Download or read book Understanding Our Fragile Environment written by Larry P. Gough and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Understanding Our Fragile Environment written by Geological Survey (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Understanding Our Fragile Environment written by Larry P. Gough and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Fragile Environment written by L. E. Friday and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1991-05-09 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Fragile Environment explores the impact of the human species on its environment.
Download or read book Understanding Our Fragile Environment written by Sigrid Asher-Bolinder and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Understanding Our Fragile Environment written by Carole A. Bales and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Our Fragile Moment written by Michael E. Mann and published by PublicAffairs. This book was released on 2023-09-26 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this sweeping work of science and history, the renowned climate scientist and author of The New Climate War shows us the conditions on Earth that allowed humans not only to exist but thrive, and how they are imperiled if we veer off course. For the vast majority of its 4.54 billion years, Earth has proven it can manage just fine without human beings. Then came the first proto-humans, who emerged just a little more than 2 million years ago—a fleeting moment in geological time. What is it that made this benevolent moment of ours possible? Ironically, it’s the very same thing that now threatens us—climate change. The drying of the tropics during the Pleistocene period created a niche for early hominids, who could hunt prey as forests gave way to savannahs in the African tropics. The sudden cooling episode known as the “Younger Dryas” 13,000 years ago, which occurred just as Earth was thawing out of the last Ice Age, spurred the development of agriculture in the fertile crescent. The “Little Ice Age” cooling of the 16th-19th centuries led to famines and pestilence for much of Europe, yet it was a boon for the Dutch, who were able to take advantage of stronger winds to shorten their ocean voyages. The conditions that allowed humans to live on this earth are fragile, incredibly so. Climate variability has at times created new niches that humans or their ancestors could potentially exploit, and challenges that at times have spurred innovation. But there’s a relatively narrow envelope of climate variability within which human civilization remains viable. And our survival depends on conditions remaining within that range. In this book, renowned climate scientist Michael Mann will arm readers with the knowledge necessary to appreciate the gravity of the unfolding climate crisis, while emboldening them—and others--to act before it truly does become too late.
Download or read book Understanding Our Fragile Environment written by Carole A. Bales and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Fragile Earth written by David Remnick and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 567 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A New York Times New & Noteworthy Book One of the Daily Beast’s 5 Essential Books to Read Before the Election A collection of the New Yorker’s groundbreaking reporting from the front lines of climate change—including writing from Bill McKibben, Elizabeth Kolbert, Ian Frazier, Kathryn Schulz, and more Just one year after climatologist James Hansen first came before a Senate committee and testified that the Earth was now warmer than it had ever been in recorded history, thanks to humankind’s heedless consumption of fossil fuels, New Yorker writer Bill McKibben published a deeply reported and considered piece on climate change and what it could mean for the planet. At the time, the piece was to some speculative to the point of alarmist; read now, McKibben’s work is heroically prescient. Since then, the New Yorker has devoted enormous attention to climate change, describing the causes of the crisis, the political and ecological conditions we now find ourselves in, and the scenarios and solutions we face. The Fragile Earth tells the story of climate change—its past, present, and future—taking readers from Greenland to the Great Plains, and into both laboratories and rain forests. It features some of the best writing on global warming from the last three decades, including Bill McKibben’s seminal essay “The End of Nature,” the first piece to popularize both the science and politics of climate change for a general audience, and the Pulitzer Prize–winning work of Elizabeth Kolbert, as well as Kathryn Schulz, Dexter Filkins, Jonathan Franzen, Ian Frazier, Eric Klinenberg, and others. The result, in its range, depth, and passion, promises to bring light, and sometimes heat, to the great emergency of our age.
