Sustaining Our Environment For Better Future
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A Better Planet
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Author : Daniel C. Esty
language : en
Publisher: Yale University Press
Release Date : 2019-10-22
A Better Planet written by Daniel C. Esty and has been published by Yale University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-22 with Nature categories.
A practical, bipartisan call to action from the world’s leading thinkers on the environment and sustainability Sustainability has emerged as a global priority over the past several years. The 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change and the adoption of the seventeen Sustainable Development Goals through the United Nations have highlighted the need to address critical challenges such as the buildup of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, water shortages, and air pollution. But in the United States, partisan divides, regional disputes, and deep disagreements over core principles have made it nearly impossible to chart a course toward a sustainable future. This timely new book, edited by celebrated scholar Daniel C. Esty, offers fresh thinking and forward-looking solutions from environmental thought leaders across the political spectrum. The book’s forty essays cover such subjects as ecology, environmental justice, Big Data, public health, and climate change, all with an emphasis on sustainability. The book focuses on moving toward sustainability through actionable, bipartisan approaches based on rigorous analytical research.
The Environment Towards A Sustainable Future
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Author : Dutch Committee for Long-Term Environmental Policy
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2012-12-06
The Environment Towards A Sustainable Future written by Dutch Committee for Long-Term Environmental Policy and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-06 with Business & Economics categories.
A sustainable future: a world in which sustainable development is possible and guaranteed? In this book, the Dutch Committee for Long-Term Environmental Policy, an expert advisory board to the Dutch Minister of Housing, Physical Planning and Environment, shows possible ways in which society can move towards a sustainable future. The book goes in search of a new social order, an order in which sustainability is guaranteed. This search holds four main elements: signs of hope: which positive initiatives and developments exist which will lead to a sustainable future? transformations: which transformations are needed to reach a sustainable future? philosophical and methodological reflections: can one predict the future? institutions: what are the necessary changes in the basic institutions of society to reach a sustainable future? The committee has invited well-known experts from different disciplinary backgrounds to check the existing social order from a point of sustainability and to give recommendations for a sustainable future. The central conclusion is that we are in need of an evolving green strategy aimed at sustainability. The contours of this strategy are described and a large set of recommendations to reach a sustainable future are given. As the committee states: `There is no certainty and no statistical probability for a sustainable future, but there is at least a chance.'
Sustaining Our Environment For Better Future
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Author : Abdelnaser Omran
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2019-08-05
Sustaining Our Environment For Better Future written by Abdelnaser Omran and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-05 with Science categories.
This book covers a variety of topics regarding environmental practices in our day-to-day lives, as well as topics concerning sustainable development as a broader concept embracing ecological, social, and economic aspects to improve the quality of life for people around the world. Starting with the traditional controversy between the neoclassical economy and sustainable economy, which may be overcome by scientific progress due to more intensive scientific studies of the sustainability paradigm, the book proceeds to discuss various problems and challenges regarding environmental protection and sustainable development in different countries and on different continents. This includes analyses of recent, sometimes fatal mining disasters in South and North America, challenges and opportunities for rural development in Africa and Australia, an exploration of the role of women for sustainable development in Palestine, water safety and water security issues in Asia and Australia, the environmental exploitation of popular tourism destinations like Acapulco, and deforestation in Malaysia, suggesting innovative approaches to turn challenges into opportunities to effectively tackle these problems. Other topics addressed involve sustainable energy creation for future generations, a research survey among Romanian students on sustainable consumption behavior, validity testing for a heat transfer model in a greenhouse, and a case study on sustainability risk management practices at Malaysia’s environmentally sensitive companies. The book closes with an examination of highly digitalized Smart Cities as a potentially valuable complement to conventional urban and rural lifestyles in connection with achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Ensuring A Sustainable Future
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Author : Jody Heymann
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2013-11
Ensuring A Sustainable Future written by Jody Heymann and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-11 with Business & Economics categories.
This edited volume outlines the most innovative programs to address environmental challenges and improve the welfare of poor and marginalized populations.
Our Common Future
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Author : World Commission on Environment and Development
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1987
Our Common Future written by World Commission on Environment and Development and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1987 with Conservation of natural resources categories.
Defining Sustainable Development For Our Common Future
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Author : Iris Borowy
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2013-12-04
Defining Sustainable Development For Our Common Future written by Iris Borowy and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-12-04 with Political Science categories.
