| Description |
1 online resource (1 PDF (xiv, 312 pages)) : illustrations (some color) |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 287-298) and index. |
| Contents |
Part I. Connecting to the living earth -- 1. Listening to the voice of the earth -- 2. Preserving the living earth -- 3. Inspiring a sense of wonder -- part II. Choosing sustainable pathways -- 4. Transforming the energy system -- 5. Restoring fertile ground -- 6. Preventing pollution -- part III. Empowering change -- 7. Mobilizing awareness to action -- 8. The new economy : value beyond price -- 9. Building a resilient city -- Conclusion : the power of joined voices. |
| Summary |
Ittsburgh has a rich history of social consciousness in calls for justice and equity. Today, the movement for more sustainable practices is rising in Pittsburgh. Against a backdrop of Marcellus shale gas development, initiatives emerge for a sustainable and resilient response to the climate change and pollution challenges of the twenty-first century. People, institutions, communities and corporations in Pittsburgh are leading the way to a more sustainable future. Examining the experience of a single city, with all of its social and political complexities and long industrial history, allows a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent in adapting to a changing world. Choices for more sustainable pathways for the future include transforming the energy system, restoring infertile ground, and preventing pollution through green chemistry production. Throughout the book, case studies responding to ethical challenges give specific examples of successful ways forward. Inspired by Rachel Carson's voice of precaution in protecting the Earth, this is a book about empowerment and hope. |
| Note |
Print version record. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription MasterFILE Reference Collection |
| Subject |
Environmental protection -- Pennsylvania -- Pittsburgh.
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City planning -- Environmental aspects -- Pennsylvania -- Pittsburgh.
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Sustainable development -- Pennsylvania -- Pittsburgh.
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Urban ecology (Sociology) -- Pennsylvania -- Pittsburgh.
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Pittsburgh (Pa.) -- Environmental conditions.
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SCIENCE -- Environmental Science.
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City planning -- Environmental aspects.
(OCoLC)fst00862209
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Ecology. (OCoLC)fst00901476
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Environmental protection. (OCoLC)fst00913324
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Sustainable development. (OCoLC)fst01139731
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Urban ecology (Sociology) (OCoLC)fst01733718
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Pennsylvania -- Pittsburgh.
(OCoLC)fst01205171
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| Other Form: |
Print version: 0822965011 9780822965015 |
| ISBN |
9780822983002 (electronic book) |
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0822983001 (electronic book) |
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9780822965015 |
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0822965011 |
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