Environmental Sustainability

In this urgent, authoritative book, Bill Gates sets out a wide-ranging, practical--and accessible--plan for how the world can get to zero greenhouse gas emissions in time to avoid a climate catastrophe. Bill Gates has spent a decade investigating the causes and effects of climate change. With...

While politicians, entrepreneurs, and even school children could tell you that sustainability is an important and nearly universal value, many of them, and many of us, may struggle to define the term, let alone trace its history. What is sustainability? Is it always about the environment? What science do we need to fully grasp what it requires? What does sustainability mean for business? How can governments plan for a sustainable future? 

Sustainability of the environment contains both wishful thinking and ignorance – ignorance of the reality that natural systems are complex and unfathomable by scientists, and that repetition of their outputs depend on repetition of initial and all subsequent conditions. Scientific insights provide knowledge, but it is partial in most cases, and when applied is often subject to conflicting objectives, which in turn produce conditions that affect outcomes ‑ thus our best efforts to predict natural outcomes are usually flawed. We further display our ignorance in seeking social ...

Unlock Your Path to a 5 in AP Human Geography! Are you tired of wasting time on verbose resources and want clear and practical explanations? Do you need a study partner that fits into your busy schedule, helping you grasp complex concepts in just 15 minutes? Thinking Geographically: Everyday Skills to Navigate a Complex World is your ideal companion to transform those daily bus rides into powerful study sessions and ace your AP exams. Overcome Your Academic Hurdles with Ease We understand the challenge of juggling school, Model UN, and tutoring sessions while preparing for your AP exams. ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Most people assume that the world has been explored and true adventure is dead: This book is one man’s rebuttal. Explorer and conservationist Paul Rosolie shares his incredible life in the Amazon rainforest—and what we can learn from the people fighting to...

Introduction: In today's rapidly evolving business environment, managing environmental risks effectively is not just an option—it's a necessity. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for organizations aiming to understand and implement ISO 14001:2015, the international standard for environmental management systems. The guide provides a thorough understanding of environmental risk assessments, risk registers, root cause analysis, and the continuous improvement process that businesses need to integrate into their operations. Through step-by-step explanations and actionable tools, this ...

Transform climate policy confusion into actionable environmental justice with this empowering, plain-language legal guide. Whether you are commuting to a green job or organizing local community action, this audio handbook demystifies the complex web of regulations protecting our planet. Learn to...

Written and read by award-winning sustainability expert Ashlee Piper comes this witty, no-nonsense guide to regaining control over your time, consumerist impulses, and financial and mental wellness. For nearly two years, Ashlee Piper challenged herself to buy nothing new. And in the process, she...

In the tradition of Silent Spring and The Sixth Extinction, an urgent, “disturbing, empowering, and essential” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) book about the ways in which chemicals in the modern environment are changing—and endangering—human sexuality and fertility on the grandest...

A NEW YORKER BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR A sweeping and captivatingly told history of clothing and the stuff it is made of—an unparalleled deep-dive into how everyday garments have transformed our lives, our societies, and our planet. “We learn that, if we were a bit more curious about our...

A renowned Harvard professor debunks prevailing orthodoxy with a new intellectual foundation and a practical pathway forward for a system that has lost its moral and ethical foundation. Free market capitalism is one of humanity's greatest inventions and the greatest source of prosperity the...

The definitive story of the California redwoods, their discovery and their exploitation, as told by an activist who fought to protect their existence against those determined to cut them down. Every year millions of tourists from around the world visit California’s famous redwoods. Yet few who...

Understanding Climate, Ecosystems, and Planetary Balance. Ecology and Earth Systems take you on a clear and insightful journey into how our planet truly works as an interconnected system. From climate patterns to carbon and water cycles, from oceans and forests to soil, deserts, and polar regions, this book explains the essential processes that sustain life on Earth. Written in simple, accessible language, this book helps readers understand complex environmental concepts without confusion. It shows how the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere interact to maintain Earth’s ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER What if the challenge for humanity’s future is not too many people on a crowded planet, but too few people to sustain the progress that the world needs? Most people on Earth today live in a country where birth rates already are too low to stabilize the population: fewer...

A bold new conception of the republic for a planet in crisis Republicanism is arguably the most powerful political idea in history, an extraordinary feat of human imagination that balances individual liberty with collective responsibility. The Environmental Republic reclaims this idea as the...

Environmental Thought and Ecological Philosophy: Deep Explorations of Humanity’s Relationship with Nature BOOK 2: The Web of Life: Ecological Thinking, Systems Theory, and the Interconnected Nature of Reality explores one of the most important intellectual shifts of the modern age: the movement from seeing the world as a collection of isolated parts to understanding it as a dynamic web of relationships. Drawing on ecology, systems theory, and environmental philosophy, this book reveals how life, society, and the natural world are shaped by interdependence, feedback, and complexity. Rather...

Embark on a transformative journey with Audit for Sustainability, where you unlock the keys to mastering the complexities of modern-day auditing. Feel empowered to drive change and enhance your corporate value through the intricate layers of ESG practices, steering your business toward an ever-green future. Venture beyond traditional frameworks and step into the forefront of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) auditing. Discover a world where your strategies influence not only business results but propel global sustainability efforts. This essential guide introduces innovative ...

In the intricate and ever-evolving world of agriculture, a complex network of professionals works tirelessly to ensure that the food on our plates and the fibres in our clothes are produced, processed, and delivered efficiently. Commodity Professionals - The People Behind the Trade takes you on an enlightening journey through the thirty-plus vital professions that underpin the agricultural supply chain. This book delves into the diverse roles that keep the supply chain operating. Each chapter offers an in-depth profile of a profession, highlighting the skills, challenges, and rewards ...

This program is read by the author A prize-winning journalist upends our centuries-long assumptions about migration through science, history, and reporting--predicting its lifesaving power in the face of climate change. The news today is full of stories of dislocated people on the move. Wild...

For fans of Thomas Piketty, David Graeber, and Jared Diamond: A bold, provocative, wide-ranging argument about the human idea of progress that offers a new vision of our future This program is read by the author. Progress is power. Narratives of progress, the stories we tell about whether a...