The UN World Commission on Environment and Development, chaired by former Norwegian Prime Minister Gro Harlem Brundtland, alerted the world to the urgency of making progress toward economic development that could be sustained without depleting natural resources or harming the environment. Written by an international group of politicians, civil servants and experts on the environment and development, the Brundtland Report changed sustainable development from a physical notion to one based on social, economic and environmental issues. This book positions the Brundtland Commission as a key event within a longer series of international reactions to pressing problems of global poverty and environmental degradation. It shows that its report, "Our Common Future", published in 1987, covered much more than its definition of sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs" for which it became best known. It also addressed a long list of issues which remain unresolved today. The book explores how the work of the Commission juggled contradictory expectations and world views, which existed within the Commission and beyond, and drew on the concept of sustainable development as a way to reconcile profound differences. The result was both an immense success and disappointment. Coining an irresistibly simple definition enabled the Brundtland Commission to place sustainability firmly on the international agenda. This definition gained acceptability for a potentially divisive concept, but it also diverted attention from underlying demands for fundamental political and social changes. Meanwhile, the central message of the Commission – the need to make inconvenient sustainability considerations a part of global politics as much as of everyday life – has been side-lined. The book thus assesses to what extent the Brundtland Commission represented an immense step forward or a missed opportunity.
Social Sustainability Past And Future
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Author : Sander van der Leeuw
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2020-02-13
Social Sustainability Past And Future written by Sander van der Leeuw and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-02-13 with Business & Economics categories.
A novel, integrated approach to understanding long-term human history, viewing it as the long-term evolution of human information-processing. This title is also available as Open Access.
Sustaining Our Legacy Protecting Our Environment For Future Generations
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Author : Pasquale De Marco
language : en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date :
Sustaining Our Legacy Protecting Our Environment For Future Generations written by Pasquale De Marco and has been published by Pasquale De Marco this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Science categories.
In a world facing unprecedented environmental challenges, Sustaining Our Legacy: Protecting Our Environment for Future Generations emerges as a clarion call to action, a comprehensive guide to understanding and addressing the intricate relationship between environmental degradation and social justice. This book delves into the heart of environmental injustice, exposing the systemic and institutional factors that perpetuate the disproportionate impact of pollution and environmental hazards on marginalized communities. It unveils the harsh realities of environmental racism, shedding light on the policies, practices, and industries that contribute to this disparity. Beyond diagnosis, Sustaining Our Legacy offers a beacon of hope, showcasing inspiring examples of communities taking action, demanding environmental justice, and advocating for a healthier planet. These stories of resilience and activism serve as a testament to the power of collective action and the unwavering spirit of those fighting for a better tomorrow. With alarming clarity, this book explores the environmental challenges we face, from climate change and air pollution to water scarcity and waste management. Each chapter delves into a specific aspect of environmental degradation, providing a deep understanding of the causes, consequences, and potential solutions. Sustaining Our Legacy is not just a collection of facts and figures; it's a call to conscience, a plea for empathy and compassion. It implores readers to recognize the interconnectedness of all living beings and the delicate balance of our ecosystems. It urges us to become responsible stewards of our planet, to make choices that prioritize the well-being of both humanity and the natural world. As you journey through this book, you will discover the power of individual and collective action, the importance of advocacy and activism, and the unwavering hope that a sustainable future is still within our grasp. Sustaining Our Legacy is an essential read for anyone concerned about the future of our planet and the legacy we leave for generations to come. If you like this book, write a review!
Sustainable Planet
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Author : Barbara J. McNicol
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2021-04-26
Sustainable Planet written by Barbara J. McNicol and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-04-26 with Social Science categories.
Sustainable Planet is a two-volume resource that provides comprehensive coverage on the world's most pressing environmental issues, their impact in countries around the world, and how—or if—they are being addressed. Sustainable Planet: Issues and Solutions for Our Environment's Future examines contemporary challenges to sustainability, including population, climate change, decreasing biodiversity, land degradation, and water quality. Each chapter analyzes one of these challenges by first providing an introduction to the topic as well as key concepts to provide readers with a basic understanding of the issue. Essays deepen comprehension by investigating different aspects of the challenge. Case studies written by experts in the field follow. Each case study considers how a specific country is affected by the particular issue as well as the measures the country is taking to find solutions that will provide for a more sustainable future. The final chapter of the book explores sustainability at a global level by examining, through annotated primary documents, a number of multinational initiatives and alliances intended to create a more sustainable planet.
Sustaining The Commitment To Our Coastal Environment
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
Sustaining The Commitment To Our Coastal Environment written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Coastal zone management categories.