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36 books in this category

Fossil Future

Fossil Future

Alex Epstein

A defense of fossil fuels and their role in future economic and technological development.

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The Climate Book

The Climate Book

Greta Thunberg

Greta Thunberg’s guide on climate change, featuring contributions from various climate experts.

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Orca

Orca

Arthur Herzog

A novel about an orca whale's revenge on humans, blending environmental themes and thriller elements.

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The Ocean of Life

The Ocean of Life

Callum Roberts

Examines the challenges facing ocean ecosystems and the importance of marine conservation.

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Healthy Buildings

Healthy Buildings

Joseph G. Allen

A guide to creating and maintaining healthier indoor spaces, especially in the context of modern work environments.

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The Ultimate Resource

The Ultimate Resource

Julian Lincoln Simon

Argues that human ingenuity is the ultimate resource, challenging views on population and resource limits.

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The Ultimate Resource 2

The Ultimate Resource 2

Julian Lincoln Simon

Expanded version of Simon’s arguments on resources and economic growth.

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The Planet Remade

The Planet Remade

Oliver Morton

Examines geoengineering as a potential solution to climate change.

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The Weather Makers

The Weather Makers

Tim Flannery

An examination of climate change and its impact on the environment and humanity.

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The Coming Population Crash

The Coming Population Crash

Fred Pearce

Looks at global population trends and environmental impact.

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Changes in the Land

Changes in the Land

William Cronon

An environmental history of colonial New England and land use.

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Home Economics

Home Economics

Wendell Berry

Essays on the importance of sustainable living, community, and local economies.

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Cradle to Cradle

Cradle to Cradle

Michael Braungart

Proposes an eco-friendly design philosophy that advocates for sustainable production.

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Walkable City

Walkable City

Jeff Speck

Examines the benefits of designing walkable cities for health, environment, and economy.

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Sustainable Energy

Sustainable Energy

David JC MacKay

Examines realistic approaches to sustainable energy solutions.

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Energy Transitions

Energy Transitions

Vaclav Smil

Discusses historical energy transitions and the challenges of moving toward sustainable energy.

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40 Chances

40 Chances

Howard G Buffett

Shares stories from Buffett’s philanthropic efforts focused on food security and sustainable agriculture.

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Earth in Human Hands

Earth in Human Hands

David Grinspoon

Examines humanity’s impact on Earth and the role humans play in its future sustainability.

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Plentiful Energy

Plentiful Energy

Charles E. Till

Discusses the potential of nuclear power for sustainable energy and environmental impact.

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The Gift of Good Land

The Gift of Good Land

Wendell Berry

Collection of essays on farming, community, and land conservation.

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Bringing It to the Table

Bringing It to the Table

Wendell Berry

Essays on food, farming, and sustainability.

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Sacred Economics

Sacred Economics

Charles Eisenstein

Exploration of an economy based on sustainability and community.

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An Inconvenient Truth

An Inconvenient Truth

Al Gore

Documentary companion book on climate change and environmental issues.

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Boom

Boom

Michael Shnayerson

Chronicles the history of the fracking industry and its impact on energy and the environment.

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Ledger

Ledger

Jane Hirshfield

A poetry collection that explores environmental, political, and personal themes.

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The Complete Guide to Trail Building and Maintenance

The Complete Guide to Trail Building and Maintenance

Carl Demrow

Practical guide to creating and maintaining trails.

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Urban Green

Urban Green

Peter Harnik

Guide on creating and sustaining green spaces within urban settings.

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Ice Age

Ice Age

John Gribbin

Exploration of Earth’s ice ages, climate change, and scientific discoveries about Earth's history.

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Big World, Small Planet

Big World, Small Planet

Johan Rockström

Analysis of the environmental and social impact of human activities on Earth’s ecosystems.

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Sustainable Materials

Sustainable Materials

Julian M. Allwood

Comprehensive overview of sustainable materials and strategies for resource conservation.

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One Billion Hungry

One Billion Hungry

Gordon Conway

Analysis of global hunger and strategies for sustainable agricultural development.

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The World in a Grain

The World in a Grain

Vince Beiser

Examination of sand as a vital resource and its global impact.

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Drawdown

Drawdown

Paul Hawken

Analysis of practical solutions to climate change.

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All We Can Save

All We Can Save

Ayana Elizabeth Johnson

Collection of essays on climate activism and sustainability.

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Climate Justice

Climate Justice

Mary Robinson

Advocates for a fair approach to climate change that prioritizes vulnerable communities.

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A Zero Waste Life

A Zero Waste Life

Anita Vandyke

Practical advice for living a zero waste lifestyle.

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