The emergence of Greenpeace in the late 1960s from a loose-knit group of anti-nuclear and anti-whaling activists fundamentally changed the nature of environmentalism--its purpose, philosophy, and tactics--around the world.
This book introduces the principles of landscape stewardship in relation to sustainability governance, applying them to a broad range of land-use systems.
Das Klimaproblem ist im Kern entwaffnend einfach – wenn man es sich denn eingestünde: Wärmer wird es vor allem deshalb, weil die Menschheit Öl, Gas und Kohle verbrennt.
A primatologist''s guide to using geographic information systems (GIS); from mapping and field accuracy, to tracking travel routes and the impact of logging.
In the first ever theoretical treatment of the environmental justice movement, David Schlosberg demonstrates the development of a new form of `critical' pluralism, in both theory and practice.
A comprehensive summary of species distribution modeling methods integrating ecological and statistical models with spatial data, and a framework for implementation.
This book reveals how concerns about nuclear reactors made ordinary people into environmentalists and promoted democratic engagement in West Germany during the 1970s.
Provides insight into how diverse societies observe and respond to changing environments, for those interested in climate science, policy and adaptation.
Provides an overview of Native American philosophies, practices, and case studies and demonstrates how Traditional Ecological Knowledge provides insights into the sustainability movement.
An Engaging Compilation of Perspectives on Climate Activism The impassioned essays, noteworthy profiles and first-person narratives in this anthology champion grassroots and global environmental movements that have persuaded policymakers and mobilized communities to take note of the worsening state of the natural order.
The relationship between economic growth and the environment is at the forefront of public attention and poses serious challenges for policymakers around the world.
Despite sporadic news coverage of extreme weather events, high-level climate change diplomacy, special UN days of celebration, and popular media references to impending ecological collapse, most students are not exposed to the detailed presentation and analysis of the international relations and diplomacy of environmental policy-making.
Grand Winner of the 2014 Nautilus Book AwardsThoughtful observers agree that the planetary crisis we now face-climate change; species extinction; the destruction of entire ecosystems; the urgent need for a more just economic-political order-is pushing human civilization to a radical turning point: change or perish.
*Northeast Organic Farmers Lifetime Achievement Award: Jack Kittredge and Julie RawsonIn this heartfelt and unflinching memoir, two activists recount the nearly half century they've spent questioning authority while raising a family, building a self-reliant community, starting an organic farm, leading a farming organization, and experiencing the struggles and joys of living a purposeful life.
Urban agriculture offers promising solutions to many different urban problems, such as blighted vacant lots, food insecurity, storm water runoff, and unemployment.
Mercedes-AMG-Petronas-Formel-1-Team lautet seit der Saison 2010 der offizielle Name des Werksteams des deutschen Automobilkonzerns Daimler AG in der Formel 1.
Greenpeace International wird 50: ein bewegender Blick auf Aktionen, Menschen und ErfolgeZu Wasser, zu Lande oder aus der Luft – es sind die spektakulären und nicht selten gefährlichen Einsätze, die Greenpeace weltberühmt und so erfolgreich machen.
WINNER OF THE MILES FRANKLIN AWARD 2020An exquisitely written, heartbreaking and hopeful novel of culture, language, tradition, suffering and empowerment 'A groundbreaking novel for black and white Australia' Richard Flanagan, Man Booker Prize winning author of The Narrow Road to the Deep NorthKnowing that he will soon die, Albert "e;Poppy"e; Gondiwindi has one final task he must fulfill.
This book introduces the principles of landscape stewardship in relation to sustainability governance, applying them to a broad range of land-use systems.
This book examines how litigation over climate change shapes the choices of governments, corporations and the public regarding mitigation and adaptation.
WINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR CONSERVATION 2023The Sunday Times Science Book of the YearAs seen on Countryfile'If anyone was born to save Britain's rainforests, it was Guy Shrubsole' Sunday TimesShortlisted for the Richard Jefferies Society Literary PrizeTemperate rainforest may once have covered up to one-fifth of Britain, inspiring Celtic druids, Welsh wizards, Romantic poets, and Arthur Conan Doyle's most loved creations.