Global Change

Climate justice and resilience strategist Kylie Flanagan invites us to see and act beyond: beyond status-quo solutions, Big Tech promises, and everything we’ve been told about saving the planet. Centering the voices of Native Rights activists, queer liberation ecologists, youth climate-justice organizers, Latinx wilderness activists, and others on the front lines, Climate Resilience urges us toward a vision of climate care that invests in place-based, community-led projects.

Whales in the City features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the sounds of New York City and the songs of whales! For fans of If Sharks Disappeared, this kid-friendly audiobook is a true story about how community action saved the whales of New...

In Climaturity, Marc Cortez advocates for a transparent climate discussion where half-truths are completed, climate science limitations are put into context, and politicians are held accountable for spending taxpayer dollars. Climaturity offers a new perspective on the climate controversy through the pragmatic lens of a long-time renewable energy industry veteran. Part science, part satire, and part snark, he takes a stand against the climate panic movement.

Distinguished British historian Geoffrey Parker spent 15 years writing this ambitious history of the tumultuous 17th century, when nations were in the grip of what was known as the General Crisis. First published in 2013, Global Crisis reveals that freak weather was a key reason why the people of the 1600s lurched between droughts, famines, and countless wars.

If you feel like climate change and the state of our planet just keeps getting worse and there’s nothing we can do to stop it then you’ve picked up the right book–because tons of efforts are already underway to save our planet, and we’d love for you to join the fight. Good News, Planet Earth is your go-to guide to learn about all the amazing sustainable developments that are being put in place worldwide to combat warming temperatures, pollution, deforestation, the use of wasteful products, and threats to our diverse wildlife.

Negli ultimi anni sentiamo parlare spesso di "riscaldamento globale". Si discute innanzitutto sulla esistenza stessa del fenomeno, su quali siano le sue cause, quali le conseguenze per il pianeta e quali le misure per contrastare il problema. Qui cercheremo di chiarire alcuni aspetti fondamentali legati al riscaldamento globale, partendo proprio dalla sua definizione e dagli argomenti di coloro che affermano o negano la realtà del fenomeno.

Have you worried that all that we can seem to do so far is to debate whether climate change exists, whether it's mankind's fault, and whether anything should be done about it? Have you felt despair because while all of this debate continues, you or your family or your friends are standing waist deep in flood waters? This book isn't a debate about climate change. The facts described in nearly all of the global warming books takes care of doing that. This book is about realistic solutions that can be implemented globally to treat the symptoms of climate change!

A timely and inspiring nonfiction guide for middle grade readers about the history of our fight against climate change, and how young people today are rising to action. Inspired by Nathaniel Rich’s Losing Earth: A Recent History, the acclaimed book that grew out of an August 2018 issue of the...

As scientific and observational evidence on global warming piles up every day, questions of economic policy in this central environmental topic have taken center stage. But as author and prominent Yale economist William Nordhaus observes, the issues involved in understanding global warming and slowing its harmful effects are complex and cross disciplinary boundaries. For example, ecologists see global warming as a threat to ecosystems, utilities as a debit to their balance sheets, and farmers as a hazard to their livelihoods.

Did you know that penguins are the fastest-swimming birds on the planet? How about that their tuxedo-like coloring actually helps them keep their bodies at just the right temperature? Or that the biggest penguins of all, Emperor penguins, can dive deep into the water, holding their breath for almost half an hour? Perfect for all animal lovers—and penguin fans in particular—this book is filled with all the facts you need to know to become a penguin expert!

Did you know that pandas only live in the wild in China? How about that they are the only species of bear that eats almost nothing but plants? Or that pandas' black and white fur helps them hide in the shadows of their bamboo forests? Perfect for all animal lovers—and panda fans in particular—this book is filled with all the facts you need to know to become a panda expert! Where are pandas found? What's it like to be a panda? Why are pandas endangered, and who has been working hard to save them? Listen to this book and find out how you can help save the pandas!

Heat waves, flooding, extreme storms, harsh winters. The effects of climate change are only getting worse. How can you ensure your organization is taking the right steps to mitigate this threat - and what can you, as an individual, do to help? These articles by experts and researchers will help you understand how climate change is affecting the future of business.

Global Communication Skills takes practical hands-on experience and magnifies the craft of reaching nations to make change. Today's digital multimedia publishing landscape has produced international opportunities to cross borders and blend communities in business, education, science, and technology. The business leaders of tomorrow need the competitive edge and advantage to overcome barriers. Get the global communication skills that positions you in the right place on stage for excellence on the international arena.

Modern Global Development is a comprehensive book that explores the multifaceted aspects of global development in the contemporary world. Authored by renowned experts in the field, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the key issues, challenges, and opportunities in global development and offers insights into potential pathways for sustainable development.

Climate science can seem dense, remote, and abstract. But through the lens of this one tree, it becomes immediate and intimate. In Witness Tree, environmental reporter Lynda V. Mapes takes us through her year living with one red oak at the Harvard Forest. We learn about carbon cycles and leaf physiology but also experience the seasons as people have for centuries, watching for each new bud and listening for each new bird and frog call in spring.

The audiobook deals with the basics of exploring the laws of the universe and the laws of man. It helps to identify what the law is and how it is used. It is used to identify what the self is. It is used to identify oneself as a system. It is used to explore human worlds. It is an important introduction in the field of self-development and the foundations of change.

International author, coach, and consultant Bill Poole is concerned...concerned about the anger, apathy, and polarization that plague our communities, workplaces, and the world. It's become a world where respect gets no respect, and disrespect gets applauded and rewarded. This practical book is for the wise, capable leaders in our communities and organizations who are beyond frustrated with the unhealthy cultures and systems they can’t seem to change. If you are one of those leaders, consider this book your roadmap for transformational change.

This audiobook features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun that is Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist). "Up close and personal with the world’s largest penguin...Informative and winning." —Kirkus Take to the Antarctic ice to study emperor penguins in this beautiful...

Clima rovente, il punto di non ritorno: Un mondo di acqua, fuoco e valanghe: le foto che raccontano il futuro da evitare, di Stefano Massini; Così la terra paga il prezzo della crisi climatica, di Giacomo Talignani; Terra rovente. Il rapporto dell'Onu sul clima: "Vicini al punto di non ritorno", di Elena Dusi; Clima, piantiamo mille miliardi di alberi per salvare la Terra, di Stefano Mancuso; Lucifero arroventa il Ferragosto. "Adesso l'Africa siamo noi", di Elena Dusi; Una inviata per il clima, la mossa del governo italiano in vista del vertice Cop26, di Annalisa Cuzzocrea e Roberto Mania.

Muchos libros te contarán la misma historia. Aprenderás dos o tres trucos para tu desarrollo personal, y al final, bueno...eso no lo cambiará todo. Los libros de autoayuda son buenos. Son guais.