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Water Resilience for Human Prosperity

By: Johan Rockström

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Water Resilience for Human Prosperity

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A new approach to water-resources for researchers, professionals and graduate students, focusing on global sustainability and socio-ecological resilience to change.

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1107024196

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Breaking Boundaries

The Science of Our Planet

By: Johan Rockström,Owen Gaffney

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Breaking Boundaries

The Science of Our Planet

By: Johan Rockström,Owen Gaffney

On the brink of a critical moment in human history, this book presents a vision of "planetary stewardship" - a rethinking of our relationship with our planet - and plots a new course for our future. The authors, whose work is the subject of a new Netflix documentary released in summer 2021 and narrated by Sir David Attenborough, reveal the full scale of the planetary emergency we face - but also how we can stabilise Earth's life support system. The necessary change is within our power if we act now. In 2009, scientists identified nine planetary boundaries that keep Earth stable, ranging from biodiversity to ozone. Beyond these boundaries lurk tipping points. To stop short of these tipping points, the 2020s must see the fastest economic transition in history. This book demonstrates how societies are reaching positive tipping points that make this transition possible: Activism groups such as Extinction Rebellion, or the schoolchildren inspired by Greta Thunberg demand political action; countries are committing to eliminating greenhouse gas emissions; and one tipping point has even already passed - the price of clean energy has dropped below that of fossil fuels. Inside the pages of this scientifically-led publication, world-leading climate-change experts explain the greatest crisis humanity has ever faced. - Expert-authored text in an accessible style for both adults, and children ages 14+ - A breakdown of the 9 planetary boundaries for relative stability on Earth, ranging from biodiversity to the ozone layer - An exploration of climate "tipping points" - good and bad - Stunning infographics and images visualising the problems and solutions to climate change - Contains detailed and unique images of Earth produced by Globaïa, the world's leading visualisers of human impact

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Dorling Kindersley Ltd

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0241527694

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Water Resilience for Human Prosperity

By: Johan Rockström

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A new approach to water-resources for researchers, professionals and graduate students, focusing on global sustainability and socio-ecological resilience to change.

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Integrated Watershed Management in Rainfed Agriculture

By: Suhas P. Wani,Johan Rockstrom,Kanwar Lal Sahrawat

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Integrated Watershed Management in Rainfed Agriculture

By: Suhas P. Wani,Johan Rockstrom,Kanwar Lal Sahrawat

This book provides a comprehensive presentation of the realization of improved rainfed agriculture yield in semi-arid and dry land areas. The incentive of watershed programs is to increase the return on investment with over 20% for 65% of the projects that are currently underperforming. Besides techniques to improve the livelihood of the many small-scale farmers in developing countries, it includes examples and case studies for further support. The methods discussed have recently shown to be successful and economically remunerative in India and in various African countries. Intended for professionals (investors, policy makers), researchers and (post) graduate students working on dry land and sustainable agriculture and water and natural resources management. Suited for courses in dry land agriculture, soil and water management and watershed development.

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CRC Press

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041588277X

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9780415882774

Balancing Water for Humans and Nature

The New Approach in Ecohydrology

By: Johan Rockstrom

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Balancing Water for Humans and Nature

The New Approach in Ecohydrology

By: Johan Rockstrom

Balancing Water for Humans and Nature, authored by two of the world's leading experts on water management, examines water flows - the 'blood stream' of both nature and society - in terms of the crucial links, balances, conflicts and trade-offs between human and environmental needs. The authors argue that a sustainable future depends fundamentally on our ability to manage these trade-offs and encourage long-term resilience. They advocate an ecohydrological approach to land/water/environmental problems and advance a strong, reasoned argument for viewing precipitation as the gross fresh water resource, ultimately responsible for sustaining all terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem services. This book makes the most coherent and holistic argument to date for a new ecological approach to understanding and managing water resources for the benefit of all. Basing their analysis on per capita needs for an acceptable nutritional diet, the authors analyse predictions of the amounts of water needed for global food production by 2050 and identify potential sources. Drawing on small-scale experiences in Africa and Asia, they also cover the vulnerability of the semi-arid tropics through a simplified model of green and blue water scarcity components.

