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Hardback. Explores the reasons for difficulties in making cycling mainstream in many cultures, despite its claims for being one of the most sustainable forms of transport. This title examines the cultural development of cycling in countries with high use and the differences in use between different sub-groups of the population. Editor(s): Parkin, John. Series Editor(s): Ison, Stephen; Shaw, Jon. Series: Transport and Sustainability. Num Pages: 300 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNU; RPT; WSQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 160 x 31. Weight in Grams: 624.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780522982
- ISBN
- 9781780522982
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.36
€ 133.36
Hardback. "This book is based on research and observations undertaken for the author's PhD thesis at the National University of Ireland, and represents a case study of national and regional campaigns against both the Irish state's Regional Waste Management Plans and the corporate sector's attempts to develop waste incinerators or dumps in various parts of Ir Series: Advances in Ecopolitics. Num Pages: 290 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; RNA; RNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 161 x 27. Weight in Grams: 562.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780523804
- ISBN
- 9781780523804
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.72
€ 130.72
Hardback. This topical volume covers the intersection between transport and climate change, with papers from the 'Transport & Climate Change' session of the RGS-IBG conference in London, September 2010. It considers the role of transport modes at varying spatial dimensions and a range of perspectives on the relationship between transport and climate change. Editor(s): Ryley, Tim; Chapman, Lee. Series: Transport and Sustainability. Num Pages: 300 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNPG; RPT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 159 x 36. Weight in Grams: 728.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780524405
- ISBN
- 9781780524405
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 162.29
€ 162.29
Hardback. Provides an internationally grounded and critical review of grassroots sustainability enterprises, focusing on the processes that lead to their formation, the governing context that shapes their evolution, the benefits they create and the challenges that they face in different contexts. Editor(s): Davies, Anna. Series Editor(s): Leonard, Liam. Series: Advances in Ecopolitics. Num Pages: 213 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 158 x 235 x 23. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 213
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780524849
- ISBN
- 9781780524849
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.46
€ 125.46
Hardback. This book presents a portrait of the social advantages and limitations of climate change related modeling in the Hindu Kush-Himalayan (HKH) region. It addresses the implied but largely uncritiqued relationships between scientific modeling knowledge and local adaptation responses. It also presents theoretical perspectives on modeling and adaptation, Editor(s): Lamadrid, Armando; Kelman, Ilan. Series Editor(s): Shaw, Rajib. Series: Community, Environment and Disaster Risk Management. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKAH; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 24. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780524863
- ISBN
- 9781780524863
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.36
€ 133.36
Hardback. Presents and celebrates Action Learning and Action Research (ALAR) through stories, experiences, reflections and specific works of key proponents and participants in ALAR World Congresses. This title argues for the benefits of action research for sustainable development and problem solving in a turbulent world in the 21st century. Editor(s): Zuber-Skerritt, Ortrun. Num Pages: 233 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; RNU. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 155 x 236 x 19. Weight in Grams: 528.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 233
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780525488
- ISBN
- 9781780525488
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.26
€ 118.26
Hardback. Ecosystems are often examined from a ecological perspective because of the importance of biodiversity and ecosystem services. This book makes a case for ecosystem-based adaptation by arguing that ecosystems and its services are critical in the climate change and disaster risk reduction fields. Editor(s): Uy, Noralene; Shaw, Rajib. Series Editor(s): Shaw, Rajib. Series: Community, Environment and Disaster Risk Management. Num Pages: 273 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: RNC; RNF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 160 x 237 x 26. Weight in Grams: 554.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 273
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780526904
- ISBN
- 9781780526904
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.36
€ 133.36
Paperback. As cities all over the world have urbanized rapidly after the industrial revolution, most cities have confronted environmental problems such as poor air and water quality, high levels of traffic congestion and ambient noise. This book brings the lessons from innovative urban risk management approaches in Asian cities. Editor(s): Srinivas, Hari; Sharma, Anshu. Series: Community, Environment and Disaster Risk Management. Num Pages: 230 pages. BIC Classification: JFSG; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 23. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781781901595
- ISBN
- 9781781901595
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.87
€ 54.87
Hardback. With current environmental, social and financial challenges facing society and the economy, there has been a rapid growth in interest in the role of social and sustainable enterprise. This volume seeks to draw together contemporary entrepreneurial research which addresses social and environmental issues. Editor(s): Underwood, Sarah; Blundel, Richard; Lyon, Fergus. Series Editor(s): Henry, Colette; Marlow, Susan. Series: Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship Research. Num Pages: 230 pages. BIC Classification: KJH; KJJ; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 160 x 237 x 22. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781781902547
- ISBN
- 9781781902547
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.46
€ 125.46
Hardback. Based on papers presented at a workshop on the green transport agenda and its implications for Chinese cities, organised by the World Conference on Transport Research Society in September 2010, this volume reviews the challenges facing urban transport internationally and in China. Editor(s): Mackett, Roger L.; May, Anthony D.; Kii, Masanobu; Pan, Haixiao. Series Editor(s): Ison, Stephen; Shaw, Jon. Series: Transport and Sustainability. Num Pages: 380 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPC; RNU; RPT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 25. Weight in Grams: 690.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 380
