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Environmental & Natural Resources Law - Sustainability Principles and Practice

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Book Synopsis: Sustainability Principles and Practice gives an accessible and comprehensive overview of the interdisciplinary field of sustainability. The focus is on furnishing solutions and equipping students with both conceptual understanding and technical skills. Each chapter explores one aspect of the field, first introducing concepts and presenting issues, then supplying tools for working toward solutions. Elements of sustainability are examined piece by piece, and coverage ranges over ecosystems, social equity, environmental justice, food, energy, product life cycles, cities, and more. Techniques for management and measurement as well as case studies from around the world are provided.

The 3rd edition includes greater coverage of resilience and systems thinking, an update on the Anthropocene as a formal geological epoch, the latest research from the IPCC, and a greater focus on diversity and social equity, together with new details such as sustainable consumption, textiles recycling, microplastics, and net-zero concepts. The coverage in this edition has been expanded to include issues, solutions, and new case studies from around the world, including Europe, Asia, and the Global South. Chapters include further reading and discussion questions. The book is supported by a companion website with online links, annotated bibliography, glossary, white papers, and additional case studies, together with projects, research problems, and group activities, all of which focus on real-world problem-solving of sustainability issues.

This textbook is designed to be used by undergraduate college and university students in sustainability degree programs and other programs in which sustainability is taught.

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Are you looking to deepen your understanding of sustainability and make a positive impact on the world? Look no further than Sustainability Principles and Practice. This comprehensive textbook is your ultimate guide to the interdisciplinary field of sustainability. From ecosystems to social equity, from energy to product life cycles, this book covers it all.

With its accessible language and comprehensive approach, Sustainability Principles and Practice equips students with both conceptual understanding and technical skills. Each chapter explores a specific aspect of sustainability, introducing concepts, presenting pressing issues, and providing tools for problem-solving. Whether you're interested in environmental justice, resilient systems, or sustainable consumption, this book has got you covered.

What sets the 3rd edition of Sustainability Principles and Practice apart is its focus on the latest research and emerging topics. You'll find updated information on the Anthropocene as a formal geological epoch, insights from the IPCC, and a stronger emphasis on diversity and social equity. The expanded coverage includes issues, solutions, and case studies from all around the world, ensuring a global perspective on sustainability.

But this textbook goes beyond just theory. A companion website provides a wealth of additional resources, including online links, annotated bibliography, glossary, white papers, and case studies. With projects, research problems, and group activities, you'll have ample opportunities to apply your knowledge to real-world sustainability challenges.

Don't miss out on this invaluable resource for undergraduate college and university students in sustainability degree programs. Take the first step towards becoming a sustainability champion today. Order Sustainability Principles and Practice now and join the movement to create a more sustainable future.

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