sustainable development

"In articles from experts around the world, this report presents a comprehensive look at current trends in global economics and sustainability, a policy toolbox of clear solutions to some of our most pressing environmental and human challenges, and a path for reforming economic institutions to promote both ecological health and prosperity."--P. [4] of cover.

Authors present differing opinions on whether cities are more sustainable than suburbs, whether green city transportation has drawbacks, and whether green cities must serve people instead of cars.

A collection of articles that examines agricultural innovations which are being used to eradicate hunger and poverty, discussing cropping methods, irrigation technology, agricultural policies, and more.

A collection of articles from over fifty contributors that examines global environmental problems, revealing how human societies must move beyond consumer culture to a new culture of sustainability and how people around the world have already begun this shift.

Examines how religious people and institutions are creating initiatives and programs to help protect the environment and encourage people to rethink how wealth is used in the modern world.

Studies the environmental trends and global problems of overpopulation, over consumption, and political and economic injustice that threatens to create an imbalance around the world.

Describes the concept of sustainability and describes how individuals, communities, and nations are adopting sustainable practices. Discusses land management, food production, mineral resource extraction, power generation, urban areas, and waste disposal.

Profiles two hundred jobs with potential to renew America, with information on responsibilities, education and training requirements, earnings, growth, work environment, and more.

Provides evidence from different branches of science to portray the changes in climate that may be expected, and the effects that those changes will have in the Adirondacks, and includes photographs, maps, and charts.