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31. 

    The Zeronauts By John Elkington

    In this book, John Elkington introduces the Zeronauts – a new breed of innovator, determined to drive problems such as carbon, waste, toxics, and poverty to zero – as well as creating the first Zeronaut Roll of Honor, spotlighting 50 pioneers in the field of zero. Zeronauts are innovating in an astonishing range of areas, tackling hugely diverse economic, social, environmental, and governance challenges.

32. 

    Energy Efficiency in Housing Management by Nico Nieboer, Sasha Tsenkova, Vincent Gruis, Anke van Hal

    The embedding of energy efficiency in the management of individual housing organisations is crucial for the realization of current ambitious energy efficiency policies. This issue is examined for the first time in this book through an analysis of selected case studies in new ‘green’ buildings, as well as in the retrofitting of existing housing, maintenance and budgeting.

33. 

    China’s Climate Change Policies By Wang Weiguang, Guoguang Zheng, Jiahua Pan

    China is becoming a rising star in global economical and political affairs. Both internationally and within China itself, people have great expectations of its future role. This book aims to clarify many aspects of China’s key position in the climate change situation and policy debates.

34. 

    Bioenergy for Sustainable Development and International Competitiveness

    by Francis X. Johnson, Vikram Seebaluck
    
    Growing concerns about the impacts of climate change and dependence on fossil fuels have intensified interest in bioenergy from sugar cane and other crops, highlighting important links between energy, environment and development goals. With fourty-four authors representing thirty organisations in sixteen countries, the book offers a truly international and interdisciplinary perspective by combining technical and economic principles with social, political and environmental assessment and policy analysis.

35. May Highlights

    With so many great titles publishing this month it has been impossible to give them all the justice they deserve in our May newsletter so to be sure you don't miss out you can find them all below.  Those of you who received our May update will have a discount code for 20% off when you buy online.  If you are not already registered you can sign up for future newsletters here

36. 

    Transforming Health Markets in Asia and Africa

    There has been a dramatic spread of health markets in much of Asia and Africa over the past couple of decades. This has substantially increased the availability of health-related goods and services in all but the most remote localities, but it has created problems with safety, efficiency and cost. The effort to bring order to these chaotic markets is almost certain to become one of the greatest challenges in global health.

37. 

    Earthscan Expert Series

    A major new book series providing clear, practical information for people who want to work with environmentally friendly low-carbon technologies. From specific handbooks to more general guides, each highly illustrated title is essential reading for professionals keen to expand their skills base and take advantage of the low carbon revolution.  Find out more today >>>

    The Earthscan Expert Series provides clear, practical information, from specific handbooks to more general guides, all highly illustrated. The books published so far cover solar technology, domestic solar water heating, grid-connected photovoltaics, off-grid photovoltaic systems, wood pellet heating technology and energy-efficient building refurbishment. Ideal for schools, colleges, training courses and reference works

38. 

    The Energy Imperative with a Foreword from Bianca Jagger

    For decades, Hermann Scheer was one of the world’s leading proponents of renewable energy. In this, his last book before his death in 2010, he lays out his vision for a planet 100% powered by renewables and examines the fundamental ethical and economic imperatives for such a shift. And most importantly, he demonstrates why the time for this transition is now.

39. 

    Offshore Renewable Energy

    Highly illustrated in full color, this is an indispensable resource for anyone – whether in industry, policy or academia – looking to learn more about how deployment of offshore renewable energy technologies can be encouraged.
     

40. 

    Grid-connected Solar Electric Systems

    This Expert handbook provides a clear introduction to solar radiation, before proceeding to cover:

    •electrical basics and PV cells and modules
    •inverters
    •design of grid-connected PV systems
    •system installation and commissioning
    •maintenance and trouble shooting
    •health and safety
    •economics and marketing.
    
    This book is part of the Earthscan Expert Series find out more about the series today!