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Human induced climate change, overuse of natural resources, overwhelming amount of waste and pollution, gender inequality, elevated stress levels, flood of fake news. All these have a lot to do with our controversial human nature and how our race has formed, besides making our life more difficult and less sustainable.
You are to see the controversial process of how we began to become the only highly intelligent species, how widespread is our impact...
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I'm offering this simple handbook to you, full of exceptional ways to make many differences to improve various things on the planet, including Climate Change situations for anyone in the world who wants a reference book of suggestions for anything that can be done to help, regarding all kinds of efforts that many people are trying to make in many places everywhere.
After two years of studying how people can deal with Climate Change and some other...
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El cambio climático es el mayor reto de la humanidad en el siglo XXI, pero... ¿entendemos qué implica realmente? Tomar conciencia de ello es poner en cuestión lo que sabemos y pensamos. Es hablar de cambio y de incertidumbre. Esta obra parte de la preocupación por el calentamiento global y los impactos que tendrá en nuestro día a día, pero también del hecho de que el conocimiento que tenemos es fragmentario, parcial y a menudo incorrecto....
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Are you overwhelmed by the conflicting information and passionate debates surrounding climate change? Does the urgency in climate discourse leave you feeling anxious and concerned? Do you wish you had a clearer understanding of the science that underpins this global issue?
If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, then this book is your essential guide.
This isn't a manifesto pushing a political agenda. Instead, it aims to arm you with straightforward...
85) Lady Gaia Speaks
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What does the planet think?
Lady Gaia is an organism made up of every living thing, from prions and viruses to blue whales and red sequoias, and in this imaginative tour de force of a polemic against human-made global warming and habitat destruction, Patricia Finney gets the views of the world we should love, on our prospects for survival, departure into space — or replacement.
There are other species that could become dominant, if our planet turns...
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Climate change represents an increasing threat to the continued development of the people, preservation of ecosystems, and economic growth of Asia and the Pacific. Mainstreaming climate risk management in all aspects of development is thus key to an effective transition to climate-resilient development pathways. ADB's climate risk management framework aims to reduce risks resulting from climate change to investment projects in Asia and the Pacific....
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Afin de comprendre et de prévoir les répercussions des changements climatiques sur la biodiversité du Québec, des climatologues, biologistes, naturalistes et gestionnaires de la biodiversité ont analysé près de 1 000 espèces d'animaux et de plantes terrestres. Cet ouvrage présente les résultats de leur recherche faisant appel aux approches scientifiques les plus perfectionnées ainsi qu'aux modèles climatiques et aux données sur la biodiversité...
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Kulturell greift die Neuzeit im Abendland – nach Überwindung christlicher Dogmen – auf das Vorbild der Antike zurück, beginnt wieder zu forschen. Materiell setzt die Spätzeit Mensch und Natur in größerem Maßstab ein, ausbeutend und im Sinne zivilisatorischen Fortschritts und Wohlstands. Das technische Zeitalter der Römer wiederholen wir seit 250 Jahren im Abendland, geraten aber durch Wachstum an Grenzen, in einen nicht umkehrbaren Klimawandel....
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Let all of us work together to save the Earth. Time is of the essence right now. Everyone needs to be "all in" to repair the damage of climate change and damage to the environment on our Earth.
One Earth, Earth was created for all
life not just human life.
Never underestimate the backlash of
nature.
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Climate Change has become a major topic of debate in today's politics, with some advocating serious changes in policy in response to it, and others suggesting that scientists and politicians are misreading, misrepresenting, and misapplying the data.
Elgin Hushbeck, Jr. is not afraid to challenge scientific orthodoxy, and in fact believes it is very important that we do so. In this little book, he gives an introduction to a number of problems that...
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All is well with the weather. This book cools down the debate on global warming and blows away the hot air. The false claims of climate hysterics are superbly rebutted. There is no need to panic, scaremongering politicians are misleading the public they need to calm down the climate debate. Read why.
So lucid and accessible are the scientific contradictions of the global warming dogma that it is truly astounding how belief in its doctrine has...
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Universal Studios Home Entertainment
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[2019]
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1 videodisc (92 minutes) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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The Biggest Little Farm chronicles the eight-year quest of John and Molly Chester as they trade city living for 200 acres of barren farmland and a dream to harvest in harmony with nature. Through dogged perseverance and embracing the opportunity provided by nature's conflicts, the Chesters unlock and uncover a biodiverse design for living that exists far beyond their farm, its seasons, and our wildest imagination. Featuring breathtaking cinematography,...
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Paramount Pictures
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[2017]
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Widescreen.
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1 videodisc (97 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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Former Vice President Al Gore presents evidence that the negative effects of global warming have increased since the release of the film "An inconvenient truth" a decade earlier.
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Climate change has been a perplexing problem for years. In Dark Winter, author John L. Casey, a former White House national space policy advisor, NASA headquarters consultant, and space shuttle engineer tells the truth about ominous changes taking place in the climate and the Sun.
Casey’s research into the Sun’s activity, which began almost a decade ago, resulted in discovery of a solar cycle that is now reversing from its global warming phase...
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This is the first in a series of books planned by the author to feature Jack, Lake, and friends. I, for one, look forward to reading the continuing journey of these eco-stewards. Whether you are among those taking a more involved approach to helping the environment, or you are contemplating a plan of action, or you simply remember the activism of your youth, you will appreciate the message and the characters of SEED. And you'll have a fine time reading...
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Inspiring stories about people around Australia who are taking action on climate change, helping create a better future for our children and for the planet, while at the same time deepening connections with each other.
Millions of Australians are quietly freaking out about the state of the planet, and Claire O'Rourke is one of them. We know the science is bad-we're signing petitions, recycling our garbage and switching our light bulbs-and we know...
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Medios de comunicación y organizaciones ambientales nos advierten con insistencia sobre una inminente catástrofe ambiental de carácter global. Pronósticos de tono apocalíptico que tienen como objetivo mantener activa una agenda cuyas prioridades responden a intereses políticos y económicos que poco tienen que ver con la búsqueda de soluciones a los conflictos ambientales. Se trata de un conjunto de mensajes erróneos que Latchinian ha definido...
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In the eye-opening exploration, How to Curb Climate Change?, readers embark on a remarkable voyage through time to uncover the astonishing transformation of the Sahara and the Middle East, evolving from fertile landscapes into unforgiving deserts within a mere seven centuries.
This captivating book takes readers on an enlightening journey, revealing the pivotal role played by Neolithic societies in shaping the global climate. With the emergence...
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