Pathways to Our Sustainable Future: A Global Perspective from Pittsburgh
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| Rating | : | 4.17 (659 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0822965011 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 264 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-06-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
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. . Throughout the book, case studies responding to ethical challenges give specific examples of successful ways forward. Today, the movement for more sustainable practices is rising in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh has a rich history of social consciousness in calls for justice and equity. People, institutions, communities and corporations in Pittsburgh are leading the way to a more sustainable future. Inspired by Rachel Carson’s voice of precaution in protecting the Earth, this is a book about empowerment and hope. Choices for more sustainable pathways for the future include transforming the energy system, restoring infertile ground, and preventing pollution through green chemistry production. 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
This book serves as an outstanding guide to successful public and private partnerships that can lead these efforts going forward.” —Mayor William Peduto, City of Pittsburgh. “Patricia DeMarco has been a tireless advocate of sustainability in the City of Pittsburgh for many years. Through the leadership and guidance she exemplifies, Pittsburgh has become a model for urban centers everywhere in creating sustainable practices for present and future generations