Many of the richest energy-producing regions of the world are wrought with conflict and billions of the worlds poorest suffer the daily insecurity of energy poverty. All the while our planet is increasingly under pressure because of our continued...Daugiau...
Plastics derived from renewable sources, such as biomass or animal-based materials, offer an eco-friendly alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics. These bioplastics, being bio-based and biodegradable, hold great promise in reducing rel...Daugiau...
Presents a comprehensive coverage of the various types of floods. The use of geospatial techniques for flood mapping and monitoring, multi-criteria decision-making techniques for risk management, and machine learning algorithms for flood prediction,...Daugiau...
This volume explores how communities, companies, and governments contest and shape the evolution of norms, rules, and decision-making processes that govern stakeholder consultation in extractive industries. It will interest students and scholars res...Daugiau...
This book covers a review, case studies, and research articles from various countries and institutes on all three promising technologies Remote Sensing, GIS, and modelling....Daugiau...
Shows how international economic law addresses climate and environmental issues associated with the unsustainable energy production and use across countries. This book will appeal to scholars, researchers, policymakers, students and others intereste...Daugiau...
Vocabulary for Sustainable Consumption and Lifestyles: a Language for our Common Future curates a shared vocabulary of concepts that enables a society-wide conversation about sustainable consumption and lifestyles, the future of cons...Daugiau...
Vocabulary for Sustainable Consumption and Lifestyles: a Language for our Common Future curates a shared vocabulary of concepts that enables a society-wide conversation about sustainable consumption and lifestyles, the future of cons...Daugiau...
This volume provides a transdisciplinary analysis of the political, social and environmental aspects of governance and its implementation in the mining sector.In a world profoundly shaped by the energy transition and the urgency of climate...Daugiau...
This book explores how transparent, interpretable AI technologies can support sustainable progress across industries and societies. It brings together theoretical foundations and practical applications of explainable AI (XAI) aligned with the UNs...Daugiau...
This book outlines advanced techniques against food adulteration, addressing a pressing concern in food safety and consumer protection. As food fraud becomes increasingly sophisticated, this volume provides a timely resource, compiling cutting-edg...Daugiau...
This book covers a wide range of topics, including plant genetics, stress biology, biotechnology, bioinformatics, plant-microbe interactions, microbial ecology, microbial biotechnology, crop production and management, plant breeding, and more. Thi...Daugiau...
This book presents a thorough overview and assessment of the economics of the wildlife trade for scholars and conservationists, requiring only a basic understanding of economic principles. It will appeal to scholars, practitioners, and policymaker...Daugiau...
This book presents a thorough overview and assessment of the economics of the wildlife trade for scholars and conservationists, requiring only a basic understanding of economic principles. It will appeal to scholars, practitioners, and policymaker...Daugiau...
Arctic subregions have undergone major structural changes in the past few decades. Looking past traditional military and geopolitical understandings of these regions, this book focuses rather on climate change and on the emergence of the digital e...Daugiau...
Emerging Organic Contaminants (EOCs) are either newly identified or newly detected contaminants that are toxic or potentially hazardous to the ecosystem. The EOCs include, but are not limited to, pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs),...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 07-Oct-2025, Hardback, Leidėjas: Verso Books, ISBN-13: 9781836740308)
A scathing critique of proposals to geoengineer our way out of climate disaster, by the bestselling author of How to Blow Up a PiplineWarming is about to hit one and a half degrees, perhaps two degrees soon after. What do we do...Daugiau...
Meat substitutes and alternative meats, including those made from plants or produced in a lab, reduce the consumption of environmental resources and the production of greenhouse gases. These substitutes are gaining popularity in the sustainable di...Daugiau...
It is a valuable resource for sustainability practitioners, researchers, students, and educators looking to explore early and ongoing contributions to sustainable development, as well as best practices that can be integrated into academic curricula...Daugiau...
This contributed volume addresses the global scale of urbanization and its impacts on biodiversity. By adding human capital, cities are incubators for new ideas and technologies, creating the possibility for socially and environmentally sensitive...Daugiau...
This book deliberates the trends, challenges and potential strategies including urban blue-green infrastructure (BGI) approaches to ensure food security and disaster resilience across the globe. Furthermore, the book explores urban planning (both...Daugiau...
Explores the critical role of collaboration and strategic alliances in overcoming global challenges such as climate change, energy security, and sustainable development. Through the concept of an energy alliance, the book reveals the power of divers...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 03-Oct-2025, Hardback, Leidėjas: Royal Society of Chemistry, ISBN-13: 9781837672622)
Renewable diesel is a liquid transportation fuel derived from biomass, making it more sustainable than standard fossil fuels. It differs from biodiesel in chemical composition, properties and processing route. Renewable diesel is produced through...Daugiau...
This book is a guide to understanding and practicing water diplomacya framework for building relationships, negotiating shared interests, and managing water challenges. It is essential reading for students and scholars of water diplomacy, water g...Daugiau...
