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A new kind of climate change story, narrated by an adorable axolotl [a type of salamander], possibly the last of its kind.

"Off a small island, a boy and his grandfather set sail in their beloved fishing boat. They ride the waves, catching wants and wishes and seeing the wonders of the ocean. But soon the boy is sailing the boat himself, drifting further from shore as the waters grow muddied and turbulent. When a storm washes him ashore, he sees home in a new light. He decides to turn the tides of his fortune, cleaning the island's waters and creating a new life with...

"Minamata Disease: Poisoned Waters and the Battle for Justice (1932-1968)" is a compelling and meticulously researched account of one of the most notorious environmental disasters in history. From the quiet coastal town of Minamata in Japan to the global stage, this book unveils the devastating consequences of industrial pollution, the courageous struggle for justice, and the lasting impact on public health and environmental regulations worldwide....

"A stunning addition to the Scientists in the Field series that explores mercury pollution found in the rivers and streams of Western Montana that might cause harm to humans--and the extinction of the entire osprey species."--

Are you looking for a greener way to live? Are you concerned about the state of the planet and what we are doing to it? Do you want to try an alternative to power that damages the environment? The last 100 years has seen a much greater awareness that we humans are causing lasting and irreparable damage to our planet, through a reckless disregard of its resources and how we use them. Climate change, damage to the ozone layer and associated problems...

The Once-ler describes the results of the local pollution problem.

People around the world recognize the dire threat posed by climate change. Governments, businesses, and individuals are making commitments to shift to renewable energy sources, trim consumption, and otherwise reduce their carbon footprints. But what if these steps are woefully inadequate to ensure the future health-or even the survival-of the human race? What if the most popular goal being pursued by today's climate activists-net zero carbon emissions-is...

"Tamen longs to see the stars, but none are visible in the light-polluted sky above the fire escape of his urban apartment building. Even in the neighborhood park, the stars are hidden by city lights. This is a story about love and sacrifice: Tamen's mom, a nightshift nurse, finds a way to take him camping. For one magical night on the shore of a wilderness pond, the Milky Way in all its glory belongs to them."--Amazon.com.

This publication highlights 100 projects and programs of the Asian Development Bank, development partners, governments, and the private sector to support cities across Asia and the Pacific in addressing the challenges of climate change. The climate actions were, drawn from multiple sectors-renewable energy, carbon finance, transport, land use, information and communication technology, climate action plans, building energy efficiency, solid waste management,...

Dude, I am Ocean. You know my many names: Atlantic, Pacific, Arctic, Indian, Southern. It's all excellent me. My salt water flows across the planet as one. I have no flag. No nationality. My waves are for all. Life on Earth began in my epic waters I keep the global climate just right. And I have rad secrets. But I'm facing a major wipeout! Only by working together can we get back in the zone. It's you and me, dudes."--Publisher