Going Green
| Author | : Emma-Liisa Hannula |
| Publisher | : Un-Habitat |
| Total Pages | : 124 |
| Release | : 2012-01-01 |
| Genre | : Housing |
| ISBN | : 9789211324877 |
The Going Green Handbook
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It's Easy Being Green
| Author | : Chrissy Trask |
| Publisher | : Gibbs Smith |
| Total Pages | : 211 |
| Release | : 2006-01-23 |
| Genre | : House & Home |
| ISBN | : 1423607961 |
Surveys find that over 80 percent of Americans agree with the goals of the environmental movement. Sadly, most Americans admit to doing little more than basic recycling when it comes to acting on that disposition. What is the reason for this great divide between environmental sentiment in this country and individual actions? Author and environmental consultant Crissy Trask seeks to answer this question-and solve the disparity-with a new book that makes it easy to be an environmentalist, no matter how busy or hectic your lifestyle. This is a day to day guide with simple, practical suggestions that anyone can put into action.
Cities Going Green
| Author | : Roger L. Kemp |
| Publisher | : McFarland |
| Total Pages | : 253 |
| Release | : 2014-01-10 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 0786486988 |
Over the past several decades, numerous planning movements have taken root within the United States. With names like "Urban Renewal," "Garden Cities," "Healthy Cities," "Smart Growth," "Eco-Cities" and "Sustainability," these programs promote ways to create, protect, preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of life in cities, towns and suburbs, especially in regards to the natural environment. This guide to the best practices of these programs introduces the rapidly evolving field before presenting more than 40 case studies of communities that are effectively "going green." An assessment of the future of these towns and cities and resources for citizens and officials seeking additional information conclude the work. By compiling these success stories, this handbook makes an excellent resource for anyone seeking to facilitate the restoration of the natural environment within their community.
The Going Green Handbook
| Author | : Alice Mary Alvrez |
| Publisher | : Mango Media Inc. |
| Total Pages | : 127 |
| Release | : 2018-07-15 |
| Genre | : House & Home |
| ISBN | : 1633537617 |
Start one new habit every week—and live the good green life. Level up your eco-knowledge with these fifty-two creative ideas and easy ways to live a sustainable life that’s healthier for you and for the planet (as well as for your household budget). You’ll find DIY tips on changes big and small, including: Reducing waste Eating organic Keeping toxins out of your home Raising chickens Planting a bee-friendly garden Growing veggies, fruits, and herbs Composting Making toxin-free, eco-friendly cleansers and paint And more! “Sustainable living is better in every way and this book shows how to do it.” —Becca Anderson, author of Every Day Thankful
The Sustainability Handbook
| Author | : William R. Blackburn |
| Publisher | : Earthscan |
| Total Pages | : 822 |
| Release | : 2012 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 1849773297 |
The Sustainability Handbook covers all the challenges, complexities and benefits of sustainability for businesses, governments and other organizations. It provides a blueprint for how organizations can reach or exceed economic, social and environmental excellence. It offers a host of practical approaches and tools including a model sustainability policy for organizations, summaries of sustainability codes and tips on selecting them, an extensive collection of metrics and a wealth of supplementary reference material. This is the essential reference for every organization in pursuit of sustainability.
The Negro Motorist Green Book
| Author | : Victor H. Green |
| Publisher | : Colchis Books |
| Total Pages | : 222 |
| Release | : |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : |
The Negro Motorist Green Book was a groundbreaking guide that provided African American travelers with crucial information on safe places to stay, eat, and visit during the era of segregation in the United States. This essential resource, originally published from 1936 to 1966, offered a lifeline to black motorists navigating a deeply divided nation, helping them avoid the dangers and indignities of racism on the road. More than just a travel guide, The Negro Motorist Green Book stands as a powerful symbol of resilience and resistance in the face of oppression, offering a poignant glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of the African American experience in the 20th century.
Sustainable Communities Design Handbook
| Author | : Woodrow W. Clark II |
| Publisher | : Elsevier |
| Total Pages | : 441 |
| Release | : 2010-07-03 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 0080963366 |
The objective of Sustainable Communities Design Handbook is to ensure a better quality of life for everyone, both now and for generations to come. This means creating a better and safer environment internationally through the sustainable use of natural resources, encouraging sustainable development which supports a strong economy, and ensuring a high quality environment that can be enjoyed by all. Sustainable Development Partnerships brings together in one reference today's most cutting edge technologies and methods for creating sustainable communities. With this book, Environmental Engineers, Civil Engineers, Architects, Mechanical Engineers, and Energy Engineers find a common approach to building environmental friendly communities which are energy efficient. The five part treatment starts with a clear and rigorous exposition of sustainable development in practice, followed by self-contained chapters concerning applications. - Methods for the sustainable use of natural resources in built communities - Clearly explains the most cutting edge sustainable technologies - Provides a common approach to building sustainable communities - Coverage of sustainable practices from architecture to construction
Handbook of Sustainability Science and Research
| Author | : Walter Leal Filho |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 976 |
| Release | : 2017-10-03 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 3319630075 |
This multidisciplinary handbook explores concrete case studies which illustrate how sustainability science and research can contribute to the realization of the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It contains contributions from sustainability researchers from across the world.
Recycle this Book
| Author | : Dan Gutman |
| Publisher | : Yearling |
| Total Pages | : 290 |
| Release | : 2009-03-24 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 0375891765 |
With essays from renowned children’s book authors such as Ann Brashares, Jeanne DuPrau, Caroline B. Cooney, Laurie Halse Anderson, Bruce Coville, Gennifer Choldenko, and over 100 others, each piece is an informative and inspiring call to kids of all ages to understand what’s happening to the environment, and to take action in saving our world. Helpful tips and facts are interspersed throughout. This book will be a great classroom tool to teach young readers how they can help to make the Earth a greener place.
Mutts Go Green
| Author | : Patrick McDonnell |
| Publisher | : Andrews McMeel Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 177 |
| Release | : 2021-03-30 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1524869465 |
A special kids’ collection of the popular comic strip MUTTS, featuring themes of ecology, environmental friendliness, and animal education. This special collection of MUTTS comics for kids includes eco-friendly lessons on how to keep the environment clean and ways to help create a greener future for our furry friends and future generations. Mutts Go Green draws on Patrick McDonnell’s 25-year career of writing and illustrating heartwarming comics starring Earl the dog, Mooch the cat, and a host of other adorable animal friends.
