Examines global warming and the greenhouse effect, changes in the earth's climate since its formation, the effects of these changes, and whether anything can be done to reverse them.
Presents a study of global warming and the Greenhouse Effect and discusses climate and temperatures, carbon dioxide and fossil fuels, and efforts to conserve energy.
Presents an introduction to global warming, explaining what it is, considering the human and/or natural causes of global warming, discussing the signs and effects of global warming, and looking at what can be done about the problem.
Discusses the peoples of the high Arctic, their traditions, and the changes they face in the modern world and from global warming, in a book that looks at languages, hunting traditions, and religious practices.
Contains twenty-four essays that offer different perspectives on issues related to global warming, including whether it actually exists, its causes, and actions to mitigate its effects.
Examines both sides of the controversy over whether or not the American government should make an increased effort in protect Earth's climate and reducing global warming.
Discusses connections between future centuries and the end of the last ice age, covering the fast pace at which plant and animal species are changing and disappearing and the steps humanity can take to try stopping global warming.
Presents a diagnosis of the state of the planet with a prescription for reducing the warming trend and preventing resource depletion, drought, disease, and possible socioeconomic upheaval and violence in the near future.
global warming--the solution and the politics--and what we should do
Romm, Joseph J
2007
Offers a critical overview of American environmental and energy policy, revealing the dangers those policies pose to the environment and arguing for dramatic changes that can save the environment and decrease global warming.
Discusses two sides of issues related to global warming--whether the climate change will have good or bad effects, whether or not greenhouse gases should be reduced, and whether forests should be cleared for farms.
