Environmental

A globe-trotting work of relentless investigative reporting, this is the first major book to expose the catastrophic reality of the multi-billion-dollar global garbage trade.

The story of the American West is the story of a relentless quest for a precious resource: water. It is a tale of rivers diverted and dammed, of political corruptions and intrigue....

From a preeminent historian of Eastern Europe, the definitive history of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster....

Bill Gates shares what he's learned in more than a decade of studying climate change and investing in innovations to address the problems, and sets out a vision for how the world can build the tools it needs to get to zero greenhouse gas emissions....

The grid is an accident of history and of culture, in no way intrinsic to how we produce, deliver and consume electrical power. Yet this is the system the United States ended up with....

Bold is a radical, how-to guide for using exponential technologies, moonshot thinking, and crowd-powered tools to create extraordinary wealth....

In an era where unpredictability is the only certainty, these essential guides are combined for those determined to be prepared for anything. This collection is not just about survival; it's about thriving in the face of the unknown.

The Colorado River is an essential resource for a surprisingly large part of the United States, and every gallon that flows down it is owned or claimed by someone. David Owen traces all that water from the Colorado’s headwaters to its parched terminus, once a verdant wetland....

Conquer the Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Exam: Your Guide to a Career Ensuring Clean and Safe Drinking Water provides a ...

Conquer the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification Exam: Your Guide to a Career Managing and Treating Wastewater is an in-depth guide ...

"Conquer the EPA 608 Exam: Your Comprehensive Guide to Refrigerant Handling Certification" is an essential resource for technicians in the ...

In Zero Waste Home, Bea Johnson shares the story of how she simplified her life by reducing her waste....

In Fashionopolis, Thomas sees renewal in a host of developments, including printing 3-D clothes, clean denim processing, smart manufacturing, hyperlocalism, fabric recycling - even lab-grown materials....

In Anna Clark's full account of this American tragedy, The Poisoned City recounts the gripping story of Flint’s poisoned water through the people who caused it, suffered from it, and exposed it. It is a chronicle of one town, but could also be about any American city....

In this wide-ranging, character-driven audiobook, science-journalist Emily Anthes takes us on an adventure into the buildings in which we spend our days, exploring the profound and sometimes unexpected ways that they shape our lives....

This audiobook narrated by John Chancer recounts an intimate reckoning with aquifer depletion in America's heartland....

In 2006, John Doerr was moved by Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Truth and a challenge from his teenage daughter: “Dad, your generation created this problem. You better fix it.” Since then, Doerr has searched for solutions to this existential problem....

A groundbreaking chronicle of the birth - and death - of a pair of jeans, that exposes the fractures in our global supply chains, and our relationships to each other, ourselves, and the planet....

How would you like to be the center of a massive outpouring of wealth, innovation, success, and prosperity....

In the twentieth century, wealth and power was dictated by access to oil. This century will have different kingmakers, perhaps different wars....

Let There Be Water illustrates how Israel can serve as a model for the United States and countries everywhere by showing how to blunt the worst of the coming water calamities....

“Domine el examen EPA 608: Su guía completa para la certificación de manejo de refrigerantes” es un recurso esencial para los técnicos del ...

In this extraordinary journey through 26 countries, Simon Mundy meets the people on the front lines of the climate crisis, showing how the struggle to respond is already reshaping the modern world....

Conquer the Water Well Exam: Your Guide to a Career as a Water Well System Provider is a comprehensive study guide designed to help aspiring ...

Regardless of where you live, your housing situation, or your preference for hands-on projects, you can take advantage of the rain and reduce those water bill pains....

Dumps and landfills around the world are overflowing. Disputes about what to do with the millions of tons of garbage generated every day have given rise to waste wars waged almost everywhere you look. Some are border skirmishes. Others hustle trash across thousands of miles and multiple oceans. But no matter the scale, one thing is true about almost all of them: few people have any idea they're happening.

Discover the untamed beauty and complex history of one of North America's most awe-inspiring natural wonders in "The Columbia River Gorge." This captivating eBook invites you to embark on an expedition through time and geology, unraveling the vibrant tapestry of forces that have sculpted the gorge's dramatic landscapes. Begin your journey with a fascinating introduction to the Columbia River Gorge as a geological marvel. Explore the significance of its robust rock formations, stepping back into ancient times when the groundwork of the gorge was set by the formidable forces of nature. Delve ...

Unlock the wonders just beyond your doorstep with "Discover Where You Live," an illuminating eBook designed to transform the way you perceive your surroundings. Step into a world where adventure awaits at every corner, offering enriching experiences, stunning landscapes, and cultural highlights—all without the need for a passport. Dive into the joy of local travel and explore why staying close to home can be as thrilling as a far-flung expedition. Begin your journey in your own backyard, unearthing hidden gems and secret spots that often go unnoticed. From vibrant museums and theaters to ...

Dive into the captivating world of Dater Mountain with "Mysteries of Dater Mountain," an enlightening journey through one of nature's most intriguing ecosystems. This eBook is your gateway to understanding the complex interplay of life within wetlands, uncovering the secrets that make them vital to both our environment and our future. Begin your exploration with an introduction to Dater Mountain's wetlands, setting the stage for a comprehensive dive into the very fabric of wetland ecosystems. Discover the nuances of the water cycle, soil composition, and nutrient dynamics in shaping these ...

Energiesparen ist das Thema der Stunde, der Informations- und Beratungsbedarf ist riesig. Energiesparen, das ist Carsten Herberts Mission. Der Bauingenieur führt ein Ingenieurbüro, das seit annähernd 20 Jahren auf das Thema Energieeffizienz in Gebäuden spezialisiert ist.