Download or read book Global Trends Compendium written by Edoardo Monaco and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-02-03 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Compendium was conceived as a “pocket compass”, a practical guide that may help readers to orientate themselves while they explore global affairs and attempt to make sense of the highly interconnected, multidimensional challenges of contemporary human development. The book is intended to be an accessible, concise, yet comprehensive reference for anyone who hopes to better understand today’s world and its dramatic complexity. The aim is to highlight a relevant selection of the demographic, socio-economic, geo-political, and environmental macro-dynamics that define our time, and to explore in a practical way the indicators that can be used to monitor their evolution over time. In general, this project stems from the need to apply “systemic thinking” to the study of the world and to develop a holistic perspective that can bridge the gap that for too long has existed across academic disciplines and their respective focuses. The macro-trends featured in the book shed light, in particular, on the change that has been occurring over time in the vast Global South – a portion of the globe that accounts for over 80% of the world’s total population. The book’s ultimate – although not exclusive – target audience is undoubtedly composed of undergraduate students of subjects such as political science, international affairs, international development, human geography and the like. In addition, the Compendium may benefit professionals in both public and private organisations as well as members of the general public seeking to acquire "global development literacy" in manners that are academically sound, but also accessible and concise.
Download or read book Ten Global Trends Every Smart Person Should Know written by Ronald Bailey and published by Cato Institute. This book was released on 2020-08-31 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “I would say that learning this material ... has lifted some of the existential weight from me. Things aren’t as bad as they are trumpeted to be. In fact, they’re quite a bit better, and they’re getting better, and so we’re doing a better job than we thought. There’s more to us than we thought. We’re adopting our responsibilities as stewards of the planet rapidly. We are moving towards improving everyone’s life." —Jordan B. Peterson, Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life Think the world is getting worse? If so, you’re wrong. The world is, for the most part, actually getting better. But 58 percent of people in 17 countries who were surveyed in 2016 thought that the world was either getting worse or staying the same. Americans were even more glum: 65 percent thought the world was getting worse and only 6 percent thought it was getting better. The uncontroversial data on major global trends in this book will persuade you that this dark view of the state of humanity and the natural world is, in large part, badly mistaken. World population will peak at 8–9 billion before the end of this century, as the global fertility rate continues its fall from 6 children per woman in 1960 to the current rate of 2.4. The global absolute poverty rate has fallen from 42 percent in 1981 to 8.6 percent today. Satellite data show that forest area has been expanding since 1982. Natural resources are becoming ever cheaper and more abundant. Since 1900, the average life expectancy has more than doubled, reaching more than 72 years globally. Of course, major concerns such as climate change, marine plastic pollution, and declining wildlife populations are still with us, but many of these problems are already being ameliorated as a result of the favorable economic, social, and technological trends that are documented in this book. You can’t fix what is wrong in the world if you don’t know what’s actually happening. Ten Global Trends Every Smart Person Should Know will provide busy people with quick-to-read, easily understandable, and entertaining access to surprising facts that they need to know about how the world is really faring.
Download or read book Trends 93 a Compendium of Data on Global Change written by Thomas A. Boden and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 984 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book EPA s 2008 Report on the Environment written by and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: [The report]... provides the American people with an important resource from which they can better understand trends in the condition of the air, water, land, and human health of the United States. This report uses scientifically sound measures, called indicators, to address fundamental questions relevant to the EPA's mission to protect the environment and human health. To accomplish its mission to protect human health and the environment, EPA must pay close attention to trends in the condition of the Nation's environment. This kind of information, which is captured in EPA's 2008 ROE, can help EPA to prioritize its work and to focus on human health and ecological activities that can lead to improvements in the conditions of the Nation's environment.
Download or read book Organizational Management Sustainability in VUCA Contexts written by Perez-Uribe, Rafael and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-03-01 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Organizational Management Sustainability in VUCA Contexts is an insightful and comprehensive book that delves into the complex interplay between sustainability and the challenging landscapes of Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA). With a focus on bridging the gap between present and future generations, this book navigates the intricate web of economic success, social development, environmental health, and societal stability. Drawing upon a blend of theoretical foundations and practical examples, this book aims to unravel the phenomenon of sustainability in VUCA contexts by analyzing both exemplary and detrimental management practices across public and private sectors. Through a series of meticulously crafted chapters, the authors assess, treat, communicate, monitor, review, and discuss the methods, best practices, and requisite conditions for fostering sustainable organizations. Targeting a diverse audience of academics, policy makers, and entrepreneurs, this book serves as an invaluable resource for academic institutions, students specializing in business disciplines, and organizations in both public and private spheres. Moreover, anyone with a vested interest in contemporary business issues, prospective strategies, organizational sustainability, and economies in VUCA situations will find this book an indispensable guide.
