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Perhaps the first environmental engineer at Hanford, Melvin R. Adams spent 24 years on its 586 square miles of desert terrain. His thoughtful vignettes recall challenges and sites he worked on or found personally intriguing - like the 216-U-pond, contaminated with plutonium longer than any other place in the world.

Steered by Tom Szaky, recycling pioneer, eco-capitalist, and founder and CEO of TerraCycle, this audiobook explores current issues of production and consumption, practical steps for improving packaging and reducing waste today, and big ideas and concepts that can be carried forward. Intended to help every business from a small start-up to a large established consumer product company, this audiobook serves as a source of knowledge and inspiration. The message from these pioneers is not to scale back, but to innovate upward.

The demand for clean water is growing every year. Water bills are going through the roof, and because you can’t live without it, it seems like there’s nothing you can do. Of course, impure water is better than nothing, but you know that there must be a better way. If these are the same concerns you have, you’re in the right place! The truth is, you’ve been tricked into thinking the only way to quench your thirst is to turn on the tap or buy a bottle of water.

As featured on CNN’s Amanpour & Company and BBC Radio 4’s Start the Week with Andrew Marr One of the Financial Times’ best books of 2021 In this compelling journey through twenty-six countries, Simon Mundy traces how the struggle to respond to the climate crisis is rapidly reshaping the...

Finalist for the 2022 NASW Science in Society Journalism Award Longlisted for the 2022 AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books From an award-winning science journalist, a “deeply researched, entertaining, and impassioned exploration of sanitation” (Nature) and the future of...

Conquer the FE Environmental Exam: A Basic Guide to the Fundamentals of Engineering Environmental Discipline offers a straightforward approach to help candidates prepare for the FE Environmental Exam. Designed for individuals seeking a basic understanding of environmental engineering concepts, this guide covers essential topics such as water resources engineering, air pollution control, wastewater treatment, soil mechanics, and sustainability practices. Each chapter provides clear explanations and practical examples, making complex topics accessible to those at the early stages of their ...

Economists insist that recovery is at hand, yet unemployment remains high, real estate values continue to sink, and governments stagger under record deficits. The End of Growth proposes a startling diagnosis: humanity has reached a fundamental turning point in its economic history. The expansionary trajectory of industrial civilization is colliding with non-negotiable natural limits.

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO RESILIENCE IN AN UNCERTAIN WORLD – YOUR ESSENTIAL PREPPER'S SURVIVAL BIBLE Updated With All The Latest Prepping Strategies for 2025! 10 FREE BONUSES With Your Purchase. These Are Extremely Detailed & Valuable Bonuses That Are Easily Worth The Price Of The Book Alone (See Details Below)! ✅ Are you ready to take control of your safety, no matter what life throws at you? ✅ Want to build self-sufficiency and resilience that ensures comfort and security for you and your family? If you answered YES, you are in the right place! Written by experienced prepper David ...

Conquer the Septic System Certification Exam: Your Guide to Mastering the Basics of Septic System Installation and Maintenance is a concise and practical resource for individuals preparing for septic system certification. This guide is designed to provide a high-level understanding of key concepts, including septic system design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Topics covered include system components, site evaluations, soil considerations, and an introduction to essential health and safety practices. While not intended as a technical manual or step-by-step guide for ...

Conquer the Wind Turbine Technician Exam: Your Guide to a Career in Maintaining and Repairing Wind Turbines is an essential resource for anyone aspiring to become a certified wind turbine technician. This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of wind turbine technology, including mechanical systems, electrical systems, and troubleshooting procedures. Readers will learn about the fundamentals of wind energy, the role of nacelles, blades, gearboxes, and electrical components. Detailed chapters explore the hydraulic systems, safety practices, and tools required for maintaining and repairing ...

Building a Resilient Tomorrow does not dwell on overhyped descriptions of apocalyptic climate scenarios, nor does it travel down well-trodden paths surrounding the politics of reducing carbon emissions. Instead, it starts with two central facts: Climate impacts will continue to occur, and we can make changes now to mitigate their effects.

Save Your Life with the Elixir of WaterWater ... nothing alive is going far without it. Earth is approximately 70 percent covered in water, and we are 70 percent water. Every little molecule and cell is dependent upon this Wondrous Elixir of Life. We can survive days without food, but four days without water can be fatal. Water has numerous duties, including: • nutrient transport system • electrical message system • energy combustion system • waste disposal system • chemical conduit • lubricant • solvent • dilutor • dilator • coolant • heat bank “Water is the driving...

Empire of Water explores the history of New York City’s water system - from the late 19th century to the early 21st century - focusing on the geographical, environmental, and political repercussions of the city’s search for more water. By tracing the evolution of the city’s water conservation efforts and watershed management regime, Soll reveals the tremendous shifts in environmental practices and consciousness that occurred during the 20th century.

What can we really do about the climate emergency? The inconvenient truth is that we are causing the climate crisis with our carbon intensive lifestyles and that fixing – or even just slowing – it will affect all of us. But it can be done. In Net Zero the economist Professor Dieter Helm...

My book is about plastic pollution and what we have to do to reduce it and protect our health.

This comprehensively researched book reveals the truth behind climate change and the role internal combustion engines and Big Oil had in affecting it. It also exposes the myths around electric vehicles, their viability, their effect on our environment, and their potential in averting climate disaster. Whether you are skeptical about man-made climate change and are a dedicated petrolhead, or are a card-carrying environmentalist and already drive an EV, this book will open your eyes and your mind.

Conquer the Water Well Exam: Your Guide to a Career as a Water Well System Provider is a straightforward and focused study guide for anyone preparing to take a basic water well certification exam. This book simplifies key topics like well construction, groundwater basics, pumps, and system maintenance so that new entrants to the field can quickly build a foundation. Chapters cover the essential information commonly found on entry-level exams, with short explanations and practical tips to reinforce learning. The guide also touches on safety, basic rules and regulations, and how to approach ...

Conquer the REHS/RS Exam: Your Guide to a Career as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian is designed for practical, focused exam prep. This study guide helps you review essential topics like food safety, water quality, air and waste management, vector control, housing, and emergency response—along with key environmental health regulations. Clear explanations aim to simplify complex material without unnecessary filler. Whether you're new to the field or reviewing for recertification, this guide provides a structured way to study core subjects that appear on ...

Conquer the HAZMAT Specialist Certification: Your Concise Guide to NFPA 472 Standards and Hazardous Materials Operations is a concise resource for individuals preparing for the HAZMAT Specialist Certification exam. This guide aligns with NFPA 472 standards, providing an in-depth exploration of hazardous materials operations, incident response, and regulatory compliance. It is meant to supplement more detailed study material. The book covers critical topics such as chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials, risk assessment strategies, and decontamination procedures. It delves ...

Resisting Garbage presents a new approach to understanding practices of waste removal and recycling in American cities, one that is grounded in the close observation of case studies while being broadly applicable to many American cities today.