Common-Pool Resources
/ˈkɒmən pʊl rɪˈzɔːrsɪz/
Definitions
- (n.) Resources such as fisheries, groundwater basins, and pastures that are shared by multiple users and are susceptible to depletion if overused.
Common-pool resources require regulation to prevent over-extraction and depletion.
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- common-pool resources
- common-pool resource
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Commentary
In legal contexts, governance of common-pool resources often involves balancing individual rights with collective management to avoid the tragedy of the commons.
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