Download or read book Non Woven Compendium 2nd Edition written by Fibre2Fashion and published by Fibre2Fashion. This book was released on 2016-09-01 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The nonwovens industry is projected to grow to $50.8 billion by 2020, its global consumption forecast to increase at an annual rate of more than 6 per cent over the next five years. This remarkable growth trend may largely be attributed to the increasing technological advancements and heightened awareness among consumers. With a unique editorial focus on innovation in nonwovens, this second edition of the compendium from Fibre2Fashion features organisations that are making great strides toward building sustainable nonwoven products, through an array of articles and interviews. Acknowledged as a global exemplar in delivering information on nonwovens, this compendium sheds light on ways in which these high-technology fabrics are changing the dynamics of the textiles industry. It provides in-depth analyses of the forces that are accelerating the boom in the global nonwovens market, especially in the Asia-Pacific and Latin American regions. The compendium further scrutinises ongoing market trends, prominent market growth drivers, elements impeding market growth, future growth potential, and the best practices in the global nonwovens market. Serving as the voice of the nonwovens sector, it will be a valuable guide for industrialists and aid them in advancing their industry goals and performance.
Download or read book Greenhouse Economics written by Clive L. Spash and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2002 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examining one of the most crucial issues in the modern world: human induced climate change, this book provides a refreshing interdisciplinary perspective and an up-to-date and informative analysis of the key issues facing society today.
Download or read book The Machinery Compendium 2nd Edition written by Fibre2Fashion and published by Fibre2Fashion. This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Machines constitute an integral part of the textile industry. The global textile machinery market is estimated to grow at a promising rate of 14.5 per cent from 2015 to 2020. This is helping the growth of the world economy, and as economic conditions continue to improve globally the demand for machinery is also increasing. Closer home, the total production value of textile machinery and parts stood at Rs 6,480 crore in 2013-14, according to the Official Indian Textile Statistics 2013-14, released by the Office of the Textile Commissioner. With the objective to foster growth in this sector, Fibre2Fashion.com-the premier business platform for the textile, apparel and fashion industry--had launched the first edition of the 'Machinery Yearbook' in 2012 which was globally well-appreciated. Inspired by its success and demand from the industry, Fibre2Fashion has now come up with the second edition of 'The Machinery Compendium'. This Machinery Compendium serves as a platform that allows wide exposure to machinery manufacturers and their products in the international textile market. It provides an opening to showcase their latest technologies and innovations to worldwide consumers, who can update their technology and application according to the market needs to augment their business. The entire concept is powered by Fibre2Fashion's strength in online and print media. From the health of the industry globally to the India story and what some of the biggest machinery users want, the focus on sustainability and more, this second edition gives a lot to mull over.
Download or read book Trends in Public Opinion written by Richard G. Niemi and published by Greenwood. This book was released on 1989-11-09 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polls are at their best as indicators of public opinion when they allow comparisons over extended periods of time. Yet all too often changes in question working and in questionnare content make over-time comparisons impossible. This work overcomes this difficulty by bringing together for the first time a compendium of results using identically worded questions on a wide range of social, political, and economic topics of importance to the American people. Chapter introductions summarize trends in the various areas surveyed and discuss problems of interpretation. The chapters on political behavior and attitudes present findings on party identification, political tolerance, voting, civil liberties, international affairs, and related issues. Chapters on work, the family, and sexuality cover such topics as job prestige and satisfaction, the role of women, divorce, family size, sex education, abortion, premarital and extramarital sex, homosexuality, and pornography. Other issues addressed include crime and violence, race, death and dying, life style, and general attitudes toward life. Trend analysis based on General Social Surveys conducted regularly by The National Opinion Research Center of the University of Chicago since 1972 is supplemented by data from 25 other sources extending as far back as the 1930s. The questions chosen are meaningful and standardized and have been asked in interviews over a significant period. Survey results are displayed in a highly readable format that facilitates comparisons over time. An appropriate choice for the library reference collection, this book is a valuable research tool and source for scholars in political science, psychology, and sociology, as well as journalists, policy makers, and other professionals concerned with public opinion.
Download or read book Compendium of International Organisations Practices Working Towards More Effective International Instruments written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-13 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From combating COVID-19 and climate change to tackling corruption and tax evasion, international organisations (IOs) play a critical role in helping countries find solutions to common problems. But for IOs to deliver optimal support to countries and their populations, the international instruments they develop need to be inclusive, well understood and have a tangible impact.
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Download or read book Achieving a Sustainable Global Energy System written by Leo Schrattenholzer and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainable development and global climate change have figured prominently in scientific analysis and international policymaking since the early 1990s. This book formulates technology strategies that will lead to environmentally sustainable energy systems
Download or read book The Economics of the Global Environment written by Graciela Chichilnisky and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-05-18 with total page 649 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first book combining research on the Global Environment, Catastrophic Risks and Economic Theory and Policy. Modern economic theory originated in the middle of the twentieth century when industrial expansion coupled with population growth led to a voracious use of natural resources and global environmental concerns. It is uncontested that, for the first time in recorded history, humans dominate the planet, changing the planet's atmosphere, its bodies of water, and the complex web of species that makes life on earth. This radical change in circumstances led to rethinking of the foundations of human organization and, in particular, the industrial economy and the economic theory behind it. This book brings together new approaches on multiple levels: environmental sustainability requires rethinking in terms of economic theory and policy as well as the considerations of catastrophic risk and extremal events. Leading experts address questions of economic governance, risk management, policy decision making and distribution across time and space.
Download or read book Carbon Dioxide Information Analysis Center World Data Center A for Atmospheric Trace Gases written by Carbon Dioxide Information Analysis Center (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
