Managing technological and environmental risks in Japan

Journal Article · Mon Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1986 · Risk Anal.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1539-6924.1986.tb00952.x· OSTI ID:6329670

Ikeda, S

This paper is primarily concerned with environmental risks arising from utilizing modern technology. Our attention focuses on the interface between policy decisions and regulatory measures. The interface involves not only science and technology but also politics and social values, and perceptions which are deeply rooted in the industrial countries. A case of setting air quality standards and regulatory practices in Japan is studied on the basis of scientific and technological knowledge, economic cost, and subjective judgment of what constitutes an acceptable level of risk or health hazard.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
• OSTI ID: 6329670
• Journal Information: Risk Anal.; (United States), Journal Name: Risk Anal.; (United States) Vol. 6:4; ISSN RIAND
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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