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First published in 1990, this book was not meant to represent one view or approach. The only unifying element is the subject matter. There are not only disagreements over the interpretation of objective facts, but there is a fundamental difference in the pursuit of scientific knowledge. It set out to broaden the scope of discussion.

Originally published in 1988, for this volume the editors chose to deal directly with current developments in environmental participation. Bringing together contributions that range from studies of hands-on user participation to explorations on a much broader scale of the role we all play in shaping our environment.

First published in 1988, chapters in this volume deal directly with research on those environmental matters on which government agencies and other organisations formulate policies or develop design strategies. Covering assessment and evaluation of designs and design proposals as well as background research to policy issues.

First published in 1988, this book looks at our growing understanding of the ways in which human actions are integrated within our knowledge of the places in which those actions occur. It also explores the social historical antecedents that give meaning to our everyday surroundings and the psychological underpinnings to aesthetic experience.

This book employs cutting-edge digital and spatial methodologies to tackle the critical issue of religious site scarcity across China for five major religions: Protestantism, Catholicism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Islam, spanning the period from 1911 to 2004.

Global concerns and local problems are increasing not only in urban areas but also in regions where the human impact is minimal.

This accessible shortform book describes storm surge forecasting to enable port managers and practitioners to forecast these and mitigate their effects. This is particularly useful as global warming increases the severity of typhoons, particularly windstorms and storm surge disasters, globally.

This book provides an in-depth analysis and critical examination of the representation of ethnic, sexual, cultural and individual identities in selected literary works by contemporary writers from Northeast India. It will be of interest to academics focusing on Indian English literature, postcolonial literature and South Asian Studies.

Water professionals working in the industry require a license to work in water plants and Math Problems in Water and Wastewater aids readers in preparing for the mathematics portion of these exams.

In this edited volume, Verma and Dubey collate important discussions from international researchers to address major innovations in the sustainable industrial applications of biomass wastes including processing fundamentals, extraction, purification, properties, and industrial applications.

This book is a critical exploration of motorsport's contribution to 'the green transition', understood as a societal shift towards a fossil-free future, a circular economy, and greater social inclusiveness.

This book is a primary source collection of thirty speeches of the Cold War from 1917 to 1991, representing a cross section of leaders on all sides of the conflict from North America, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia.

This book contains the first comprehensive history using extensive primary sources to trace the disaster response the regime engaged in, contextualizing its contribution to the public risk that remains in Romania's capital Bucharest.

The Routledge Handbook of Tourism Geographies, 2nd Edition offers a comprehensive re-evaluation of the recent developments, conceptual, theoretical, and empirical debates, and critical issues in this field of study.

Designing homeliness: everyday practices of care proposes an interdisciplinary lens to investigate home.

"What a venturesome life Michael Ghiglieri has lived--most of it in or on water--and what a gorgeous rhapsody to rivers he's written!"--Hampton Sides, New York Times bestselling author of The Wide Wide SeaVeteran wilderness guide Michael P. Ghiglieri takes you into the unknown--among white-water rapids, crocodiles, hippos, gorillas, lions, and impossible waterfalls. His riveting memoir not only serves up true high adventure, it also presents the ecology, natural history, conservation (or the lack of it), and exploration history of nine far-flung wilderness regions across the globe.Into the Unknown reveals what the natural world looks like through a professional's eyes during "adventure" travel, when things start sliding toward the edge. This insider memoir recounts ten sagas of extreme expeditions into Earth's most amazing wilderness regions to illustrate their realities, science, allure, history, risks to life and limb, and ultimate fates. Many of these regions have now vanished to "progress." Others are imperiled. Only a few are protected. But all are, or were, places where exotic beauty and danger are inseparable.

This book addresses the now considerable interest in the concept of cultural cold war as a means of advancing ideologies. It will appeal to academics, postgraduate researchers, advanced undergraduates, and others interested in recent international history and the comparative politics of ideas.

The Ethics of Collecting Trauma offers an interdisciplinary dialogue on the ethics of contemporary museums that are involved in collecting moments of collective trauma.

The Ethics of Collecting Trauma offers an interdisciplinary dialogue on the ethics of contemporary museums that are involved in collecting moments of collective trauma.

The Lowland South American World provides both an in-depth knowledge of Lowland South American life ways and engaging readers in urgent social, environmental and political issues in the contemporary world. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of anthropology, Latin American studies and indigenous studies.

Rob Verchick explores what climate resilience looks like on the ground, taking the reader on a journey into the field. Engaging and accessible for nonexpert concerned citizens, this book empowers readers to face the climate crisis and shows what we can do to adapt and thrive.

The global food security landscape is increasingly precarious, with the intricate interplay between water, energy, and food resources becoming more pronounced amid rising scarcity and environmental challenges. As demands for these essential resources escalate, the need for a comprehensive understanding of their interconnectedness has never been more urgent. Trade-offs between these sectors are emerging, highlighting the critical need for cross-sectoral efficiencies and strategic investment frameworks. Balancing Water-Energy-Food Security in the Era of Environmental Change offers a comprehensive solution to this complex challenge. The book equips professionals and researchers with the tools needed to navigate the water-energy-food nexus by providing cutting-edge theoretical frameworks and empirical research findings. It offers strategic insights for agricultural enterprises, enabling them to forecast, plan, and control costs effectively, ultimately enhancing their disaster risk management and societal resilience strategies.

This book aims to present the practical application of an IoT model that can be used as the solution to the problems of water facilities.

Intelligent Buildings and Infrastructure with Sustainable and Social Values, Third edition is a comprehensive guide to the latest knowledge on the design, management, operation and technology of intelligent buildings and cities for sustainable developments that meet the needs of users now and in the future.

A story of mothering amidst a climate crisis to shape futures that will flourish under the politics of care.