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Taylor & Francis

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1136571418

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Earth for All

A Survival Guide for Humanity

By: Sandrine Dixson-Decleve,Owen Gaffney,Jayati Ghosh,Jorgen Randers,Johan Rockstrom,Per Espen Stoknes

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Earth for All

A Survival Guide for Humanity

By: Sandrine Dixson-Decleve,Owen Gaffney,Jayati Ghosh,Jorgen Randers,Johan Rockstrom,Per Espen Stoknes

The economic operating system keeps crashing. It’s time to upgrade to a new one. Five decades ago, The Limits to Growth shocked the world by showing that population and industrial growth were pushing humanity towards a cliff. Today the world recognizes that we are now at the cliff edge: Earth has crossed multiple planetary boundaries while widespread inequality is causing deep instabilities in societies. There seems to be no way out. Earth For All is both an antidote to despair and a road map to a better future. Using powerful state-of-the-art computer modeling to explore policies likely to deliver the most good for the majority of people, a leading group of scientists and economists from around the world present five extraordinary turnarounds to achieve prosperity for all within planetary limits in a single generation. Coverage includes: Results of new global modeling that indicates falling well-being and rising social tensions heighten risk of regional societal collapses Two alternative scenarios – Too-Little-Too-Late vs The Giant Leap – and what they mean for our collective future Five system-shifting steps that can upend poverty and inequality, lift up marginalized people, and transform our food and energy systems by 2050 A clear pathway to reboot our global economic system so it works for all people and the planet. Written in an open, accessible, and inspirational style using clear language and high impact visuals, Earth For All is a profound vision for uncertain times and a map to a better future. This survival guide for humanity is required reading for everyone concerned about living well on a fragile planet. BOOK AWARDS FINALIST | 2022 Foreword INDIES - Ecology & Environment

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New Society Publishers

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1771423757

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Breaking Boundaries

By: Johan Rockstrom,Owen Gaffney

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Breaking Boundaries

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An accessible summary of the planetary emergency and how to turn things around, from authors whose work is the focus of a new Netflix documentary narrated by David Attenborough. On the brink of a critical moment in human history, this book presents a vision of “planetary stewardship” – a rethinking of our relationship with our planet – and plots a new course for our future. The authors, whose work is the subject of a new documentary due to air on Netflix summer 2021, reveal the full scale of the planetary emergency we face – but also how we can stabilize Earth’s life support system. The necessary change is within our power, if we act now. In 2009, scientists identified nine planetary boundaries that keep Earth stable, ranging from biodiversity to ozone. Beyond these boundaries lurk tipping points. In order to stop short of these tipping points, the 2020s must see the fastest economic transition in history. This book demonstrates how societies are reaching positive tipping points that make this transition possible: groups such as the schoolchildren led by Greta Thunberg demand political action; countries are committing to eliminating greenhouse gas emissions; and one tipping point has even already passed – the price of clean energy has dropped below that of fossil fuels. The story is accompanied by unique images of Earth produced by Globaïa, the world’s leading visualizers of human impact.

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Penguin

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0744046904

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Big World, Small Planet

Abundance Within Planetary Boundaries

By: Johan Rockström,Mattias Klum

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Big World, Small Planet

Abundance Within Planetary Boundaries

By: Johan Rockström,Mattias Klum

“A carefully laid-out argument about the ecological limits of our planet—and the challenge these limits pose to our patterns of life and economic growth.”—Daniel C. Esty, coauthor of Green to Gold Big World, Small Planet probes the urgent predicament of our times: how is it possible to create a positive future for both humanity and Earth? We have entered the Anthropocene—the era of massive human impacts on the planet—and the actions of over seven billion residents threaten to destabilize Earth’s natural systems, with cascading consequences for human societies. In this extraordinary book, the authors combine the latest science with compelling storytelling and amazing photography to create a new narrative for humanity’s future. Johan Rockström and Mattias Klum reject the notion that economic growth and human prosperity can only be achieved at the expense of the environment. They contend that we have unprecedented opportunities to navigate a “good Anthropocene.” By embracing a deep mind-shift, humanity can reconnect to Earth, discover universal values, and take on the essential role of planetary steward. With eloquence and profound optimism, Rockström and Klum envision a future of abundance within planetary boundaries—a revolutionary future that is at once necessary, possible, and sustainable for coming generations. “We are inflicting grave damage on Planet Earth, and if we carry on with ‘business as usual’ we may reach the point of no return—when ecosystems collapse and more and more species become extinct. There is hope if only we can bridge the gap between the clever human brain and the compassionate human heart and act now. Johan Rockström and Mattias Klum lead the way with scientific clarity, powerful storytelling, and inspiring and award-winning photography.”—Dr. Jane Goodall

