Climate Control

How Silicon Valley’s heartless, baseless, and foolish obsessions—with escaping death, building AI tyrants, and creating limitless growth—pervert public discourse and distract us from real social problems Tech billionaires have decided that they should determine our futures for us...

Climate control has always been a crucial aspect of human civilization, from the ancient use of passive cooling techniques to today’s sophisticated HVAC systems. As global temperatures rise, energy demands increase, and sustainability becomes a priority, the future of climate control is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This book explores the innovations and technologies shaping the next generation of climate control systems. From AI-driven smart HVAC systems to net-zero energy buildings, the industry is embracing intelligent, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the former prime minister of New Zealand, then the world’s youngest female head of government and just the second to give birth in office, comes a deeply personal memoir chronicling her extraordinary rise and offering inspiration to a new generation of...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Who Moved My Cheese?, a brilliant new parable that shows readers how to stay calm and successful, even in the most challenging of environments. A young man lives unhappily in a valley. One day he meets an old man who lives on a mountain peak. At...

“A delightful and fascinating book filled with insight and wit, which will make you think twice and cheer up.” — Steven Pinker In a bold and provocative interpretation of economic history, Matt Ridley, the New York Times-bestselling author of Genome and The Red Queen, makes the case for an...

Welcome to "Optimal Climate Control: HVAC Systems for Sports Arenas and Stadiums." This book is a comprehensive guide designed to provide architects, engineers, facility managers, and HVAC professionals with the knowledge and insights necessary to effectively design, install, operate, and maintain HVAC systems in sports arenas and stadiums. Sports arenas and stadiums are iconic structures that host a wide range of events, from thrilling athletic competitions to electrifying concerts and performances. However, behind the scenes, maintaining a comfortable and safe indoor environment for both ...

Ready to Grow Your Own Greenhouse Garden Oasis — Year-Round, Even if you’ve never planted a seed? What Makes This Book Different? Unlike most beginner books, this isn’t a generic gardening guide. It’s a blueprint built specifically for greenhouse newbies who want practical results, not fluff. You’ll walk away feeling equipped, encouraged, and ready to grow your own food, flowers, and freedom. The Beginner’s Blueprint to Greenhouse Gardening takes the guesswork out of starting and succeeding with your very first greenhouse—without the frustration, wasted money, or failed crops....

Pharmaceutical freeze-drying, or lyophilization, is one of the most sensitive and scientifically demanding processes in modern drug manufacturing. It sits at the intersection of biology, thermodynamics, vacuum engineering, and environmental control. Unlike conventional HVAC applications, the success of a lyophilization facility is not measured only in comfort or efficiency, but in product stability, sterility assurance, and patient safety. In these environments, climate control is not a background utility—it is a critical part of the production process itself. A deviation of even a ...

Two leading behavioral scientists argue we should reject “nudge” policies and stop blaming personal failure for society’s failures "Excellent. A master class on how to blend individual psychology with institutions, so that people are encouraged to get involved and develop solutions to our...

The bestselling, award-winning author of The Power delivers a “page-turning” (Los Angeles Times), “propulsive” (The Boston Globe), “thrilling” (BookPage, starred review) tour de force where a handful of friends plot a daring heist to save the world from the tech giants whose greed...

The transformation of Shipping Containers into functional, habitable spaces represents one of the most innovative shifts in modern construction. What was once a purely logistical asset for global trade has evolved into a versatile building block for homes, offices, data centers, medical units, and emergency shelters. This evolution is driven by the demand for faster construction, sustainability, mobility, and cost efficiency. However, containerized buildings present a unique and often underestimated challenge: climate control. Unlike conventional buildings, shipping containers are made of ...

A captivating journey through humanity’s relentless quest to harness and control physical power, fueling groundbreaking innovations while leaving a profound impact on our planet—from the acclaimed author of The Age of Wood. The Powerful Primate presents a compelling argument that flips the...

The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller Learn how to recognise and resist the daily attempts to control and manipulate your mind. There is a war on for your mind. You may not notice, but you are surrounded by manipulators: advertisers, politicians, big tech, even the humble waiter who asks, ‘Still...

Unleash the power of nature right in your backyard with "Growing in Greenhouses," an immersive guide that takes you on a botanical journey through the refreshing world of greenhouse gardening. This comprehensive compendium is your roadmap to a lush, productive garden year-round. In Chapter 1, embark on uncovering the art and science of greenhouse gardening, an oasis of botanical knowledge just at your fingertips. Familiarize yourself with the basics and learn how to select the perfect greenhouse to maximize your harvest and pleasure. Chapter 2 immerses you in the nuts and bolts of setting ...

A stirring case for a wholesale reimagining of the framing, tactics, and goals we employ in our journey to heal from ecological destruction With research and insight, Charles Eisenstein details how the quantification of the natural world leads to a lack of integration and our “fight”...

From a brilliant Brookings Institution expert, an “important” (The Wall Street Journal) and “penetrating historical and political study” (Nature) of the critical role that oceans play in the daily struggle for global power, in the bestselling tradition of Robert Kaplan’s The Revenge of...

In today’s data-driven world, the role of data centers has never been more crucial. These facilities are the backbone of the digital infrastructure that supports everything from cloud computing to financial transactions, and even our daily online interactions. As the demand for data processing and storage continues to grow exponentially, so does the need to ensure that data centers operate efficiently and reliably. Effective climate control within a data center is a critical aspect of maintaining operational efficiency and safeguarding the integrity of IT equipment. The balance between ...

Grow Fresh, Organic Food Year-Round—Even If You've Never Gardened Before! Want to grow your own vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers but don't know where to start? Whether you have a backyard, patio, balcony, greenhouse, or just a small sunny corner, this practical 2-in-1 beginner's guide shows you exactly how to create a thriving garden that fits your space, budget, and lifestyle. Inside You'll Discover How To: ✓ Choose the right greenhouse, raised bed, or container setup for your space ✓ Create nutrient-rich soil that produces stronger, healthier plants ✓ Extend your growing ...

AI isn’t magic. It’s concrete, steel, and megawatts—hidden inside windowless warehouses most people will never see. While the world obsesses over chatbots and robot overlords, a far quieter revolution is unfolding: a ruthless scramble to build, power, and control the datacenters that make all of this possible. That race, not the latest AI demo, is what will decide who holds real power in the 21st century. “The Compute Crunch” rips the lid off the physical underbelly of AI: the land grabs in forgotten towns, the deals for cheap power and water, the strained grids, and the handful ...

Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson's mission to bring together the fight against climate change and the global struggle for human rights has taken her all over the world. It also brought her to a heartening revelation: that that an irrepressible driving force in the battle for climate justice could be found at the grassroots level, mainly among women, many of them mothers and grandmothers like herself.