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The environment

Paperback. Practical measures to reduce the impacts of development on terrestrial wildlife, promoting ecologically sustainable development. Editor(s): Gleeson, James; Gleeson, Deborah. Num Pages: 248 pages, Photographs, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNF; RNKH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 170. Weight in Grams: 456.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
CSIRO Publishing Australia
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780643100329
ISBN
9780643100329
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 107.00

This book explores Australia's unique predator communities from pre-historic, historic and current perspectives. Editor(s): Glen, Alistair S.; Dickman, Christopher R. Num Pages: 448 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MBF; PDX; PSV; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 277 x 212 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1748.
Publication date
2014
Publisher
CSIRO Publishing Australia
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9780643103108
ISBN
9780643103108
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 105.62

paperback. Editor(s): Globus Veldman, Robin; Szasz, Andrew; Haluza-Delay, Randolph. Num Pages: 344 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRAM3; JHM; KCN; RNPG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 639.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781138656536
ISBN
9781138656536
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.52

hardcover. This text discusses the importance of mountain regions, and the precariousness of mountain tourism in the context of ecosystem and cultural conservation. Case studies of mountain tourism existing along with environmental sustainability and community well-being are included. Editor(s): Godde, P.; etc.; Price, M. (Environmental Change Unit, University of Oxford); Zimmermann, F.M. (Department of Geography, University of Graz, Austria). Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: GTF; KNSG; RGBS; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 862.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851993911
ISBN
9780851993911
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.81

Effects of global warming on the physical, chemical, ecological structure and function and biodiversity of freshwater ecosystems are not well understood and there are many opinions on how to adapt aquatic environments to global warming in order to minimize the negative effects of climate change. Editor(s): Goldman, Charles R.; Kumagai, Michio; Robarts, Richard D. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps (some col.). BIC Classification: RBKF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 175 x 28. Weight in Grams: 920.
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
496
Condition
New
SKU
V9781119968665
ISBN
9781119968665
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 154.77

hardcover. Offers comparative and transnational insights that disturb romantic views of unchanging indigenous knowledges in harmony with the environment. Editor(s): Gordon, David McCall; Krech, Shepard, III. Series: Ecology & History. Num Pages: 368 pages, yes. BIC Classification: JHBT; RNA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 28. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Ohio University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780821419960
ISBN
9780821419960
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.71

Paperback. Trends such as the massive growth in availability of air travel and air freight are among those which have led to aviation becoming one of the fastest growing emitters of greenhouse gases. Presenting the science of the environmental issues, this book covers drivers and trends of growth, socio-economics and politics, as well as mitigation options. Editor(s): Gossling, Stefan; Upham, Paul. Series: Earthscan Climate. Num Pages: 408 pages, Figures, tables, index. BIC Classification: KNDV; RNPG; TRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 638.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844076208
ISBN
9781844076208
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.30

hardcover. This text contains new concepts and systems approaches of use for the management of rangeland resources by the people that live there and the institutions and organizations that support them. Editor(s): Grice, A.C.; Hodgkinson, K.C. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 163 x 241 x 22. Weight in Grams: 750.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851995236
ISBN
9780851995236
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 221.10

Paperback. Editor(s): Gunawardena, E. R. N.; Gopal, Brij; Kotagama, Hemesiri. Num Pages: 404 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FK; KNBW; RNFD; TQSW. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 21. Weight in Grams: 748.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
404
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138663886
ISBN
9781138663886
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.06

Hardback. Ecological resilience provides a theoretical foundation for understanding how complex systems adapt to and recover from localized disturbances like hurricanes, fires, pest outbreaks, and floods, as well as large-scale perturbations such as climate change. This book collects important articles on the subject of ecological resilience. Editor(s): Gunderson, Lance H.; Allen, Craig R.; Holling, C. S. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC; RNK; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 755.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Island Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9781597265102
ISBN
9781597265102
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 101.21

Paperback. This volume examines theories of resilience and change, offering readers a thorough understanding of how the properties of ecological resilience and human adaptability interact in complex, regional-scale systems. Editor(s): Gunderson, Lance H.; Pritchard, Lowell; Pritchard Jr, Lowell (both Department of Environmental Studies, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, USA). Num Pages: 240 pages, tables, figures, index. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 150 x 18. Weight in Grams: 426.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Island Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781559639712
ISBN
9781559639712
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.66

