Former vice-president Al Gore theorizes that making bolder choices regarding the environment in the twenty-first century will create more jobs, stimulate the economy, and inspire a new generation of potential world leaders.
the sequel : the race to reinvent energy and stop global warming
Krupp, Fred
2008
Shares the stories of innovators and investors who are addressing the problem of global warming through unique sources and uses of energy, and discusses the need for political leaders in America to support these pioneers.
Discusses whether global warming is indeed a threat, pointing out weaknesses in scientific evidence, and examines the possible effects of proposed carbon taxes and other governmental controls.
Offers scientific explanations for questions commonly asked about climate change, discussing the causes and consequences, and examining what can be done to combat the negative effects of climate change.
Examines the phenomenon of global warming, discussing the greenhouse effect in its positive, life-giving configuration, and again as this mechanism is knocked out of balance by increased levels of carbon gases.