Environmental Geography: People and the Environment Duram Leslie A.
People generally think they understand the environment and how humans use natural resources, but these ideas are often understood only superficially. Instead of thinking, I should turn off the light,…
Specifikacia Environmental Geography: People and the Environment Duram Leslie A.
People generally think they understand the environment and how humans use natural resources, but these ideas are often understood only superficially. Instead of thinking, I should turn off the light, we should be asking "Why should I turn off the light?" Using case studies and defining key concepts, Environmental Geography explains exactly how individuals and society as a whole impact the earth.A flick of a light switch affects the demand for electricity, which is then related to sources of energy, policies about renewable energy sources, and ultimately environmental degradation and climate change. Likewise, a person's decision to eat a cheeseburger versus a salad also affects the earth, though most of us don't think about how our daily choices impact the earth.Leslie A. Duram provides meaningful examples from around the world that demonstrate both the
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