Pollution & threats to the environment
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Pollution & threats to the environment
Paperback. Focuses on the issue of what must be done to mobilize and govern the necessary financial resources to combat climate change. This book shows how effective mitigation of climate change depends on a complex mix of public funds, private investment through carbon markets, and structured incentives that leave room for developing country innovations. Editor(s): Stewart, Richard B.; Kingsbury, Benedict; Rudyk, Bryce. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: L; RNA; RNK; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- New York University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780814741382
- ISBN
- 9780814741382
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 30.62
€ 33.99
€ 30.62
Hardcover. Editor(s): Richards, Gary F.; Jones, Tabatha E. Num Pages: illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 263 x 186 x 16. Weight in Grams: 514.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781621009269
- ISBN
- 9781621009269
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 293.76€ 197.23
€ 293.76
€ 197.23
Paperback. Editor(s): Riewe, Rick; Oakes, Jill. Series: Occasional Publications Series. Num Pages: 120 pages. BIC Classification: PS; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 282 x 216 x 10. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- CCI Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780919058897
- ISBN
- 9780919058897
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.93
€ 20.99
€ 16.93
Paperback. Both the causes of and solutions to climate change are grounded in human society. Climate Change and Society summarizes the existing approaches to understanding the social dimensions of climate change from a variety of theoretical and empirical perspectives, analyzing its origins, impacts, and responses. Editor(s): Dunlap, Riley E.; Brulle, Robert J. Num Pages: 480 pages, 20 bw line art. BIC Classification: JHB; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 234 x 37. Weight in Grams: 632.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199356119
- ISBN
- 9780199356119
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 60.96
€ 60.96
Paperback. Concrete Jungles explores the hidden geographies of injustice in the Caribbean islands, demonstrating how mainstream environmentalism reflects and reproduces racial and economic inequalities. Series: Global and Comparative Ethnography. Num Pages: 208 pages, 5 bw line art, 9 bw halftone. BIC Classification: 1KJ; JFSG; JHMC; RGC; RNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190273590
- ISBN
- 9780190273590
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.51
€ 57.51
Hardback. A systematic and critical discussion of the nature of environmental harm from an eco-justice perspective, challenging conventional criminological definitions of environmental harm. It features examples and illustrations from many national contexts. Series: Studies in Social Harm. Num Pages: 216 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JHB; RNP; RNT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 162 x 17. Weight in Grams: 466.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Policy Press
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781447300403
- ISBN
- 9781447300403
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 104.10
€ 104.10
Hardcover. Editor(s): Tamm, Robert A. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: RNPG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 160 x 236 x 16. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781613249987
- ISBN
- 9781613249987
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 168.19€ 114.28
€ 168.19
€ 114.28
Paperback. Consumers have taken the lead in rejecting genetically modified crops. Giving a voice to farmers who are being pressured by half a dozen giant corporations to grow these crops, this book provides an explanation of what is happening and what is at stake, and a statement of principles. Translator(s): Soani, Manisha; Rao, Vijaya. Series: Global Issues. Num Pages: 160 pages, notes, boxes. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; KNAC; RNP; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 130 x 12. Weight in Grams: 227. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Zed Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- SKU
- KCG0004504
- ISBN
- 9781856499002
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JPVH; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 2228 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Publisher
- Counterpoint
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781578051205
- ISBN
- 9781578051205
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.56
€ 20.99
€ 19.56
Hardcover. Amstat News asked three review editors to rate their top five favorite books in the September 2003 issue. Statistical Methods for Detection and Quantification of Environmental Contamination was among those chosen. Num Pages: 400 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RNP; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 34. Weight in Grams: 792.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471255321
- ISBN
- 9780471255321
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 175.88
€ 175.88
paperback. By the Cold War's end, US military bases harbored nearly 20,000 toxic waste sites. Cleaning the approximately 27 million acres is projected to cost hundreds of billions of dollars. This work delves into this world of defense environmental policy to reveal the struggle to build an environmentally sensitive culture within the post-Cold War military. Series: Public Management and Change Series. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; JW; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 431.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011533
- ISBN
- 9781589011533
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.08
€ 52.08
Paperback. Bringing together leading scientists and professionals in tropical forest ecology and management, this book examines in detail the interplay between timber harvesting and wildlife, from invertebrates to large mammal species. Its contributors suggest modifications to existing practices that can ensure a better future for the tropics' valuable -- and invaluable -- resources. Editor(s): Fimbel, Robert A.; Robinson, John G.; Grajal, Alejandro. Series: Biology and Resource Management Series. Num Pages: 700 pages, 104 photos; 44 line art. BIC Classification: RGBL; RNF; RNKH; RNPD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 178 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1407.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 700
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231114554
- ISBN
- 9780231114554
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 82.92€ 63.74
€ 82.92
€ 63.74
Paperback. Num Pages: 45 pages, b/w illus. BIC Classification: KCN; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 154 x 5. Weight in Grams: 124.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 45
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781606921197
- ISBN
- 9781606921197
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.77€ 44.62
€ 62.77
€ 44.62
Hardback. This pioneering study provides the theoretical basis for archaeological data to be included in climate change debate. Applying an approach which uses archaeological research as a repository of ideas and concepts, it illustrates the pathways implemented in times of climate change in the past and how these can help prepare modern communities. Num Pages: 288 pages, 54 in-text illustrations. BIC Classification: HDW; RGBF; RNF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 165 x 20. Weight in Grams: 648.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199699551
- ISBN
- 9780199699551
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.24
€ 202.24
Paperback. An account of what Ecology called 'the ultimate social disaster of: evolving pesticide-resistant insects, the destruction of their natural predators and parasites, emergent populations of insect pests, downstream water pollution, atmospheric pollution, the 'accidental' killing of wildlife and people, and the bankruptcies of small farmers. Num Pages: 226 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: KNDC; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 150 x 230 x 16. Weight in Grams: 59. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012727
- ISBN
- 9780520068230
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, illus. BIC Classification: 1KBC; RNFD; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 168 x 16. Weight in Grams: 460.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Rocky Mountain Books
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781927330197
- ISBN
- 9781927330197
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 27.53
€ 41.99
€ 27.53
Paperback. It is becoming feasible to take carbon dioxide from power stations and industry, and lock it away safely before it can enter the atmosphere. But can carbon capture compete with other low-carbon technologies, is it safe and environmentally-friendly, and will people and governments accept it? This book examines the need for carbon capture. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNPG; TQK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 154 x 28. Weight in Grams: 678.
- Publisher
- C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849040341
- ISBN
- 9781849040341
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 41.72
€ 46.99
€ 41.72
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742534827
- ISBN
- 9780742534827
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 49.15
€ 50.99
€ 49.15
Paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages, 28 halftones. BIC Classification: HBJK; JPSL; RN; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 234 x 19. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 286
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195396072
- ISBN
- 9780195396072
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.60
€ 55.60
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851991825
- ISBN
- 9780851991825
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 142.40
€ 142.40