Contemporary issues series

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.

Addresses United States environmental policy in relation to global concerns, pollution, trade policy and future strategies.

Examines the issue of environmental protection discussing what issues are involved, consequences, the role of alternative energy programs and the role the U.S. can play at a global level.

Explores how educators, parents, and students are creating a new educational movement that prepares students in kindergarten through twelfth grade for the environmental challenges they will witness in the future and describes the strategies that are being used to encourage environmentally friendly practices on campus and across the curriculum.