conservation of natural resources

A collection of essays that offer opposing viewpoints about the Earth's natural resources, debating questions of whether global resources are being depleted, which agricultural and energy policies should be pursued, and how global resources can be protected.

Presents a collection of twenty essays that examines the issues associated with the possible extinction of many species of animal life around the world, and discusses the causes and steps that have been taken to protect wildlife.

"An examination of the endangerment and extinction of certain animals, exploring how wildlife in general affects Earth's biodiversity and balance, as well as how animals contribute to a healthier planet"--Provided by publisher.

The history of the organization Greenpeace and of its action and approach to environmental protection.

Collects essays from researchers and scientists studying evolutionary processes on the Galapagos Islands in which they describe their discoveries, and features six hundred captioned photographs.

Describes the characteristics of polar biomes and what makes them unique, looks at life in these regions, discusses their importance to the health of the planet, examines the damaging effects of pollution, exploitation, tourism, and climate change, and looks at what is being done to preserve these areas for the future.

Consists primarily of individual entries on significant conservation law-related topics.

While exploring the Australian forest and meeting the different animals who live there, Kylie the singing koala discovers that they are in danger of being destroyed by humans and becomes active in saving the forest.