Download or read book The Fragile Balance written by Kenneth Caraballo-Gonzalez and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-05-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "The Fragile Balance," readers will be taken on a journey to explore the complexities of our planet's delicate balance and how it is being affected by human activities. The book will delve into various fields of Earth and Environmental Science, including geology, meteorology, oceanography, and ecology. The book will start with an introduction to Earth's history and how it has shaped the planet's geology, climate, and ecosystems. The readers will learn about the Earth's natural systems and how they interact to create a balance that sustains life on our planet. Next, the book will explore how humans have impacted the Earth's environment, including topics like climate change, pollution, deforestation, and overfishing. The readers will learn about the science behind these issues, their causes and consequences, and the potential solutions to address them. The book will also cover how humans can work towards creating a sustainable future, highlighting technologies and strategies that can help us reduce our impact on the environment. It will include sections on renewable energy, green technology, sustainable agriculture, and conservation efforts. Throughout the book, readers will encounter real-world examples and case studies that illustrate the concepts discussed. There will also be interviews with scientists and experts in the field, providing their perspectives and insights on the current state of the Earth's environment and what can be done to protect it. "The Fragile Balance" aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of Earth and Environmental Science and how it relates to our everyday lives. The book will inspire readers to take action and make changes in their own lives to protect the environment and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
Download or read book Oceans A Very Short Introduction written by Dorrik Stow and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017-07-20 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The importance of the oceans to life on Earth cannot be overstated. Liquid water covers more than 70% of our planet's surface and, in past geological time, has spread over 85%. Life on Earth began in the oceans over 3.5 billion years ago and remained there for the great majority of that time. Today the seas still provide 99% of habitable living space, the largest repository of biomass, and holds the greatest number of undiscovered species on the planet. Our oceans are vital for the regulation of climate, and with global warming and decreasing land area, they have become increasingly important as the source of food, energy in the form of oil and gas, and for their mineral wealth. Oceans also form a key part of the biogeochemical cycles of carbon, nitrogen, and other elements critical to life. Nutrients in upwelling areas are spread by ocean currents, and the plankton of the seas supports a wealth of wildlife. In this Very Short Introduction Dorrik Stow analyses these most important components of our blue planet and considers their relationship with, and exploitation by, humans. He shows how the oceans are an essential resource to our overpopulated world, and discusses why exploration and greater scientific understanding of the oceans, their chemistry, and their mineral wealth are now a high priority. Stow also explores what we know of how oceans originate, and evolve and change; the shape of the seafloor and nature of its cover; the physical processes that stir the waters and mix such a rich chemical broth; and the inseparable link between oceans and climate. As polar ice melts and sea-levels rise, countless millions who have made their homes on low-lying lands close to the sea are threatened. As scientific exploration of the seas gathers pace, the new knowledge gained of the ocean-Earth systems and their interaction with the human environment is vital to our understanding of how we can preserve these ultimately fragile environments. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Download or read book Fragile Species written by Lewis Thomas and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1996-11 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author's insights about a variety of natural phenomena contribute to our understanding of some of the great medical puzzles of the era. -- Back cover.
Download or read book Climate written by Dana Desonie and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the issue of global warming and what we can do to prevent its rise. This book addresses how people must use energy more efficiently, develop alternative energy sources, and lower emissions technologies.
Download or read book The Fragile Balance written by Kenneth Caraballo and published by . This book was released on 2023-05-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "The Fragile Balance," readers will be taken on a journey to explore the complexities of our planet's delicate balance and how it is being affected by human activities. The book will delve into various fields of Earth and Environmental Science, including geology, meteorology, oceanography, and ecology. The book will start with an introduction to Earth's history and how it has shaped the planet's geology, climate, and ecosystems. The readers will learn about the Earth's natural systems and how they interact to create a balance that sustains life on our planet. Next, the book will explore how humans have impacted the Earth's environment, including topics like climate change, pollution, deforestation, and overfishing. The readers will learn about the science behind these issues, their causes and consequences, and the potential solutions to address them. The book will also cover how humans can work towards creating a sustainable future, highlighting technologies and strategies that can help us reduce our impact on the environment. It will include sections on renewable energy, green technology, sustainable agriculture, and conservation efforts. Throughout the book, readers will encounter real-world examples and case studies that illustrate the concepts discussed. There will also be interviews with scientists and experts in the field, providing their perspectives and insights on the current state of the Earth's environment and what can be done to protect it. "The Fragile Balance" aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of Earth and Environmental Science and how it relates to our everyday lives. The book will inspire readers to take action and make changes in their own lives to protect the environment and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
Download or read book The Fragile Earth Understanding and Preserving Our Planet written by Naima Joshi and published by . This book was released on 2024-01-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Fragile Earth: Understanding and Preserving Our Planet" delves deeply into the complex network that links humans to the fragile ecological equilibrium. Joshi guides readers through the complexity of Earth's ecosystems in this illuminating book, providing a thorough comprehension of the interdependence of all species. Joshi explores the pressing global challenges of our day, utilizing her knowledge of environmental science, such as pollution, climate change, deforestation, and biodiversity loss. Her superb use of scientific information and real-world examples allows her to deftly navigate these hurdles, giving readers an accessible and easy-to-understand picture of our environment's current status. What makes "The Fragile Earth" special is Joshi's steadfast resolve to do more than just bring attention to the issue; she wants readers to take action. Reading this book will do double duty: it will teach readers to be better environmental stewards while simultaneously increasing their admiration for the natural beauties around us. This book is a must-have for anyone who wants to learn about, love, and do their part to keep our beautiful planet safe, thanks to Joshi's articulate writing and obvious enthusiasm for the subject.
Download or read book This Fragile Planet written by The Xivth Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-19 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ethical approach to dealing with the urgent issues of climate change and taking care of our delicate ecosystems. This Fragile Planet features 80 inspiring quotations from His Holiness the Dalai Lama on environment, matched with 120 eye-catching photos and visuals from a dozen professional photographers - all carefully curated and edited by Tibet expert Michael Buckley. The book lays out the vision of His Holiness concerning secular ethics and environmental protection, great respect for all living beings, the importance of interdependence, and the concept of universal responsibility for protecting Mother Earth. Material in the book is as current as Earth Day 2021. The Dalai Lama's 1989 Nobel Peace Prize was the first ever awarded on the basis of environmental protection. Over the decades since, His Holiness has worked tirelessly as an environmental activist, making this one of his key commitments in life. He is a staunch advocate of the value of education of the heart - the need for compassion and ethics, inspiring the coming generations - and has worked closely with educators to realise this vision.