A radical new history of energy and humanitys insatiable need for resources that will change the way we talk about climate change *Winner of a Nouvel Observateur Award, a Fondation pour lécologie politique Award, the Prix du jury Turgot...Daugiau...
Examines emotional aspects of economic life in the marketplaces of Papua New Guinea, where market womens labour is a nexus for gender relations. Economies of Care explores how women market traders in Goroka, Papua New Guinea, navig...Daugiau...
Originally published in 1995, after decades of steady growth, this book was written at a time when the worlds food supply was no longer keeping up with population increases. This book examines the causes of the imbalance in the food/population eq...Daugiau...
This book explores the concept of a nature-positive built environment highlighting its importance for both human and planetary health. It promotes a cross-disciplinary dialogue and provides a critical perspective to those interested in the search...Daugiau...
Sustainable Solutions for Food Waste: From Recovery to Resource Efficiency explores the magnitude, causes, and environmental impacts of food waste. This book offers practical strategies and innovative technologies for reducing food waste an...Daugiau...
Millets have gained widespread global recognition for their role in ensuring food security, advancing sustainable agriculture, and strengthening climate resilience. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared 2023 as the International Year...Daugiau...
The book Harnessing Microbial Applications: The Ecofriendly Frontiers explores the untapped potential of microbes in agriculture. This book explores the fascinating world of beneficial microo...Daugiau...
In this comprehensive introduction to the issues surrounding the use of the marine environment, the contribution of the maritime sector, specifically shipping and ports, to global environmental impacts is explored in depth. Using an ecosystem...Daugiau...
In this comprehensive introduction to the issues surrounding the use of the marine environment, the contribution of the maritime sector, specifically shipping and ports, to global environmental impacts is explored in depth. Using an ecosystem...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 30-Sep-2025, Hardback, Leidėjas: Cambridge University Press, ISBN-13: 9781107118720)
Climate change will increase the occurrence of floods in cities and open areas. As well as the widely documented social and economic impacts of floods, these events can also have a significant and long-lasting impact on water quality. This multidisc...Daugiau...
How do socio-environmental conflicts and entanglements relate to small and large-scale mining and energy projects? Volume V of the Handbook of the Anthropocene in Latin America focuses on mining and energy in the main macro-regions of Latin America...Daugiau...
A comprehensive book detailing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across a range of sources, sectors, and countries, with an emphasis on the United States and other developed nations. It presents an inclusive analysis covering the roles of consumers and...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 30-Sep-2025, Hardback, Leidėjas: Cambridge University Press, ISBN-13: 9781009603089)
This groundbreaking environmental history approaches Russias fossil economy from its margins. Tracing the forgotten role of peat in industry and power generation, Katja Bruisch makes a compelling case for foregrounding overlooked places, people, and...Daugiau...
The global climate crisis is one of the most defining challenges of our time, with profound implications not just for the environment, but also for human health. While the impacts of climate change are felt worldwide, they are disproportionately s...Daugiau...
Forests cover about a third of the worlds land surface area. They represent a distinct biotic community, provide a living for many millions of people, and provide fresh water to sustain communities. Forests capture part of the precipitation and pass...Daugiau...
This book offers a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in artificial intelligence applied to sustainable development. Based on the proceedings of the 1st edition of the International Conference on Innovative Approac...Daugiau...
Millets, being ancient food grains and the first cultivated crop by humans, have once again been garnering global attention. They exhibit a distinctive capacity to flourish in arid environments with minimal agricultural inputs, showcasing resilien...Daugiau...
Reports from the United Nations indicate that the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are not meeting their targets, at least not according to the proposed timeline. Despite this, the world produces enough food to feed everyone. The crucial task...Daugiau...
Development Theory and Climate Change is an illuminating exploration of the decline and subsequent revival of development theories. M.A. Mohamed Salih demonstrates how the end of the Cold War and the ascendancy of neoliberal global capitalism...Daugiau...
This book provides a holistic understanding of the correlation between soluble uranium and water quality parameters, presenting the intricate dynamics that govern uranium solubility in diverse water systems. Uranium, one of the most prevalent and...Daugiau...
This book demonstrates how Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can revolutionize sustainable energy planning. From evaluating and prioritizing criteria for optimal site selection to harnessing the power o...Daugiau...
The main aim of this conference proceedings book is to provide a platform for researchers, and academics from around the world to engage in discussions and share their research findings and insights regarding sustainability, net-zero initiatives,...Daugiau...
This book provides an exploration of the geographic dimensions of climate change, focusing on both urban and rural perspectives. By examining the unique challenges and opportunities that arise in different environments, it offers a balanced and ho...Daugiau...
This book delves into the ethical implications of shrimp sentience and provides a new dataset of the estimated numbers of individual shrimp caught by country and species, suggesting ways that policymakers could improve wild-caught shrimp welfare....Daugiau...
