Earth in the Balance
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- 16 hodin čítania
Al Gore leads the charge against climate change, the world's greatest threat. This book lets you know Gore.
Tento autor sa zameriava na naliehavé environmentálne problémy a našu kolektívnu zodpovednosť za ich riešenie. Jeho práca skúma zložité vzťahy medzi ľudskou činnosťou, globálnymi ekosystémami a budúcnosťou planéty. Prostredníctvom prenikavého písania a angažovaného prístupu sa snaží informovať a inšpirovať čitateľov k zamysleniu sa nad ich vplyvom na životné prostredie a k podpore udržateľných riešení.







Al Gore leads the charge against climate change, the world's greatest threat. This book lets you know Gore.
Kniha amerického viceprezidenta a kandidáta na úřad prezidenta s tematikou životního prostředí. Globální oteplování, bezhlavé chrlení odpadů, šíření pouští, destrukce ozonosféry, ztráta samočisticích schopností atmosféry, mizení lesa, ohrožení hydrosféry, to vše jsou nepříjemné věci, které se na lidstvo v současné době valí v souvislosti s globální ekologickou krizí. Gore se však nespokojuje pouze s tím, že by vyčísloval nejdůležitější hrozby, které pro nás ekologická krize představuje, ale naznačuje i cesty k dosažení východiska. Klade především důraz na každého z nás, jak se dokážeme se změnami vyrovnat nebo ztotožnit. Al Gore líčí své názory na politiku a ekonomiku, věnuje prostor vlastnostem člověka a lidské společnosti a z pozice věřícího člověka analyzuje vliv a možnosti náboženství.
Worldchanging is poised to be the Whole Earth Catalog for this millennium. Written by leading new thinkers who believe that the means for building a better future lie all around us, Worldchanging is packed with the information, resources, reviews, and ideas that give readers the tools they need to make a difference. Brought together by Alex Steffen, co-founder of the popular and award-winning web site Worldchanging.com, this team of top-notch writers includes Cameron Sinclair, founder of Architecture for Humanity, Geekcorps founder Ethan Zuckerman, sustainable food expert Anna Lappé, and many others. Renowned designer Stefan Sagmeister brings his extraordinary talents to Worldchanging, resulting in a book that will challenge readers to personally redefine the conversation about the future
In The Future, former US Vice President Al Gore, explores the political, social and economic forces that are shaping what America and the world will become in ensuing decades. From demographics to democracy, Gore explores what he calls the 'Drivers of Global Change', framing the international conversation about the future in fresh and provocative ways. With this new work, Gore hopes to help start a conversation about the large-scale drivers of change that are defining and shaping our future - from the rapid development and integration of radically new technologies to the planet-changing impact of the climate crisis, to poverty, globalization, and the democratisation of knowledge accompanying the emergence of a ubiquitous internet linking ever more intelligent devices.
It is now abundantly clear that we have at our fingertips all of the tools we need to solve the climate crisis. The only missing ingredient is collective will.Properly understood, the climate crisis is an unparalleled opportunity to finally and effectively address many persistent causes of suffering and misery that have long been neglected, and to transform the prospects of future generations, giving them a chance to live healthier, more prosperous lives as they continue their pursuit of happiness.Our Choice gathers in one place all of the most effective solutions that are available now and that, together, will solve this crisis. It is meant to depoliticize the issue as much as possible and inspire readers to take action—not only on an individual basis but as participants in the political processes by which every country, and the world as a whole, makes the choice that now confronts us.There is an old African proverb that says, "If you want to go quickly, go alone; if you want to go far, go together."We have to go far, quickly.We can solve the climate crisis. It will be hard, to be sure, but if we can make the choice to solve it, I have no doubt whatsoever that we can and will succeed.—AL GORE, from the introduction
From the former vice president and #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author comes a frank and clear-eyed assessment of six critical drivers of global change in the decades to come. Gore identifies the emerging forces that are reshaping the world.
New York Times bestseller: A visionary analysis of the degradation of our public sphere and its consequences for our democracy. Nobel Peace Prize winner, bestselling author, activist, and political icon, Al Gore has become one of the most respected and influential public intellectuals in America today. The Assault on Reason takes an unprecedented look at how faith in the power of reasonâ€"the idea that citizens can govern themselves through rational debate
"An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power is a daring call to action, exposing the reality of how humankind has aided in the destruction of our planet and groundbreaking information on what you can do now. Vice President Al Gore, a leading expert in climate change, combines cutting-edge research from top scientists around the world with photos, personal anecdotes, and observations to document the fast pace and wide scope of global warming. He presents, with alarming clarity and conclusiveness, that the fact of global climate change is not in question and that its consequences for the world we live in will be disastrous if left unchecked. Follow Vice President Gore around the globe as he tells a story of change in the making and offers real actionable steps that you can take to help reverse the damage. This riveting and thought-provoking book is a must-have for everyone who cares deeply about our planet."--Page 4 de la couverture
The Democratic candidates outline their proposals concerning the economy, crime, education, energy, the environment, health care, housing, national security, business, space, trade, and welfare
Discusses how government now costs less and works better.
Al Gore, der ehemalige Vizepräsident der USA, Friedensnobelpreisträger und Bestsellerautor, wagt in seinem neuen Buch einen Blick in die Zukunft. Er identifiziert diejenigen Kräfte, die unser Leben in den kommenden Jahrzehnten am stärksten verändern werden, und zeichnet so ein beeindruckend detailliertes Bild der Welt von morgen. Denn, so Gore, nur wem es gelingt, die Chancen und Risiken der Zukunft zu erkennen, kann sie auch gestalten. Wir leben in einer Zeit umwälzender Veränderungen. Aus der Vielzahl der Kräfte, die unsere Welt formen, greift Al Gore diejenigen heraus, die unsere Zukunft am radikalsten prägen werden: Neben der weiter zunehmenden Globalisierung der Wirtschaft sind das die Verschiebung der geopolitischen Machtverhältnisse, eine fehlgeleitete, allein auf Wachstum ausgerichtete Wirtschaftspolitik, der nicht nachhaltige Umgang mit unserer Umwelt und unseren Ressourcen sowie die Revolutionen in der digitalen Kommunikation, in der Biotechnik, den Neurowissenschaften und der Gentechnik. Inwiefern wir diese Entwicklungen gewinnbringend nutzen können und ab wann sie für uns zum Risiko werden, das debattiert Gore in seinem neuen, umfassenden Bestseller über unsere Zukunft.
Overzicht in woord en beeld van de milieu-effecten die de door de mens veroorzaakte klimaatverandering met zich meebrengt.
La Tierra En Juego Ecología Y Conciencia Humana de Gore Al. Barcelona, 1993.
349pages. in-8. Broché.