We are now entering the third decade of the 21st Century, and, especially in the last few years, the achievements made by researchers have been exceptional, leading to major advancements in the fast-growing field of environmental economics. Frontiers has organized a series of Research Topics to highlight the latest advancements in research across the field of environmental economics, with articles from the Associate Members of our accomplished Editorial Boards. This editorial initiative of particular relevance, led by Dr. Elena G. Popkova and Dr. Xunpeng Shi, Specialty Chief Editors of Economi...