climate change mitigation

"A . . . citizen's guide to the seven urgent changes that will really make a difference for our climate--and how we can hold our governments accountable for putting these plans into action"--Publisher.

"Five . . . unbroken forests remain on Earth: the Taiga, extending from the Pacific Ocean across all of Russia and far-northern Europe; the North American boreal, ranging from Alaska's Bering seacoast to Canada's Atlantic coast; the Amazon, covering almost the entirety of South America's bulge; the Congo, occupying Africa's wet equatorial middle and parts of six nations; and the island forest of New Guinea, twice the size of California. These megaforests are vital to preserving global biodiversity, thousands of cultures, and a stable climate, economist John W. Reid and . . . biologist Thomas E. Lovejoy argue convincingly in [this book]. Megaforests serve an essential role in decarbonizing the atmosphere, and saving them constitutes the fastest, most affordable way to start addressing our planet's most formidable ongoing crisis. [This book] offers practical solutions--from supporting Indigenous forest stewards to planning smarter roads--in a . . . call to action for the planet"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn how to reduce your carbon footprint with this inspiring, accessible, stunningly illustrated book based on Eduardo Garcia's popular New York Times column"--.

"Full of simple, achievable ways to help you reduce your carbon footprint and make environmentally-friendly choices--from tips on creating a more sustainable home to reducing your plastic use and shopping responsibly"--Back cover.

"After speaking to the international public for close to fifteen years about sustainability, climate scientist Dr. Nicholas realised that concerned people were getting the wrong message about the climate crisis. Yes, companies and governments are hugely responsible for the mess we're in. But individuals CAN effect real, significant, and lasting change to solve this problem. Nicholas explores finding purpose in a warming world, combining her scientific expertise and her lived, personal experience in a way that seems fresh and deeply urgent: Agonising over the climate costs of visiting loved ones overseas, how to find low-carbon love on Tinder, and even exploring her complicated family legacy involving supermarket turkeys"--Provided by publisher.

"People are adding carbon to the atmosphere. This causes Earth's temperatures to warm. Scientists are developing fake trees that can capture and store carbon from the air. [This book] looks at the science behind the technology and how it could help improve life on Earth"--Provided by publisher.

Readers learn how our world is being affected and how they can play a role in minimizing the damage.

"Geoengineering is the deliberate manipulation of the environment in an attempt to counteract the harmful effects of human-influenced climate change. It's intended as a solution, but it also can create unintended consequences. When scientists and political leaders can't even agree on the extent of climate change, it can seem hopeless to think they will come together to work on solutions. This enlightening resource offers perspectives from experts in the field today, making clear why this topic attracts such controversy and what can be done in the future to help our planet"--Provided by publisher.

"The Earth is warming rapidly, and some scientists propose geoengineering, or 'engineering Earth,' to combat climate change. Their ideas include thickening clouds with chemicals to reduce sunlight. Is geoengineering too risky? Or is it our best hope of survival? [This book examines those questions and more]"--Provided by publisher.

The 100 most substantive solutions to reverse global warming, based on meticulous research by leading scientists and policymakers around the world.