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781781904756
- ISBN
- 9781781904756
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 154.34
€ 154.34
Hardback. This is the first in a two volume study of Corporate Social Responsibility and corporate behaviour from around the world, taking in viewpoints from five continents and over ten countries. These case studies present a detailed analysis of best practice in the corporate world in the areas of social ethics and community engagement. Editor(s): Gonzalez-Perez, Maria-Alejandra; Leonard, Liam. Series: Advances in Sustainability and Environmental Justice. Num Pages: 271 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJG; KJK; RNU. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 158 x 26. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 271
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781781906255
- ISBN
- 9781781906255
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.36
€ 133.36
Hardback. This is the second in a two volume study of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and corporate behaviour from around the world, taking in viewpoints from five continents and over ten countries. These case studies represent one of the most comprehensive collections on contemporary business practices in the significant area of Corporate Social Respo Editor(s): Gonzalez-Perez, Maria-Alejandra; Leonard, Liam. Series: Advances in Sustainability and Environmental Justice. Num Pages: 249 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: KJC; KJG; RNU. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 249
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781781906279
- ISBN
- 9781781906279
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.36
€ 133.36
Hardback. This volume presents a range of views on the current state of global nuclear disarmament from eminent scholars from India, Israel and France. Chapters present and analyse the relationships between India, Pakistan and the USA, Russia and the USA, the position of the EU and of Israel. Editor(s): Kamath, P. M. Series: Contributions to Conflict Management, Peace Economics and Development. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: GTJ; JPSF; JWLP; RNQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781781907221
- ISBN
- 9781781907221
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.03
€ 132.03
Hardback. This book critically analyses the associated social issues of increasing water scarcity in countries such as India. It documents the social impacts and predicament of water scarcity through topics such as arsenic contamination, the impact of salinity on livelihood and mitigation, and drought resilience, adaptation and policy. Editor(s): Abedin, M. A.; Habiba, Umma; Shaw, Rajib. Series: Community, Environment and Disaster Risk Management. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white halftones, maps, figures. BIC Classification: RNFD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781781908822
- ISBN
- 9781781908822
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.85
€ 131.85
Paperback. Norfolk played a unique role in the development of conservation. This book narrates the story of the movement, from its origins five hundred years ago to the present day. Num Pages: 204 pages, 41 black & white illustrations, 12 colour illustrations, 3 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAN; 3J; RNA; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 246 x 17. Weight in Grams: 536.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Boydell & Brewer Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781783270071
- ISBN
- 9781783270071
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.25
€ 26.99
€ 23.25
Hardback. Concerns about environmental risks have focused the minds of a generation. New movements are emerging to challenge those who would put profits before the planet. This volume represents the cutting edge of international research on global environmental movements and contributes to the on-going debates which may shape our future. Editor(s): Leonard, Liam; Kedzior, Sya B. Series: Advances in Sustainability and Environmental Justice. Num Pages: 275 pages. BIC Classification: RNB; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781783506972
- ISBN
- 9781783506972
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 153.07
€ 153.07
Hardback. How do urban communities in Asian cities experience the impacts of urbanisation and climate change? This key issue forms the discussion point for this book. Particular reference is made to cities in India, and the capability of such urban communities of responding to climate-related disasters. Editor(s): Joerin, Jonas; Shaw, Rajib; Krishnamurthy, R. R. Series: Community, Environment and Disaster Risk Management. Num Pages: 216 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1F; JFSG; RNR; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 147 x 22. Weight in Grams: 466.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781783509058
- ISBN
- 9781783509058
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.03
€ 132.03
Hardback. In a world which continues to experience dramatic suffering as a result of natural hazards, local level disaster risk reduction efforts are of increasing importance. With reference to examples in the Philippines, this book analyses a local disaster risk resilience approach and suggests an effective model for enhancing such efforts in the future. Editor(s): Matsuoka, Yuki; Shaw, Rajib. Series: Community, Environment and Disaster Risk Management. Num Pages: 328 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: RNR; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781783509270
- ISBN
- 9781783509270
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 143.87
€ 143.87
Hardcover. This volume presents papers which address both individual and societal levels of environment in relation to disability and shed new light on the processes involved with creating or modifying these environmental supports or barriers. Editor(s): Altman, Barbara Mandell; Barnartt, Sharon N. Series: Research in Social Science and Disability. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 608.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781784412630
- ISBN
- 9781784412630
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.38
€ 144.38
The UN Global Compact: Fair Competition and Environmental and Labour J...
Maria Alejandra Gonzalez-Perez (Ed.)
Hardcover. Since the launch of the UN Global Compact, over 12,000 organisations worldwide have voluntarily adopted and promoted its values and Ten Principles. This edited volume brings together international contributions that explore specific implications for business from managerial, legal, behavioural and sociological perspectives. Editor(s): Gonzalez-Perez, Maria-Alejandra; Leonard, Liam. Series: Advances in Sustainability and Environmental Justice. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JPSN2; KJG; RND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 159 x 24. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781784412951
- ISBN
- 9781784412951
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 136.46
€ 136.46