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books and films related to sustainability
We've listed many films and books below that are useful for exploring climate change and sustainability issues.
Sustainability Films
Check out some of these great sustainability-related films:
Al Gore's documentary on climate change.
The first part of NOVA's "World in the Balance" series examines recent trends in population worldwide and explores the environmental implications of countries undergoing industrialization.
Part Two in Nova's World in the Balance Series.
A film on biodiversity which deals with habitat destruction, pollution, overconsumption, etc.
A series dealing with global environmental issues.
Leading scientists from various countries explore the impact that human activities have had on the planet and question what is happening to Earth's capacity to support nature and civilization.
Looks at how environmental changes, brought about by people, are affecting the ability of males to reproduce (animals and humans).
Sustainability Reading
Check out some of these great books with a focus on sustainability:
by Andres R. Edwards
A look at the evolution of sustainability across various sectors of society - including commerce, community, ecological design, and resource extraction - and what trends lie ahead.
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by Peggy Bartlett and Geoffrey Chase
In Sustainability on Campus campus leaders recount inspiring stories of strategies that moved eighteen colleges and universities toward a more sustainable future. This book is for faculty, students, administrators, staff, and community partners, whether hesitant or committed, knowledgeable or newcomer. Scholars and activists have recognized the crucial role that higher education can play in the sustainability effort, and each chapter in the book is full of ideas about how to get started, revitalize efforts, and overcome roadblocks. Human and at times joyful, these stories illustrate many forms of leadership, in new courses and faculty development, green buildings and administrative policies, student programs, residential life, and collaborations with local communities.
by Michael Fullan
A comprehensive exploration of the ways educational leaders at all levels can forge a path for large-scale, sustainable reform.
by Sarah Hammond Creighton
Discusses the importance of teaching sustainable practices at the higher education level, both through practice and curriculum, and addresses how other universities have met the sustainable practices challenge.
by Nicky Chambers
- A resource to help readers understand and measure the impact (footprint) humans have on the environment.
by Simon Dresner
- Covers the basics of sustainability in easy-to-understand language and tackles some of the most pressing issues/questions.
by Janis Birkeland
Takes a look at some of the progress being made towards more ecologically sound design, from industrial to housing to transportation systems.
by Julian Agyeman (Editor), Robert D. Bullard (Editor), Bob Evans (Editor)
Explores the interdependence between just societies and sustainable communities, and how one can not exist without the other.
by John Howe
This book looks at alternatives to our rapidly depleting reserves of fossil energy, and includes an extensive reference section.
by Rachel Carson
The book that practically started the "green" movement.
updated 05/03/07 | 02:21 PM
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