Conservation of the environment
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Conservation of the environment
Paperback. The warming climate will cause the drying up of the water resources in semi-arid and arid regions. This book proposes investment in the development of new water resources and changing the natural environments while educating the local populations. Editor(s): Issar, Arie S. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering. Num Pages: 152 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNK; RNPG; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 266.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642262845
- ISBN
- 9783642262845
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.35
€ 122.35
Tropical Rainforests and Agroforests Under Global Change
. Ed(S): Tscharntke, Teja; Leuschner, Christo...
Paperback. This book covers a broad range of topical research areas regarding rainforests and agroforests. The result is an integrated scientific approach linking ecological, economic and social approaches at different scales. Editor(s): Tscharntke, Teja; Leuschner, Christoph; Veldkamp, Edzo; Faust, Heiko; Guhardja, Edi; Bidin, Arifuddin. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering / Environmental Science. Num Pages: 519 pages, 76 black & white illustrations, 10 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNF; RNK; RNPG; RNU; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 831.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 519
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642262593
- ISBN
- 9783642262593
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 241.06
€ 241.06
Hardcover. This, the first book on paleontology to focus specifically on ecology and conservation science, shows how the long-term insights provided in the fossil record inform our understanding of ecosystem dynamics in ways that the analysis of modern systems cannot. Editor(s): Louys, Julien. Series: Springer Earth System Sciences. Num Pages: 274 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBX; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 21. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642250378
- ISBN
- 9783642250378
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.51
€ 123.51
Paperback. With collected contributions from dozens of scientists from numerous biogeographic regions, this volume deals with characteristics of hard bottom communities. Distributional patterns are described, followed by analyses of the dynamics producing these patterns. Editor(s): Wahl, Martin. Series: Ecological Studies. Num Pages: 470 pages, 35 black & white illustrations, 1 colour illustrations, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBKF; RNCB; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 718.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 470
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642242410
- ISBN
- 9783642242410
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 303.80
€ 303.80
Paperback. The first ever book to focus on the ecosystem functioning of old-growth forests, this exhaustive compendium contains original research by the authors and is global in scope, studying boreal forests in Canada, temperate old-growth forests, and tropical forests. Series: Ecological Studies. Num Pages: 538 pages, 113 black & white illustrations, 32 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNK; TVR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 819.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 538
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642242335
- ISBN
- 9783642242335
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 357.34
€ 357.34
Hardback. This practical guide to the diplomatic negotiation strategies that convince governments and international institutions to protect animal welfare also introduces new approaches to fundraising and is aimed at both pragmatic and compassionate conservationists. Series: Animal Welfare. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; PSAD; PSVS; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642212734
- ISBN
- 9783642212734
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.55
€ 186.55
Soil Enzymology in the Recycling of Organic Wastes and Environmental R...
. Ed(S): Trasar, Carmen; Hernandez, Teresa; G...
Hardback. This volume provides an overview of soil enzymology in organic wastes and environmental restoration. The text looks at the important role soil enzymes play as biomonitors of the evolution of soil quality, and explores the application of molecular techniques as diagnostic tools. Editor(s): Trasar, Carmen; Hernandez, Teresa; Garcia, Carlos; Rad, Carlos; Gonzalez-Carcedo, Salvador. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering. Num Pages: 352 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNK; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 719.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 0 ed
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642211614
- ISBN
- 9783642211614
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.50
€ 187.50
Biology and Conservation of the European Sturgeon Acipenser Sturio L. ...
. Ed(S): Williot, Patrick; Rochard, Eric; Des...
Hardback. This book aims to synthesize our current knowledge of Acipenser sturio and its management. This species, one of the most widespread sturgeon species all over Western Europe ranging from the Black Sea to the Baltic, is now on the verge of extinction. Editor(s): Williot, Patrick; Rochard, Eric; Desse-Berset, Nathalie; Kirschbaum, Frank; Gessner, Jorn. Num Pages: 668 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; RNC; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1202.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 668
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642206108
- ISBN
- 9783642206108
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 243.43
€ 243.43
Hardback. This book reviews the properties, age record and paleogeographic significance of peatlands, covering geology, geomorphology, vegetation and soils that characterize the biophysical environment of tepui summits in the western Guayana Highlands. Editor(s): Zinck, Joseph Alfred; Huber, Otto. Series: Ecological Studies. Num Pages: 312 pages, 75 black & white illustrations, 45 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLSV; PSAF; PSTS; RBG; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 637.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642201370
- ISBN
- 9783642201370
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.98
€ 186.98
Hardback. Covering animal suffering both directly inflicted and indirectly caused by humans, this volume examines the role education can play in improving animal welfare and reducing the vast amount of animal suffering that has been and is currently created by humans. Series: Animal Welfare. Num Pages: 90 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFZ; PSVS; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 163 x 13. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 90
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642168130
- ISBN
- 9783642168130
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.81
€ 185.81
hardcover. This volume is based on the MADAM Project which has been carried out over a ten year period in the mangroves of north Brazil. Written by experts, the book is richly illustrated and successfully integrates natural and social sciences. Editor(s): Saint-Paul, Ulrich; Schneider, Horacio. Series: Ecological Studies. Num Pages: 420 pages, 85 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSP; PSTS; RNF; RNKH; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 866.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 420
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642134562
- ISBN
- 9783642134562
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 241.39
€ 241.39
Hardback. This book advocates a fish quota based on holistic ecosystem modeling and also a plan for sustainable management of the Baltic Sea, which accounts for production of prey and predatory fish, professional and recreational fishing, and fish cage farm production. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering / Environmental Science. Num Pages: 396 pages, 144 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBKF; RNKH; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 752.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 396
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642115615
- ISBN
- 9783642115615
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.50
€ 193.50
Hardback. The warming climate will cause the drying up of the water resources in semi-arid and arid regions. This book proposes investment in the development of new water resources and changing the natural environments while educating the local populations. Editor(s): Issar, Arie S. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering. Num Pages: 152 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNK; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 418.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642106392
- ISBN
- 9783642106392
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.34
€ 125.34
Faunal Ecology and Conservation of the Great Indian Desert
. Ed(S): Sivaperuman, C.; Baqri, Qaiser H.; R...
