Bibliograph

The science of our changing planet, from global warming to sustainable development, Tony Juniper

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The science of our changing planet, from global warming to sustainable development, Tony Juniper

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The science of our changing planet

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1237807715

Responsibility statement

Tony Juniper

Sub title

from global warming to sustainable development

Summary

Understand the science that explains what pressure Earth is under, and how to take action. This book takes a look at just how we've changed the planet and what we can do to soften our impact. Explores how we can live more sustainably, and offers positive ideas on how we can alleviate past and present damage to the Earth. Includes wide-ranging coverage of problems affecting the planet, from global warming to pollution and food shortage; graphics that interpret and visualize the data; positive messages and plans for creating a better world, discussing the rise of clean/green technology. Discover the science behind climate change, overpopulation, overconsumption, pandemics and other factors that threaten life on Earth. Topics covered include problems like rising sea levels, shrinking Arctic ice sheets, plastic pollution, coastal flooding and threats to marine life

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