Environmental Sustainability

This book brings unique perspectives to this key debate by exploring the history of green entrepreneurship since the nineteenth century, and its spread globally in industries including renewable energy, organic food, natural beauty, ecotourism, recycling, architecture, and finance. The book uses the lens of the extraordinary and often eccentric men and women who defied convention and imagined that business could help save the planet, rather than consume it. The social and religious beliefs that drove many of these individuals are explored.

Are you ready to embark on a journey towards a greener, healthier planet? Look no further than "The Green Path," your comprehensive guide to sustainable living. In this book, you'll discover practical tips, actionable advice, and inspiring stories to help you reduce your environmental footprint, minimize waste, and embrace a more sustainable lifestyle. From conserving energy and water to supporting renewable energy sources and advocating for positive change in your community, "The Green Path" covers everything you need to know to make a real difference in the world. But "The Green Path" ...

Conquer the CEE Exam: A Basic Guide to Becoming a Certified Environmental Engineer provides a comprehensive and accessible resource for those preparing to achieve certification as an environmental engineer. This guide covers all the essential topics and concepts required for the Certified Environmental Engineer (CEE) Exam, offering detailed explanations and practical applications to ensure success. From environmental laws and regulations, water and air quality management, hazardous waste handling, and stormwater control to sustainable site design, ecosystem management, and energy ...

In this era of unprecedented environmental crisis, it's no longer enough to simply admire nature – we must fundamentally rethink our relationship with it. " A Philosophy for the End of Nature - Rethinking Humanity in the Anthropocene" challenges the traditional Western ideas that have placed humans above the natural world, leading us down a dangerous path of exploitation. This thought-provoking book delves into the philosophical roots of the Anthropocene, the proposed geological epoch defined by humanity's profound impact on Earth's ecosystems. It explores how concepts like Cartesian ...

Dive into the future of investing with 'Sustainable Wealth: Crafting a Future-Forward Investment Portfolio.' This groundbreaking guide takes you on a journey beyond traditional investment paradigms, where financial success converges with environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and corporate governance. Discover how to build a portfolio that not only delivers competitive financial returns but also promotes positive societal impact and long-term sustainability. From strategic asset allocation to ESG integration, shareholder engagement, and performance monitoring, this book offers ...

In today's world, widespread misinformation presents significant challenges to achieving true environmental sustainability. Unfortunately, even some of the most influential global organizations base their actions on unscientific notions and misconceptions, contributing to the problem. This book confronts commonly held beliefs that shape the global public’s perception of critical environmental issues. By focusing on textiles, a key part of daily life that generates significant waste, it uncovers major gaps in our understanding, from material selection to care practices and disposal methods.

Deforestation. Desertification. Species extinction. Global warming. Growing threats to food and water. The driving issues of our times are the result of one huge problem: Us. As the population continues to grow, our problems will increase. And this means that every way we look at it, a planet of 10 billion people is likely to be a nightmare. Stephen Emmott, a scientist whose lab is at the forefront of research into complex natural systems, sounds the alarm. This is a snapshot of our planet, and our species, approaching a crisis, and a stark analysis of where this leaves us.

How Business Can Fight Climate Change captures the perspectives, insights, and ideas of 35 of the world's greatest thought and action leaders, addressing the increasingly alarming global challenges of a world where carbon emissions are out of control. It provides an easy-to-understand guide for every business leader and company on how they can play a more proactive role in addressing this serious threat to the global system—the very system they depend on and thrive in. This is a call to action and a practical blueprint for how the world can get to zero greenhouse gas emissions

Journey to eight states, three national parks, and three countries to experience the life-changing education and adventures that led Trent A. Romer to finding sustainability for his plastic-bag-manufacturing business and himself.

This book compiles a striking mix of speculative tales examining the interaction between personal decisions and environmental effects. From future environments to the natural world, the stories explore the effects of technological advancement and environmental consciousness across many contexts. The stories span from moving meditations on the scarcity of nature in a technologically advanced society to humorous parodies of bureaucratic methods for environmental preservation. Every narrative not only provides entertainment value but also acts as a mirror reflecting on human activities and ...

Are you concerned about the impact of our consumption habits on the planet? Do you want to create a better future for yourself and future generations? If so, this book is for you!

The Green Start-Up is an essential toolkit for the modern-day entrepreneur. As issues around climate change and environmental impact become more urgent, businesses and start-ups must work harder then every before to operate in a greener, more sustainable way, for the benefit of both themselves and the planet. Environmental trailblazer Juliet Davenport OBE leads us through the most pressing questions facing any company so that we can do just that.