An examination of man's relationship with his environment focuses on ecological problems on a global level
This book will enable a broad readership to understand what has been achieved in the past forty years and what hasn’t. It shows the continuing threat of our present way of living to the planet.
The goal of sustainable development continues via the Rio+20 conference in 2012. This book will enable a broad readership to understand what has been achieved since then and what hasn't.
Originally published in 1987, this book showcases global examples of people and communities who are learning to use the world’s resources without despoiling them for future generations.
Only One Earth remains a classic study of the environment on a global scale....The organization and subject matter of Down to Earth reflect the metamorphosis of the environmental issue in ten years. Walt Patterson, New Statesman"
Only One Earth: The Care and Maintenance of a Small Planet : an Unofficial Report Commissioned by the Secretary-General of...