In this Book
- Hope for a Heated Planet: How Americans Are Fighting Global Warming and Building a Better Future
- Book
- 2009
- Published by: Rutgers University Press
summary
The book presents all the players in the most pressing challenge facing society today, from the massive fossil fuel lobby to the enlightened corporations that are joining the movement to "go green." Musil thoroughly explains the tremendous potential of renewable energy sourcesùwind, solar, and biofuelùand the startling conclusions of experts who say society can do away entirely with fossil fuels. He tells readers about the engaged politicians, activists, religious groups, and students who are already working together against climate change.
Table of Contents
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- Introduction
- pp. 1-12
- 3: The Power of the Carbon Lobby
- pp. 47-61
- 6: The New Climate Movement
- pp. 103-129
- 7: Where Do Emissions and Energy Come From?
- pp. 130-154
- 8: Energy Futures
- pp. 155-181
- 9: Creating Hope: What You Can Do
- pp. 182-206
Additional Information
ISBN
9780813546230
Related ISBN(s)
9780813544113
MARC Record
OCLC
311593395
Pages
280
Launched on MUSE
2012-01-01
Language
English
Open Access
No