sustainable development

An introduction to democracy that discusses the origins from the ancient Greeks and Romans through the twenty-first century, and explains how and why democracy thrives, the struggles of women and minorities to gain democratic rights, globalization and other threats, and more.

"This . . . book examines ways to meet the challenges facing Earth's environment--one of the United Nation's sustainable development goals. From tackling ocean pollution to slowing climate change, readers will gain an understanding of how all the UN goals work together, and learn concrete strategies to inspire change. Profiles of youth-led movements and other collaborative efforts to help the environment will empower readers to get involved to restore and protect the health of environments"--Provided by publisher.

"An investigation into the damage wrought by the massive clothing industry-and the grassroots high-tech global movement fighting to reform it What should I wear' It's one of the few questions we ask ourselves every day. More than ever, we are told it should be something new. In this era of fast fashion, the clothing industry produces 80 billion new garments every year and employs every sixth person on Earth"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . book examines ways to reduce the negative impact of economic and urban growth on people and the environment--one of the United Nation's sustainable development goals. From reducing energy use to helping communities become safe and inclusive for all people, readers will gain an understanding of how all the UN goals work together, and learn concrete strategies to inspire change. Profiles of youth-led movements and other collaborative efforts to support responsible growth will empower readers to get involved in the movement to create a sustainable world"--Provided by publisher.

Examines environmentally friendly careers in transportation, describing the roles and responsibilities of people who work to create more fuel efficient and environmentally sound modes of mass transit and transportation.

This is the story of the United States National Park Service, from its creation by Woodrow Wilson in 1916 to its evolution through the decades, including its counterparts around the world and the legal and political challenges it faces today.

"Introduces students and researchers to the fundamentals of sustainability using easy-to-understand language, giving readers a solid start and deeper understanding and appreciation of this complex subject"--Page vii.

A collection of essays that examines various issues regarding the environment and sustainable development and their relationship to one another, discussing climate, water, biodiversity, food, population, energy, transportation, waste, and more.

Argues that the current form of capitalism is broken, leading to rampant inequality, unemployment and environmental destruction, and that it needs to be replaced with a new economic system that uses altruism as a powerful creative force and explains how global companies are getting involved with the new social economy.