction in sociology, reflecting the increasing concern over environmental degradation and its impacts. Green criminology extends beyond the confines of legal definitions, encompassing all environmentally destructive acts, regardless of their legality. This inclusive approach recognizes the global nature of environmental challenges and underscores the necessity for international collaboration to mitigate these harms.
Lush green forest with various shades of green, meandering stream, deforested area with yellow bulldozer and blue sky.

The Expanding Reach of Green Crime

The reach of green crime has expanded with the advent of globalization, as environmental threats now cross national boundaries. Ulrich Beck's "global risk society" concept underscores the indiscriminate nature of these threats, affecting all demographics and regions. This globalized view of environmental risks calls for concerted efforts from the international community to address green crime effectively. The evolving scope of green crime now includes a broader range of activities contributing to environmental damage, highlighting the critical role of global cooperation.

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Year green crime was conceptualized

1990 by Michael J. Lynch

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Scope of green criminology

Beyond legal definitions, includes all eco-destructive acts

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Green criminology's approach to environmental challenges

Global perspective, emphasizes international collaboration

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