Rodney W. Bovey

Gebundenes Buch

Our Most Significant Environmental Problems and What Could Be Done

Beschreibung

Dive into the Depth of the Planet's Most Pressing Issues - Unraveling the Layers of Environmental Challenges and Exploring Potential Solutions. Every Step Counts Towards a Sustainable Future! Our Most Significant Environmental Problems and What Could Be Done is a comprehensive, insightful book that will guide you through the intricate web of environmental problems currently threatening our planet. This compelling read will broaden your perspective, making you grasp the gravity of our current situation and the urgency of adopting sustainable practices. Each chapter of the book unravels a different environmental problem, from deforestation to plastic pollution, climate change to biodiversity loss. The author masterfully details the causes, impacts and potential strategies to combat each issue. The book's narrative doesn't merely underline the problems; it provides a roadmap to potential solutions, encouraging readers to participate in the change process. The author, a renowned environmentalist, utilizes an easy-to-understand language, making the book accessible to anyone, regardless of their background knowledge on environmental issues. The blend of captivating storytelling and hard-hitting facts presents a balanced view of each issue, enabling readers to comprehend the complexities involved. Throughout the book, the emphasis is not just on the problems, but also on the solutions. The author shares various ways in which individuals, communities, and governments can contribute to a sustainable future. It highlights that each step, no matter how small, can make a significant difference. Our Most Significant Environmental Problems and What Could Be Done is not just a book; it's a wake-up call, a guide, and a compass leading us towards a better, more sustainable future. It is an essential read for anyone who cares about the environment and wants to be part of the solution. The book will leave you informed, inspired and ready to take action. With its powerful message and actionable advice, Our Most Significant Environmental Problems and What Could Be Done is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to understand and address the environmental challenges of our time.

Autor

Dr. Rodney Bovey was raised on a livestock and wheat farm in northern Idaho. He received the B.S. Degree in Vocational Agriculture and the M.S. Degree in Agronomy with a minor in Agricultural Chemistry from the University of Idaho in 1956 and 1959 respectively. In 1959 he was hired by the University of Nebraska as an Instructor in Agronomy and Research Leader of the Use of Aircraft in Agriculture. He also completed the Ph D in Agronomy with a minor in Botany at the University of Nebraska in 1964. Dr. Bovey was employed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture-Agriculture Research Service from 1964 to 1994 as a Research Agronomist to develop weed and brush management on southwest rangelands at Texas A&M University.He later served as an adjunct professor at Texas A&M, Department of Ecosystem Science and Management from 1994 to 2016. During his career Dr. Bovey and co-workers published over 300 scientific papers and several books.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Palmetto Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 144
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 260mm x 208mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 547g
• ISBN-13: 9798822959538
• Artikelnr.: 72628977