environmental movement

Discusses carbon footprints and why they are important and examines ways in which individuals can confront global warming, addressing housing, gardening, daily living, transportation, food choices, school, work, and activism.

Students will learn about many concepts that are relatively new, such as "carbon offsets" and "renewable energy projects." While the green travel and tourism is just in its infancy, many colleges and universities are preparing their students to work in this rapidly expanding field.

Presents a collection of essays that address the social and economic factors associated with the environment including endangered species, climate change, and global warming.

Examines the environmental crisis facing everyone on Earth, profiles men and women trying to stop the crisis and protect the environment, and identifies practical, simple steps people can take to lessen their impact on the world around them.

Discusses environmental issues such as population growth, desertification, global warming, ozone depletion, and acid rain, challenging those who downplay the reality and importance of these global environmental problems.

A series of events around the world are a prelude to global catastrophe, including glaciers in Iceland, volcanoes in the Antarctic, the Arizona desert, through the jungles of the Solomon Islands, the streets of Paris, and the beaches of Los Angeles.

Presents a comprehensive study of environmental issues and ecoterrorism in America and examines organizations such as the Earth Liberation Front and other militant groups that engage in civil disobedience, sabotage, and terrorism in order to support their agenda.

When Mallory is appointed to the Fern Falls Elementary School Environmental Committee, which is deciding on class projects for the upcoming Green Fair, she rapidly succeeds in alienating her classmates, friends, and family by her overzealous efforts to save the planet.

An introduction to sustainable shopping that discusses earth-friendly production, organic foods and cleaners, energy-efficient appliances, and other related topics.

An introduction to sustainable living that discusses reasons to reduce, reuse, and recycle; ways to save energy and water; how to make earth-friendly choices while shopping; and things readers can do to help protect the environment.