Böcker i The SAGE Reference Series on Green Society: Toward a Sustainable Future-Series Editor: Paul Robbins-serien

This initial volume in the SAGE Series on Green Society provides an overview of the social and environmental dimensions of our energy system, and the key organizations, policy tools and technologies that can help shape a green-energy economy.

This second volume in the SAGE Series on Green Society covers the availability and distribution of such resources as energy and how they impact economic development, domestic politics, and international cooperation and conflict.

Laying out the contours of the field of agri-food studies, this book draws on scholars of political ecology, rural sociology, geography, and environmental studies to paint a picture of agriculture and food, and provides readers with an understanding of the institutions, practices, and concepts to identify what is "green" food.

Identifying cities that have taken steps to become greener and discussing the strategies they have used, this volume provides an overview of the key concepts used to understand the sustainability dimensions of the urban environment.

Via 150 signed entries, Green Business provides an overview of key principles, approaches, strategies and tools that businesses have used to reduce environmental impacts and contribute to sustainability.

This sixth volume in the SAGE Series on Green Society covers the consumption, availability, and distribution of energy and other resources in the personal consumer environment.

This volume includes topics from the Hannover Principle to green eco-feminism, responsible eco-tourism, corporate values and sustainability, and more, explained by respected experts in the field.

Exploring topics ranging from organic food and health to hazardous waste, 150 articles provide an outstanding reference source examining the green movement within the contexts of personal health and the healthcare industry.

Featuring such disciplines as nanoscience, biochemistry, information technology and environmental engineering, in 150 articles this volume explores the essential role of technology in developments towards a sustainable environment.

From green Hollywood to green spirituality, green art and green restaurants, this volume contains 150 articles exploring the on-going paradigm shift in culture and lifestyles toward promoting a sustainable environment.

Is ethanol production from corn a recipe for famine? Is "clean coal" a viable option or is it simply polluting the energy dilemma? Are genetically modified foods helpful or harmful? This volume includes 150 articles examining these and other green issues and debates.

Part of the "SAGE Series on Green Society", this seventh volume explores the environmental movement's proliferation in the field of education, from elementary school classroom efforts to the university curriculum to building sustainable campuses. It focuses on the critical role of education in building a sustainable future.