Explores innovations in the production of rare earths that would be more sustainable Rare earth elements are used in many modern technologies including electronics, clean energy, defense, aerospace, and automotive.
This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding and implementing sustainable resource development strategies, as it covers the crucial first stage of assessing resource availability and condition, along with the use of modern geospatial technologies such as remote sensing, GIS, and GPS for surveying, mapping, and monitoring various resources for global environmental protection and sustainable development.
A comprehensive survey of exemplary wetlands that highlights their importance for local livelihoods as well as for global biodiversity Covering 12 mountainous regions ranging from medium to high altitudes, Wetlands of Mountainous Regions provides detailed information on the world s most important wetlands and wetland types across Eurasia and the Americas as well as their current and potential biological resources.
India is one of the world's most biodiverse nations — home to Bengal tigers, Asiatic lions, Indian elephants, snow leopards, and one-horned rhinoceroses, spread across ecosystems ranging from Himalayan alpine meadows to tropical rainforests, mangrove deltas, and coral reefs.
'Tom is one of my favourite people to taste wine with' - Oz Clarke'Tom's love of wine is matched by his dedication to sharing down-to-earth insights with accessibility and fun' - Olly SmithFrom grape to glass, this highly readable and charismatic guide will teach you everything you need to know to enjoy wine.