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Yale University Press

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0300219318

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Breaking Boundaries

By: Johan Rockstrom,Owen Gaffney

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Bankrupting Nature

Denying Our Planetary Boundaries

By: Anders Wijkman,Johan Rockström

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Bankrupting Nature

Denying Our Planetary Boundaries

By: Anders Wijkman,Johan Rockström

This powerful book shows us that we are in deep denial about the magnitude of the global environmental challenges and resource constraints facing the world. Despite growing scientific consensus on major environmental threats as well as resource depletion, societies are largely continuing with business as usual, at best attempting to tinker at the margins of the problems. The authors argue that regardless of whether governments respond to the economic crisis through additional stimulus packages or reduced government spending, environmental and resource constraints will remain. The crisis will be exacerbated by the combination of climate change, ecosystem decline and resource scarcity, in particular crude oil. The concept of Planetary Boundaries is introduced as a powerful explanation of the limits of the biosphere to sustain continued conventional growth. The book breaks the long silence on population, criticizing donor countries for not doing enough to support the education of girls and reproductive health services. It is shown that an economy built on the continuous expansion of material consumption is not sustainable. De-growth, however, is no solution either. The growth dilemma can only be addressed through a transformation of the economic system. A strong plea is made for abandoning GDP growth as the key objective for development. The focus should instead be on a limited number of welfare indicators. The trickle-down concept is seriously questioned, to be replaced by one of sufficiency. Rich countries are called upon to hold back their material growth to leave room for a rising living standard among the poor. Alternative business models are presented, such as moving from products to services or towards a circular economy based on re-use, reconditioning and recylcing – all with the aim of facilitating sustainable development. A Report to the Club of Rome

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Big World, Small Planet

Abundance Within Planetary Boundaries

By: Johan Rockström,Mattias Klum

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Abundance Within Planetary Boundaries

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Bankrupting Nature

Denying Our Planetary Boundaries

By: Anders Wijkman,Johan Rockström

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Denying Our Planetary Boundaries

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Earth for All

A Survival Guide for Humanity

By: Sandrine Dixson-Decleve,Owen Gaffney,Jayati Ghosh,Jorgen Randers,Johan Rockstrom,Per Espen Stoknes

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Earth for All

A Survival Guide for Humanity

By: Sandrine Dixson-Decleve,Owen Gaffney,Jayati Ghosh,Jorgen Randers,Johan Rockstrom,Per Espen Stoknes

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1550927795

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Water Resilience for Human Prosperity

By: Johan Rockström

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Water Resilience for Human Prosperity

By: Johan Rockström

The world's human population now constitutes the largest driving force of changes to the biosphere. Emerging water challenges require new ideas for governance and management of water resources in the context of rapid global change. This book presents a new approach to water resources, addressing global sustainability and focusing on socio-ecological resilience to changes. Topics covered include the risks of unexpected change, human impacts and dependence on global water, the prospects for feeding the world's population by 2050, and a pathway for the future. The book's innovative and integrated approach links green and blue freshwater with terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem functions and use. It also links changes arising from land-use alteration with the impacts of those changes on social-ecological systems and ecosystem services. This is an important, state-of-the-art resource for academic researchers and water resource professionals, and also a key reference for graduate students studying water resource governance and management"--

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Breaking Boundaries

The Science of Our Planet

By: Owen Gaffney,Johan Rockström

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The Science of Our Planet

By: Owen Gaffney,Johan Rockström

Advisors who guided David Attenborough's Our Planet now reveal the full scale of the climate emergency we face, along with the positive message that if we act, we can stabilize Earth's life-support system.

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Balancing Water for Humans and Nature

The New Approach in Ecohydrology

By: Johan Rockstrom

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The New Approach in Ecohydrology

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Rethinking Water Management

Innovative Approaches to Contemporary Issues

By: Cecilia Tortajada And Johan Rockstroem Edited By Caroline M. Figueres

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Rethinking Water Management

Innovative Approaches to Contemporary Issues

By: Cecilia Tortajada And Johan Rockstroem Edited By Caroline M. Figueres

If water resources are to be distributed efficiently, equitably and cost-effectively in this rapidly changing world, then it is clear that current water management practices are no longer feasible. Innovative approaches are required to meet the increasing water demands of a growing world population and economy and the needs of the ecosystems supporting them. New approaches have to be employed at global, national and local levels. In Rethinking Water Management, a new generation of water experts from around the world examine the critical challenges confronting the water profession, including ra.

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Earth for All

By: Sandrine Dixson-Declève,Johan Rockström,Jayati Ghosh,Owen Gaffney,Jorgen Randers,Per Espen Stoknes

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Earth for All

By: Sandrine Dixson-Declève,Johan Rockström,Jayati Ghosh,Owen Gaffney,Jorgen Randers,Per Espen Stoknes

Antidote au désespoir et feuille de route pour temps très incertains, "Earth for all" est le pendant du célèbre rapport Meadows, "les Limites de la croissance", commandé par le Club de Rome en 1972. Cinquante ans après, toujours sous l'égide du Club de Rome, un groupe de scientifiques et d'économistes de premier plan propose deux scénarios et cinq changements de cap radicaux pour parvenir, en une seule génération, à un état de prospérité partagée sur la Terre.

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