Paperback. The Great Indian Desert is characterized by harsh climatic conditions and different habitats, from grassland to abandoned human habitations. This book examines the regional climate and microclimatic regime of this desert and its diverse faunal inhabitants. Editor(s): Sivaperuman, C.; Baqri, Qaiser H.; Ramaswamy, G.; Naseema, M. Num Pages: 222 pages, 40 black & white illustrations, 1 colour illustrations, 45 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSVS; RNCB; RNF; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 750.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 222
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642099533
- ISBN
- 9783642099533
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 219.46
€ 219.46
Climatic Changes and Water Resources in the Middle East and North Afri...
. Ed(S): Zereini, Fathi; Hotzl, Heinz
Paperback. Dedicated to priority topics related to the impact of climate change on water resources in a water-scarce region, this book uses different case studies under three key headings, including water resources and management. Contributions come from 64 individuals. Editor(s): Zereini, Fathi; Hotzl, Heinz. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering / Environmental Science. Num Pages: 552 pages, 70 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: RBK; RNK; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 29. Weight in Grams: 866.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2008
- Number of pages
- 552
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642098710
- ISBN
- 9783642098710
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 241.37
€ 241.37
Paperback. This book is a global synthesis of fire in tropical ecosystems. In detailing the fire situations of 17 tropical systems, it discusses all relevant subjects ranging from causes of fire to human land use and climate change to long range implications. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 682 pages, 80 black & white illustrations, 50 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RBP; RNK; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1125.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 682
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642096020
- ISBN
- 9783642096020
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 412.80
€ 412.80
Paperback. Editor(s): Varis, Olli; Tortajada, Cecilia; Biswas, Asit K. Series: Water Resources Development and Management. Num Pages: 304 pages, 18 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: LNKJ; RNF; RNK; RP; TQSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2008
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642094330
- ISBN
- 9783642094330
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 186.14
€ 186.14
Paperback. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering / Environmental Science. Num Pages: 623 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBP; RGM; RNK; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 991.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2007
- Number of pages
- 623
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642091506
- ISBN
- 9783642091506
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 242.14
€ 242.14
Sustainable Land Use in Mountainous Regions of Southeast Asia
. Ed(S): Heidhus, Franz J.; Herrmann, Ludger;...
Paperback. Editor(s): Heidhus, Franz J.; Herrmann, Ludger; Neef, Andreas; Neidhart, Sybille; Pape, Jens; Sruamsiri, Pittaya; Thu, Dao Chau; Zarate, Anne Valle. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering. Num Pages: 404 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RGB; RGL; RNK; RNR; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 664.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2007
- Number of pages
- 404
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642090301
- ISBN
- 9783642090301
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 240.07
€ 240.07
Paperback. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering / Environmental Science. Num Pages: 464 pages, 56 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PNV; RBKC; RNK; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 706.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642085895
- ISBN
- 9783642085895
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 356.71
€ 356.71
The Kyoto Protocol: International Climate Policy for the 21st Century
Oberthur, Sebastian; Ott, Hermann
Paperback. Num Pages: 360 pages, 15 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: KCN; RNK; TQD; TQK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 587.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1999
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642085758
- ISBN
- 9783642085758
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 186.69
€ 186.69
Paperback. Editor(s): Schernewski, Gerald; Schiewer, Ulrich. Series: Central and Eastern European Development Studies (CEEDES). Num Pages: 398 pages, 91 black & white illustrations, 29 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 1QSB; PSAF; PSPM; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
- Number of pages
- 398
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642076909
- ISBN
- 9783642076909
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 186.98
€ 186.98
Paperback. Series: Ecological Studies. Num Pages: 212 pages, 31 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1HFG; KNAL; RNC; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642076299
- ISBN
- 9783642076299
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.39
€ 122.39
Paperback. Editor(s): Lacerda, Luiz Drude de. Series: Environmental Science and Engineering / Environmental Science. Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RG; RNCB; RNK; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642075858
- ISBN
- 9783642075858
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 186.09
€ 186.09