Environment: Science, Issues, Solutions

by Molles, Manuel; Borrell, Brendan

• ISBN13: 9780716761877
• ISBN10: 0716761874
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781319117214
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2016-01-10
• Publisher: W. H. Freeman
• More Book Details

About This Book

Environment: Science, Issues, Solutions by Manuel Molles and Brendan Borrell is a comprehensive textbook designed for environmental science courses. This book connects environmental science research to real-world issues, empowering students to take a solutions-based approach to preserving biodiversity, protecting natural resources, addressing pollution hazards, and confronting climate change.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in introductory environmental science courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of environmental science, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of ecological principles.

History and Editions

The 1st edition of Environment: Science, Issues, Solutions has been crafted to address contemporary environmental issues. This edition includes detailed discussions on how to think critically about possible solutions to key environmental problems. It provides a structured approach to understanding environmental science concepts and their practical applications.

Author and Other Works

Manuel Molles is known for his expertise in environmental science and his ability to connect theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. Brendan Borrell brings a strong background in scientific research and communication, ensuring that the text remains current and relevant. Both authors have a proven track record of producing engaging educational materials that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Key Features

• Critical Thinking Approach: The book encourages students to think critically about environmental issues and potential solutions.
• Real-World Applications: It connects scientific research to practical problems, making environmental science more accessible and relevant.
• Interactive Tools: The text includes tools for note-taking and highlighting, making it easier for students to engage with the material.
• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers a wide range of environmental science topics, including biodiversity, natural resource management, pollution hazards, and climate change.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780716761877
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781319117214
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781319117221
• Loose-leaf: Not available
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Macmillan Learning
• Publication Date: Not specified
• Number of Pages: Not specified
• Language: English
• Item Weight: Not specified
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Other Editions and Formats

The 1st edition is the primary edition available. However, it is essential to note that additional editions or formats might be released in the future.

Related ISBNs:

9781319117214

9781319117221

9781319117238

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Author Biography

Manuel Molles is Professor Emeritus of Biology at the University of New Mexico, where he has been a member of the faculty and Curator for the Museum of Southwestern Biology since 1975. Presently he and his wife Mary Anne live in a cabin in the mountains of La Veta, Colorado, where he writes full time and manages his 100-acre property. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in fisheries from Humboldt State University in 1971, and his Ph.D. in zoology from the University of Arizona in 1976. His dissertation topic was, "Fish Species Diversity on Model and Natural Patch Reefs: Experimental Insular Biogeography."

Manuel has taught and conducted ecological research in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe. He was awarded a Fulbright Research Fellowship to do research on river ecology in Portugal, and has been a visiting professor at the University of Coimbra, Portugal, at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain, and at the University of Montana. Most recently, in 2014 Manuel was awarded the Ecological Society of America Eugene P. Odum Award for "Excellence in Ecology Education."

Brendan Borrell is a biologist and journalist who has written about science and the environment for a dozens of outlets including Bloomberg Businessweek, Outside,　Nature, New York Times, Scientific American, and Smithsonian. His reporting at home and abroad has given him a first-hand view of some of the most pressing environmental issues of today. He has visited the phosphate mines of Morocco, followed a rhino hunt in South Africa, and taken a road trip through the expanding soy plantations of central Brazil.

Brendan received his Ph.D. in Integrative Biology from the University of California, Berkeley in 2006. For his dissertation research, he studied the evolution, ecology, and physiology of nectar feeding in the orchid bees of Costa Rica and Panama.　 His articles have received awards from the American Society for Journalists and Authors and his reporting has been funded by the Alicia Patterson Foundation, the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, and the Mongabay Special Reporting Initiative.

Table of Contents

1. Humans and the Environment

2. Ecosystems and Economics: Matter, Energy, and Information

3. Population Ecology and Conservation of Endangered Species

4. Ecosystem and Landscape Approaches to Sustaining Biodiversity

5. Human Populations

6. Sustaining Water Supplies

7. Terrestrial Resources

8. Sustaining Fisheries

9. Environmental Health and Toxicology

10. Solid and Hazardous Waste Management

11. Pollution: Air, Water, and Soil

12. Nonrenewable Energy

13. Renewable Energy

14. Atmospheric and Climatic Change