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In Geography and the Wealth of Nations, Sherif Khalifa argues that geography influences the factors that determine economic performance, such as the quality of institutions, the adopted cultural values, the systems of governance, the likelihood of conflict, the historical experiences, and the integration into the global economy. This book discusses in detail how geographic features influence each of these factors and how these determinants, in turn, affect economic outcomes. Khalifa shows that we cannot fully comprehend the economic consequences of these factors without exploring their geographic origins. This effort is especially critical as the world faces unprecedented environmental challenges, including climate change, worsening natural disasters, resource depletion, soil degradation, deforestation, desertification, and loss of biodiversity. Given these drastic changes, this book provides powerful insight into how geographic determinants continue to shape global crises.

This collection explores the meaning of maps and of map-making in the modern world.

Could fungal pathogens outsmart us before we find ways to combat them?Humans and fungi share 50 percent of the same DNA. Because we're related, designing drugs to combat the varieties that attack us is a challenge. Meanwhile, in an ever hotter, wetter world, fungi may be finding new ways to thrive, queueing up global outbreak potentials for which no vaccine and woefully few medications exist; some fungi are already finding ways to resist treatment. Among other lifeforms, bats, amphibians, and essential crops are also increasingly threatened by these pathogens. Enter fungal kingdom frontiersman Dr. Arturo Casadevall, an epidemiologist, professor, and inventor. Casadevall shares how the 1990s AIDS epidemic's fungal complications drove his medical mycology work, how COVID-19's fungal incidences underscored the continuing threat to the immunocompromised, and how he and his Johns Hopkins University laboratory team are discovering ways to counter the threats posed by these smart, hungry combatants.What If Fungi Win? describes the beneficial roles of fungi along with their mischievous and deadly impacts and illustrates how committed experts like Casadevall are researching ways to save us and our food supplies. In addition to an overview of blights, lichens, molds, mushrooms, rusts, and smuts, readers will learn about: - how fungi proliferated following the mass dinosaur extinction- Oregon's ancient 2,384-acre Armillaria ostoyae--Earth's largest organism - the rye fungus ergot that may have fueled the Salem witch trials- mushrooms used to create vegan leather and eco-friendly packaging, as well as plastic-consuming fungi- why it's critical that funding institutions pay attention to fungal risks and aid scientists in their work.

This guide is for anyone who has ever been intrigued, fascinated, or entranced by the world's oceans. From the tiniest microscopic, one-celled plankton to the vast Blue Whale, this book contains easy to understand information, photographs, and illustrations that reveal the amazing diversity of life beneath the waves and the extraordinary adaptations of creatures for survival in the extreme marine environment. Concepts such as tides, undersea mountains, and the relationship between atmosphere and ocean are all carefully described to enable non-scientists to understand how important the World's Oceans are to Planet Earth and to the existence of life on Earth. From tsunamis and earthquakes to pollution and rising sea levels - here is a guide that everyone should read - about a watery world so few humans understand, yet which makes up over 70% of the surface of our Planet Earth. This book guides us effortlessly to a better understanding of the amazing world beneath the waves. Did you know? All life on land is descended from one-celled ocean creatures. Turtles can swim at 35 mph. 60% of the water on Earth is inaccessible to humans without the aid of special submersible technology. There are creatures that live in the dark depths of the oceans that have light-emitting cells. You are more likely to be killed by a coconut than by a shark. Ocean currents have been studied using the accidental travels of 29,000 plastic ducks. Fossil corals tell us that 380 million years ago the Earth had 21 hours in a day- so the Earth's spin on its axis is slowing down!

Embodied Memories, Embedded Healing foregrounds the East Asian cultural beliefs and practices that shape the environmental consciousness of the twenty-first century. In highlighting such influences, this anthology also foregrounds the closely related new and exciting directions in ecocriticism.

The digital revolution has brought about a significant shift in the business landscape, making it crucial for organizations to adapt and leverage transformative technologies. However, many businesses struggle to effectively harness the potential of these technologies, hindering their success in the era of digital transformation. Moreover, the pressing need for sustainability adds another layer of complexity to this challenge, requiring businesses to develop innovative models that address both digital transformation and sustainability. Building Smart and Sustainable Businesses With Transformative Technologies by Hamed Nozari offers a comprehensive solution to this pressing problem. With expertise in business management, Nozari provides invaluable insights for academic scholars, students, and professionals on integrating digital transformation and sustainability in business models. By exploring key dimensions, components, and indicators that shape digital businesses in the age of transformative technologies, readers are equipped with practical strategies and approaches. Covering topics such as digital supply chain management, smart production, and the utilization of emerging technologies, the book offers a holistic understanding of thriving in the digital era while addressing sustainability challenges. Nozari's comprehensive analysis and expertise inspire innovative thinking, enabling individuals to develop resilient and future-proof business models. With this transformative guide, scholars, students, and professionals have the necessary resources to drive meaningful change and create smart, sustainable businesses.

