
Introduction to Sustainability
Robert Brinkmann(Author)
Wiley (Publisher)
Published on 6. May 2016
Book
Hardback
336 pages
978-1-118-48714-3 (ISBN)
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Description
Introduction to Sustainability is the first major textbook to review major themes in the cutting-edge field of sustainability. The book is suitable for introductory interdisciplinary courses on sustainability, as well as those in the fields of geography, geology, sociology, planning, political science, and anthropology. Brinkmann's book allows students to see the world in new ways while also encouraging them to become part of the change needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of the planet. The text includes material on the development of the field of sustainability; environmental sustainability issues like water, food, and energy; social sustainability themes like environmental justice and transportation; and economic sustainability topics like green businesses and economic development. The book concludes with a chapter on sustainability issues in college and universities. Brinkmann intersperses many fascinating case studies and text boxes that encourage students to deeply explore the material. This is a book that not only organizes the complex field of sustainability, but also encourages students to take action to make the world a better place.
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Edition
1. Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
Hoboken
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 24.6 cm
Width: 18.9 cm
Thickness: 2 cm
Weight
912 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-118-48714-3 (9781118487143)
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Person
Robert (Bob) Brinkmann is the Director of Sustainability in the Department of Geology, Environment, and Sustainability at Hofstra University and is the author of many books and research articles. Bob has served as an officer in many organizations and is currently Chair of the Board of the National Cave and Karst Research Institute.
Content
Acknowledgement
Chapter 1 Roots of the Modern Sustainability Movement
Chapter 2 Understanding Natural Systems
Chapter 3 Measuring sustainability
Chapter 4 Energy
Chapter 5 Greenhouse Gas Management
Chapter 6 Water
Chapter 7 Food and Agriculture
Chapter 8 Green Building
Chapter 9 Transportation
Chapter 10 Pollution and Waste
Chapter 11 Environmental Justice
Chapter 12 Sustainable Planning and Governance
Chapter 13 Sustainability, Economics, and the Global Commons
Chapter 14 Corporate and Organizational Sustainability Management
Chapter 15 Sustaianbility at Universities, Colleges, and Schools
Index
Chapter 1 Roots of the Modern Sustainability Movement
Chapter 2 Understanding Natural Systems
Chapter 3 Measuring sustainability
Chapter 4 Energy
Chapter 5 Greenhouse Gas Management
Chapter 6 Water
Chapter 7 Food and Agriculture
Chapter 8 Green Building
Chapter 9 Transportation
Chapter 10 Pollution and Waste
Chapter 11 Environmental Justice
Chapter 12 Sustainable Planning and Governance
Chapter 13 Sustainability, Economics, and the Global Commons
Chapter 14 Corporate and Organizational Sustainability Management
Chapter 15 Sustaianbility at Universities, Colleges, and Schools
Index