Environmental Studies – 2

Environmental Studies – 2
Author: Madhubun
Publisher: Vikas Publishing House
Total Pages: 164
Release:
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9352596102

Environmental Studies: Understanding the World Around Us is a series of five books for classes 1 to 5 on Environmental Studies. The series strictly follows the new NCERT syllabus and the vision of the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005. The series introduces young learners to their environment. They also learn how to preserve it while reading the books. The books have been written in a child-friendly language and are supported by lively illustrations. The concepts have been explained in a simple, clear and logical manner for better understanding.

Environmental ScienceBites

Environmental ScienceBites
Author: Kylienne A. Clark
Publisher: The Ohio State University
Total Pages: 594
Release: 2015-09-15
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

This book was written by undergraduate students at The Ohio State University (OSU) who were enrolled in the class Introduction to Environmental Science. The chapters describe some of Earth's major environmental challenges and discuss ways that humans are using cutting-edge science and engineering to provide sustainable solutions to these problems. Topics are as diverse as the students, who represent virtually every department, school and college at OSU. The environmental issue that is described in each chapter is particularly important to the author, who hopes that their story will serve as inspiration to protect Earth for all life.

APC In Search of Green Life - Environmental Studies - Class 2

APC In Search of Green Life - Environmental Studies - Class 2
Author: Sunita Jaisingh
Publisher: Avichal Publishing Company
Total Pages: 112
Release:
Genre:
ISBN: 8177393669

Environmental studies is a multidisciplinary subject that integrates the study of environment with social studies and sciences. The present series In Search of Green Life aims to develop an understanding of one’s surroundings along with respect for local, national and global environment. We feel it is important for children to be aware and sensitive to contrasting opportunities and constraints under which people live. The focus has been on developing independent thinking through a number of activities, Project Work has been provided in each unit to inculcate collaborative learning and communication skills among students. The book is interactive in nature as it provides for a lot of Fun Facts, Learning by Doing and ideas for discussion.

Earth Alive Environmental Studies Class 2

Earth Alive Environmental Studies Class 2
Author: S.Chand Experts
Publisher: S. Chand Publishing
Total Pages: 113
Release:
Genre: Science
ISBN: 935253042X

Earth Alive Environmental Studies is a series of books on environmental studies for primary classes. The books conform to the NCERT syllabus and the National Curriculum Framework. The series has been designed to empower young learners to observe and learn about their immediate surroundings and also about the world.

Markets and the Environment, Second Edition

Markets and the Environment, Second Edition
Author: Nathaniel O. Keohane
Publisher: Island Press
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2016-01-05
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1610916077

"A clear grasp of economics is essential to understanding why environmental problems arise and how we can address them. ... Now thoroughly revised with updated information on current environmental policy and real-world examples of market-based instruments .... The authors provide a concise yet thorough introduction to the economic theory of environmental policy and natural resource management. They begin with an overview of environmental economics before exploring topics including cost-benefit analysis, market failures and successes, and economic growth and sustainability. Readers of the first edition will notice new analysis of cost estimation as well as specific market instruments, including municipal water pricing and waste disposal. Particular attention is paid to behavioral economics and cap-and-trade programs for carbon."--Publisher's web site.

Environmental Science for AP®

Environmental Science for AP®
Author: Andrew Friedland
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
Total Pages: 840
Release: 2015-01-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1319029337

Written specifically for the AP® Environmental Science course, Friedland and Relyea Environmental Science for AP®Second Edition, is designed to help you realize success on the AP® Environmental Science Exam and in your course by providing the built-in support you want and need. In the new edition, each chapter is broken into short, manageable modules to help students learn at an ideal pace. Do the Math boxes review quantitative skills and offer you a chance to practice the math you need to know to succeed. Module AP® Review questions, Unit AP® Practice Exams, and a full length cumulative AP® Practice test offer unparalleled, integrated support to prepare you for the real AP® Environmental Science exam in May.

Environmental Studies

Environmental Studies
Author: V. K. Ahluwalia
Publisher: The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
Total Pages: 262
Release: 2015-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 817993571X

The second edition of Environmental Studies discusses the various types of natural resources and the problems faced in conserving them and the effective management of resources for sustainable lifestyles. Based on the latest UGC syllabus, the book focuses on the concepts, structure and function of an ecosystem, threats to biodiversity and conservation of biodiversity, causes, effects and control measures of pollution, hazardous effects of human population on environment and management of environment quality and the several types of pollution.