Harald Berner ist von der Vielfalt der oberbayerischen Flora fasziniert und hat sie immer wieder fotografisch dokumentiert. In diesem Heft hat er eine kleine Auswahl seiner Frauenschuh-Fotos als ein Bilderbuch zusammengestellt. Vielleicht macht es denen Freude, die diese Orchideen nicht selbst aufsuchen können oder die sie nicht selbst fotografieren.

"The Heart of Nature; Or, The Quest for Natural Beauty" is a philosophical exploration of the human connection to nature, written by Sir Francis Younghusband. The book examines the spiritual and aesthetic dimensions of nature and argues that our relationship with the natural world is essential to our well-being as individuals and as a society. The book is divided into three parts, which explore the beauty of nature, the human experience of nature, and the role of nature in society. Throughout the book, Younghusband argues that our relationship with nature should be one of reverence and respect and that we must work to protect the natural world for future generations. "The Heart of Nature" remains a thought-provoking and inspiring work, and continues to be read by those interested in the intersections of philosophy, spirituality, and nature.

In a hidden valley tucked into an unspoiled corner of England lies a naturalist's garden that was developed from scratch by award-winning gardener and author Susie White, with the help of her husband and friends. This is the story of how they created a remarkable oasis, a place as alive as it is beautiful. Susie's vision and passion unfold as she transforms a patch of untended ground into a wildlife-friendly haven planted with flowering perennials, trees, herbs, vegetables, and a wildflower meadow. The spaces teem with life: owls and blackbirds, bats and mice, butterflies and bees, all drawn by pollen-rich flowers, ponds, and nesting sites. Susie takes us through the planning and construction, and how she designed the garden to blend harmoniously with the surrounding environment.From the plantings to the structures that provide shelter and habitat, every element reflects Susie's commitment to sustainability. Her account is filled with inspiration and practical advice for gardeners to learn from, as well as her deep appreciation for the natural world and the transformative power of building an outdoor sanctuary for all species to thrive in and enjoy.

"A lovely pocket guide to observing, identifying, and appreciating wild blooms"--

Teaching the alphabet through ocean life! Also, learning some cool facts about the animals that you might not have known.

This collection reviews the wealth of research on ways of improving nitrogen use efficiency in crop production as a means of reducing the agricultural sector's environmental impact and rebalancing the global nitrogen cycle.

Covering the last five hundred years of global history, this title examines the processes that have transformed the Earth and put growing pressure on natural resources.

This volume fosters a re-imagination of the planet where it is seen not only as a resource, but also as an entity that must not be excluded from the political imperative of care and kinship.

This volume fosters a re-imagination of the planet where it is seen not only as a resource, but also as an entity that must not be excluded from the political imperative of care and kinship.

With attention to various forms of media, from Bollywood cinema and soap opera to web platforms and social media, this book critically examines visual media in India as a propagator of hidden sexism, even in apparently feminist portrayals.

This book covers pharmaceutical residue dispersion in the aquatic environment and its toxic effect on living organisms. It discusses conventional and advanced remediation technologies like the use of biomaterials for the sequestration of contaminants, nanotechnology, and phytoremediation.

This volume offers insights into the steps and challenges involved in this transition and addresses some urgent questions about the possible pathways for Indiäs renewable energy generation.

This book studies the relationship between religion and education in the Indian context. It analyses the creative interface between religion and education as empirical categories and overlapping modes of pedagogical transmission.

Using climate justice as an analytical tool, this volume examines the role of local mitigation and adaptation actions in Southern Africa.

This book explores the garden and its agency in the history of the built and natural environments, as evidenced in landscape architecture, literature, art, archaeology, history, photography, and film. It reveals the significant ways in which women write themselves into the accounts of garden design, practice, and history.

This book explores African domestic and regional responses and approaches to environmental protection and sustainability. Written by African and international experts, the collection consists of five parts covering the whole of Africa.

This timely collection explores the inextricable relationship between human rights and the environment as a critical lens for understanding and addressing key human rights and environmental issues confronting Africa.

This book illustrates the integrated applications of GNSS, GIS, and Remote Sensing, known as 3S technology, and promotes the role of 3S in developing a precise and intelligent Meteorology. It discusses the principles of 3S technology, and the methods used in evaluating different meteorological disasters and hazards monitoring.

This book gives an overview of Fenton process principles, explains the main factors influencing this technology, includes applications, kinetic and thermodynamic calculations, presents a strong overview on the heterogeneous catalytic approach, and shows how the iron-based heterogeneous Fenton process can be suitable for wastewater treatment.

Bringing together the foremost experts in climate change leadership, this book proposes models of how climate change leadership capabilities can be developed in organisations, and sets out the qualities and approaches needed by leaders to successfully develop and implement climate change mitigation and adaptation policies.

This book presents a transdisciplinary and transnational challenge to the enduring coloniality of political concepts, discussing the need to decolonise both their theoretical constructions.