[PDF] Natures Allies eBook

Author : Larry Nielsen
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 21,24 MB
Release : 2017-02-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1610917952

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It's easy to feel powerless in the face of big environmental challenges--but we need inspiration now more than ever. In Nature's Allies, Larry Nielsen presents the inspiring stories of eight conservation pioneers who show that through passion and perseverance we can each make a difference, even in the face of political opposition. Nielsen's vivid biographies of John Muir, Ding Darling, Aldo Leopold, Rachel Carson, Chico Mendes, Billy Frank Jr., Wangari Maathai, and Gro Harlem Brundtland are meant to rally a new generation of conservationists to follow in their footsteps and inspire students, conservationists, and nature lovers to speak up for nature and prove that individuals can affect positive change in the world.

Author : Pennsylvania. State Board of Censors of Moving Pictures
Publisher :
Page : 486 pages
File Size : 37,30 MB
Release : 1918
Category : Motion pictures
ISBN :

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"... containing the names and the disposition made of more than 20,000 pictures, from ... May 15th, 1915, up to the end of the year 1917. This list will be supplemented by further lists presented at the end of each half yearly period."--Pennsylvania. State Board of Censors of Moving Pictures. Report, 1918, p. 7.

Author : Richard P. Tucker
Publisher :
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 33,81 MB
Release : 2004
Category : History
ISBN :

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Contributors to this volume explore the dynamic between war and the physical environment from a variety of provocative viewpoints. The subjects of their essays range from conflicts in colonial India and South Africa to the U.S. Civil War and twentieth-century wars in Japan, Finland, and the Pacific Islands. Among the topics explored are: - the ways in which landscape can influence military strategies - why the decisive battle of the American Civil War was fought - the impact of war and peace on timber resources - the spread of pests and disease in wartime.

Author : Samuel Myers
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 538 pages
File Size : 33,25 MB
Release : 2020-08-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1610919661

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Human health depends on the health of the planet. Earth’s natural systems—the air, the water, the biodiversity, the climate—are our life support systems. Yet climate change, biodiversity loss, scarcity of land and freshwater, pollution and other threats are degrading these systems. The emerging field of planetary health aims to understand how these changes threaten our health and how to protect ourselves and the rest of the biosphere. Planetary Health: Protecting Nature to Protect Ourselves provides a readable introduction to this new paradigm. With an interdisciplinary approach, the book addresses a wide range of health impacts felt in the Anthropocene, including food and nutrition, infectious disease, non-communicable disease, dislocation and conflict, and mental health. It also presents strategies to combat environmental changes and its ill-effects, such as controlling toxic exposures, investing in clean energy, improving urban design, and more. Chapters are authored by widely recognized experts. The result is a comprehensive and optimistic overview of a growing field that is being adopted by researchers and universities around the world. Students of public health will gain a solid grounding in the new challenges their profession must confront, while those in the environmental sciences, agriculture, the design professions, and other fields will become familiar with the human consequences of planetary changes. Understanding how our changing environment affects our health is increasingly critical to a variety of disciplines and professions. Planetary Health is the definitive guide to this vital field.

Author : William Ginn
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 16,39 MB
Release : 2020-05-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1642830917

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As the world faces unprecedented challenges such as climate change and biodiversity loss, the resources needed far outstrip the capabilities of nonprofits and even governments. Yet there are seeds of hope—and much of that hope comes from the efforts of the private sector. Impact investing is rapidly becoming an essential tool, alongside philanthropy and government funding, in tackling these major problems. Valuing Nature presents a new set of nature-based investment areas to help conservationists and investors work together. NatureVest founder William Ginn outlines the emerging private sector investing opportunities in natural assets such as green infrastructure, forests, soils, and fisheries. The first part of Valuing Nature examines the scope of nature-based impact investing while also presenting a practical overview of its limitations and the challenges facing the private sector. The second part of the book offers tools for investors and organizations to consider as they develop their own projects and tips on how nonprofits can successfully navigate this new space. Case studies from around the world demonstrate how we can use private capital to achieve more sustainable uses of our natural resources without the unintended consequences plaguing so many of our current efforts. Valuing Nature provides a roadmap for conservation professionals, nonprofit managers, and impact investors seeking to use market-based strategies to improve the management of natural systems.

Author : Justin Pepper
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 17,55 MB
Release : 2021-10-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1642832421

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The Chicago metropolitan area is home to far more protected nature than most people realize. There's a critical factor of the Chicago Wilderness restoration effort that makes it unique. A grassroots volunteer community, thousands strong, works alongside agency staff to give nearby nature what it needs to thrive in an everchanging urban context. A Healthy Nature Handbook captures hard-earned ecological wisdom from this community in engaging and highly readable chapters, each including illustrated restoration sequences.

Author : Dr.S.PEER MOHAMED
Publisher : Blue Rose Publishers
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 39,50 MB
Release : 2023-12-17
Category : Education
ISBN :

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This comprehensive guide is specifically designed to assist farmers, researchers, and professors in the field of organic agriculture. It dives deep into the core principles and practices of organic farming while offering valuable insights into effective organic pest management techniques. One unique aspect that sets this book apart is its clear and easily understandable language. We understand the importance of conveying complex concepts in a simplified manner, making it accessible to readers from various backgrounds. Our team has meticulously compiled years' worth of research and practical experience into this book. We firmly believe that it will serve as an invaluable resource for farmers seeking to enhance their understanding of organic farming methods, researchers who are exploring new avenues in organic agriculture, as well as professors looking for a comprehensive teaching aid. By following the guidance provided within these pages, readers will gain a profound understanding of the principles behind successful organic farming practices. They will also learn effective strategies for managing pests without relying on harmful chemicals or synthetic inputs. We genuinely believe that this book will revolutionize the way individuals approach organic farming. It is our promise that it will provide immense value to anyone involved in the field. To get your hands on a copy or inquire further about its contents, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would be delighted to provide you with more information or address any questions you may have. Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you soon! This comprehensive guide is specifically designed to assist farmers, researchers, and professors in the field of organic agriculture. It dives deep into the core principles and practices of organic farming while offering valuable insights into effective organic pest management techniques. One unique aspect that sets this book apart is its clear and easily understandable language. We understand the importance of conveying complex concepts in a simplified manner, making it accessible to readers from various backgrounds. Our team has meticulously compiled years' worth of research and practical experience into this book. We firmly believe that it will serve as an invaluable resource for farmers seeking to enhance their understanding of organic farming methods, researchers who are exploring new avenues in organic agriculture, as well as professors looking for a comprehensive teaching aid. By following the guidance provided within these pages, readers will gain a profound understanding of the principles behind successful organic farming practices. They will also learn effective strategies for managing pests without relying on harmful chemicals or synthetic inputs. We genuinely believe that this book will revolutionize the way individuals approach organic farming. It is our promise that it will provide immense value to anyone involved in the field. To get your hands on a copy or inquire further about its contents, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would be delighted to provide you with more information or address any questions you may have. Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!