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paperback. This text has been developed from a workshop on "Technological Change in Agriculture and Tropical Deforestation" organized by the Center for International Forestry Research and held in Costa Rica in March, 1999. It explores how intensification of agriculture affects tropical deforestation. Editor(s): Angelsen, A.; Kaimowitz, David. Num Pages: 440 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1QMT; RNPD; TVB; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 440
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851994512
- ISBN
- 9780851994512
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 99.02
€ 99.02
Contains papers, selected from Acid Rain 2005, the 7th International Conference on Acid Deposition, that take a broad perspective of the issues, emphasizing a number of themes: the emission, concentration and deposition of pollutants; and nitrogen and trace elements in ecosystems and their effects on forests, water and soil. Editor(s): Brimblecombe, Peter; Hara, Hiroshi; Houle, Daniel; Novak, Martin (Czech Geological Survey, Prague, Czech Republic). Num Pages: 419 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 276 x 203 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1210.
- Number of pages
- 427
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- 2007th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402058844
- ISBN
- 9781402058844
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 207.12€ 125.71
€ 207.12
€ 125.71
Editor(s): Cheng, Ming; Liu, Wen. Num Pages: 343 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 263 x 187 x 30. Weight in Grams: 952.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 343
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781606929070
- ISBN
- 9781606929070
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 138.08€ 93.53
€ 138.08
€ 93.53
Editor(s): Ensor, Jonathan; Huq, Saleemul; Berger, Rachel. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; KCN; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 170 x 19. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853397905
- ISBN
- 9781853397905
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 86.01
€ 86.01
hardcover. Contains several interesting articles dealing with different aspects of environmental disclosures. This book addresses the Kyoto Protocol on an international level, discusses how an accountant measures pollution-related performance and cost, and investigates the motive behind disclosure of environmental information. Editor(s): Freedman, Martin; Jaggi, Bikki. Series: Advances in Environmental Accounting & Management. Num Pages: 212 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KFC; KJG; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762313662
- ISBN
- 9780762313662
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 178.56
€ 178.56
Climatic Change and Global Warming of Inland Waters
. Ed(S): Goldman, Charles R.; Kumagai, Michio...
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
€ 159.55
€ 159.55
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
€ 57.54
€ 57.54
The Long-term Economics of Climate Change. Beyond a Doubling of Greenh...
. Ed(S): Hall, Darwin C.; Hall, Jane Vise; Ho...
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
€ 136.31
€ 136.31
Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Modified Organisms
. Ed(S): Hilbeck, A.; Andow, David A.
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
€ 146.25
€ 146.25
Environment and Livelihoods in Tropical Coastal Zones: Managing Agricu...
. Ed(S): Hoanh, C. T.; Tuong, T. P.; Gowing, ...
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
€ 231.50
€ 231.50
The Gold Coast Transformed. From Wilderness to Urban Ecosystem.
. Ed(S): Hundloe, Tor; Mcdougall, Bridgette; ...
Paperback. Looks at the impacts of environmentally destructive development on the Gold Coast's beaches, wildlife, and terrestrial and marine environments. Editor(s): Hundloe, Tor; McDougall, Bridgette; Page, Craig. Num Pages: 224 pages, Colour photographs, Maps, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MBFQ; RNP; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 170. Weight in Grams: 568.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- CSIRO Publishing Australia
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781486303298
- ISBN
- 9781486303298
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.20
€ 70.20
Air Pollution and the Forests of Developing and Rapidly Industrialisin...
. Ed(S): Innes, J. L.; Haron, A.h.; Hassan, H...
hardcover. This text examines the importance of air pollution for the forests of rapidly industrializing countries and regions. The problems presented by air pollution are placed within the more general context of sustainable development and the historical legacy that they are attempting to deal with. Editor(s): Innes, J. L.; Haron, A.H.; Hassan, Haron Abu (Institute of Foresters, Malaysia). Series: IUFRO Research S. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; 1KL; 1QFG; RGBL; RNP; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851994819
- ISBN
- 9780851994819
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.48
€ 133.48
Hardback. This book provides a review, written by international forest scientists, of what is known about the impact of elevated CO2 and other greenhouse gases, on forest ecosystems. Editor(s): Karnosky, D.F.; etc.; Ceulemans, R. (University of Antwerp, Belgium); Scarascia-Mugnozza, G. (University of Tuscia, Italy); Innes, J.L. (University of British Columbia, Canada). Series: IUFRO Research S. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNPG; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 862.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995519
- ISBN
- 9780851995519
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 278.41
€ 278.41
Transformation Products of Emerging Contaminants in the Environment
. Ed(S): Lambropoulou, Dimitra A.; Nollet, Le...