Paperback. This volume of essays explores the significance of water and the current ecological crisis and examines this from both scientific and theological insights. It also examines the relevance of key biblical passages relating to water as a positive and a negative force. Editor(s): Habel, Norm; Trudinger, Peter L. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 227.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
ATF Press Australia
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9781921817069
ISBN
9781921817069
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 15.87

Paperback / so. "Sustainability Indicators" helps planners and policy makers find indicators that are ready for application and relevant to their needs, and will help researchers identify the unresolved issues where progress is most urgently needed. All readers will find advice as to the most effective ways to use indicators to support decision making. Editor(s): Hak, Tomas; Moldan, Bedrich (Charles Univ., Prague, Czech Republic Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic Charles Univ., Prague Charles Univ., Prague, Czech Republic Charles Univ., Prague, Czech Republic Charles Univ., Prague, Czech Republic Charles Univ., Prague); Dahl, Arthur Lyon. Series: Scope. Num Pages: 413 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNF; TQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 154 x 23. Weight in Grams: 600.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Island Press United States
Number of pages
413
Condition
New
SKU
V9781597261319
ISBN
9781597261319
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 87.48

hardcover. Contains scenarios of geophysical and economic impacts from global warming beyond a doubling of greenhouse gases. This work examines geophysical, ecological, and economic impacts, alternative scenarios with and without policy intervention, institutional change, political-economic barriers to effective policy, and prescriptions for change. Editor(s): Hall, Darwin C.; Hall, Jane Vise; Howarth, Richard B. Series: Advances in the Economics of Environmental Resources S. Num Pages: 348 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KCN; RNF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 664.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
Number of pages
348
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780762303052
ISBN
9780762303052
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 164.44

Paperback. Large predators are among the most threatened species on the planet and ways of conserving them in the face of increasing human populations and associated resource requirements are becoming critical. Editor(s): Hayward, Matt W.; Somers, Michael. Series: Conservation Science and Practice. Num Pages: 480 pages. BIC Classification: PS. Dimension: 239 x 163. Weight in Grams: 888.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405176804
ISBN
9781405176804
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 117.62

Paperback. Examining specific environmental debates, this study suggests the environment is a concept and a set of cultural values constructed by our use of language. It explores how genres such as nature writing have influenced discourse, and investigates the impact of cultural traditions. Editor(s): Herndl, Carl G.; Brown, Stuart C. Num Pages: 320 pages, 2 b&w photographs, 2 line illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DSBH; JFC; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 506.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University of Wisconsin Press United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780299149949
ISBN
9780299149949
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.66

hardcover. Using a case study of Bt maize in Kenya, this book explores the environmental impacts of transgenic plants and the methods used to evaluate these impacts. It draws out general risk assessment guidelines, and demonstrates the need for case-by-case analysis. It's findings and recommendations are applicable to a multitude of nations and GM crops. Editor(s): Hilbeck, A.; Andow, David A. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations, col. maps. BIC Classification: 1HFGK; RNP; TVKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 24. Weight in Grams: 735.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
Publication date
2004
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780851998619
ISBN
9780851998619
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 210.95

hardcover. Focuses on the challenges people face in managing agricultural crops, aquaculture, fisheries and related ecosystems in inland areas of coastal zones in the tropics of Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. This book discusses the nature of the conflicts and identifies what is known and not known about how to manage them. Editor(s): Hoanh, C. T.; Tuong, T. P.; Gowing, J. W. (University of Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK); Hardy, B. Series: Comprehensive Assessment of Water Management in Agriculture Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RNP; TVB; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 23. Weight in Grams: 885.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Cabi United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845931070
ISBN
9781845931070
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 227.77

Examines the social vulnerability to climate change among farmers at different scales, the linking of climate change with policy in agricultural water management, and results of water management on green-house gas emission as an effort in climate change mitigation. Editor(s): Hoanh, Chu Thai; Smakhtin, Vladimir; Johnston, Robyn. Series: CABI Climate Change Series. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1QFG; RNFD; RNPG; TV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 189. .
Publication date
2015
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780643663
ISBN
9781780643663
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 92.31

Paperback. Focuses on response phase monitoring for maritime spills. Editor(s): Hook, Sharon; Batley, Graeme; Ross, Andrew; Holloway, Michael; Irving, Paul. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: RBKC; RNF; RNFD; V. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 170. Weight in Grams: 700.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
CSIRO Publishing Australia
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781486306343
ISBN
9781486306343
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 76.14