Publication

2010 - Berkshire Publishing Group

Language

English

Word Count

119,000 words, Guess

Page Count

476 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-139781933782546
  • ISBN-101933782544
  • Better World Books9781933782546
  • Open LibraryOL50667811M

Description

<i>Natural Resources and Sustainability</i> explores how human needs and desires, from sustenance and shelter to recreation and travel, have spurred the consumption of Earths material resources. Scientists, ecologists, and other expert authors present the historical impact of commercial activities (in industries as varied as fisheries, agriculture, energy, and mineral extraction), discuss the global distribution and use of renewable and nonrenewable resources, and focus on innovative approaches for the future. Readers will learn why renewal doesnt necessarily put a resource beyond harmand why the no-free-lunch adage applies to all natural resources.

Subjects

Topics

naturalresourcessustainabilityNatural resourcesberkshire publishingSustainable developmentencyclopedia of sustainability

Other Editions

  • Berkshire Encyclopedia of Sustainability Vol. 4Berkshire Publishing Group2010

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