Hardback. Covering transformation products, rather than primary compounds, this title gathers, specifies, synthesizes, and advances existing knowledge of the most important transformation product (TPs) of the main groups of emerging contaminants with potential concern to human health and the environment. Editor(s): Lambropoulou, Dimitra A.; Nollet, Leo M. L. Num Pages: 964 pages, illustrations (black and white), maps (black and white). BIC Classification: RNP; TQK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 259 x 183 x 64. Weight in Grams: 2142.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 964
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118339596
- ISBN
- 9781118339596
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 439.46
€ 439.46
Paperback. Addresses the need for a solid understanding of fluvial processes and aquatic ecology in order to predict both river and salmonid response to restoration projects. This volume will be of interest to geomorphologists, aquatic biologists, civil engineers, planners, and all those interested in the interface of science and policy. Editor(s): Montgomery, David; Bolton, Susan; Booth, Derek; Wall, Leslie. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations, charts. BIC Classification: 1KBBWS; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 155 x 29. Weight in Grams: 699.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295982953
- ISBN
- 9780295982953
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 60.75
€ 60.75
Adaptation is the poor cousin of the climate change challenge - the glamour of international debate is around global mitigation agreements, while the bottom-up activities of adaptation, carried out in community halls and local government offices, are often overlooked. Editor(s): Palutikof, Jean P.; Boulter, Sarah L.; Ash, Andrew J.; Stafford Smith, Mark; Parry, Martin; Waschka, Marie; Guitart, Daniela. Num Pages: 386 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 195 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1104.
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 386
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470674963
- ISBN
- 9780470674963
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 178.71
€ 178.71
The book advances knowledge about climate change adaptation practices through a series of case studies. It presents important evidence about adaptation practices in agriculture, businesses, the coastal zone, community services, disaster management, ecosystems, indigneous populations, and settlements and infrastructure. Editor(s): Palutikof, Jean P.; Boulter, Sarah L.; Barnett, Jon; Rissik, David. Num Pages: 496 pages. BIC Classification: 1MBF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 190 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1238.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118845011
- ISBN
- 9781118845011
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 151.48
€ 151.48
Paperback. Pollutants, Human Health and the Environment is a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of environmental pollutants that are of current concern to human health. Clearly structured throughout, the main body of the book is divided by pollutant type with a chapter devoted to each group of pollutants. Editor(s): Plant, Jane, CBE; Voulvoulis, Nick; Ragnarsdottir, K. Vala. Num Pages: 356 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 199 x 260 x 16. Weight in Grams: 670.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470742600
- ISBN
- 9780470742600
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 101.80
€ 101.80
The Water Framework Directive. Ecological and Chemical Status Monitori...
. Ed(S): Quevauviller, Philippe P.; Borchers,...
The Water Framework Directive imposes wide scale monitoring programs for all waters to achieve "good status" objectives by 2015. Editor(s): Quevauviller, Philippe P.; Borchers, Ulrich; Thompson, Clive; Simonart, Tristan. Series: Water Quality Measurements. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps (some col.). BIC Classification: 1QFE; LNKJ; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 175 x 32. Weight in Grams: 988.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470518366
- ISBN
- 9780470518366
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 293.75
€ 293.75
hardcover. Reviews how vegetation and soils act as naturally occurring buffers which use up the gases responsible for global warming and the greenhouse effect. This book provides information on the importance of these sinks, how they may respond to increased greenhouse gas emissions, how we can protect them and how they can help us mitigate climate change. Editor(s): Reay, Dave; Hewitt, Nick; Smith, K.; Grace, J. Num Pages: 448 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: KNAL; RBP; RNPG; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 22. Weight in Grams: 848.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845931896
- ISBN
- 9781845931896
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 139.86
€ 139.86
hardcover. Written by international experts, this book is a comprehensive examination of the potential effects climate change, particularly greenhouses gases, will have on agrosystems. It also reviews the effects such systems have on climate change itself. Editor(s): Reddy, K. R.; Hodges, H.F. Num Pages: 488 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RNPG; TQ; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1021.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1.
- SKU
- V9780851994390
- ISBN
- 9780851994390
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 167.93
€ 167.93
Hardback. Editor(s): Rotberg, Robert I.; Rabb, Theodore K. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 292 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBA; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691642413
- ISBN
- 9780691642413
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.22
€ 140.22
Climate and History: Studies in Interdisciplinary History
. Ed(S): Rotberg, Robert I.; Rabb, Theodore K...
paperback. Editor(s): Rotberg, Robert I.; Rabb, Theodore K. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 292 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBA; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 399.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691614830
- ISBN
- 9780691614830
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.92
€ 59.92
Hardback. Introduces readers to the important concepts for understanding the environmental challenges and consequences of deforestation. Contributions from scientists and academics in the social sciences and humanities provide readers with an initial tool kit for understanding the concepts central to their disciplinary perspective. Editor(s): Spray, Sharon L.; Moran, Matt. Series: Exploring Environmental Challenges: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Num Pages: 176 pages, figures. BIC Classification: RNPD; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 238 x 163 x 20. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742534810
- ISBN
- 9780742534810
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 160.56
€ 160.56