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Author: Sally Morgan Publisher: Franklin Watts, Australia (1997) Every time we turn on a tap we use up some of earth'as resources. And the more people there are, the more resources we use up. These resources will not last forever - but we need them in order to live as we do. For the sake of the futu...

Author: Robert Sneddon Publisher: Belitha Press, United Kingdom (2003) For many centuries people have wondered how our world works. In early times, gods and other mythical beings were used to explain how things happen. Only much later did the idea of energy in its many forms come to be accepted. Thi...

Author: Sally Hewitt Publisher: Chrysalis Children's Books, United Kingdom (2003) What is energy How do people and animals get their energy What kinds of fuel are used for energy Why do we need to find different ways of making energy The answers to these and many other questions are explored in this...

Author: Richard Hatton Publisher: A C Black (Publishers) Ltd, United Kingdom (1992) Greenhouse effect Solar power Nuclear waste Discover why we need energy, how the production of energy has affected the environment, how scientisits are experimenting with alternative forms of energy and how we can he...

Author: Graham Rickard Publisher: Wayland, United Kingdom (1990) During th e oil crisis of the early 1970s research into alternative sources of energy increased greatly. Today, when environmental conserns have pushed alternative energy to the fore again, many of the schemes first conceived in teh 19...

Author: Dan Phillips Publisher: Harper Collins Illustrated, United Kingdom (2000) Adopting ecofriendly principles of living does not mean having to forfeit elegance in the home. A beautiful and inspiring guide to twenty-first century living, The Ecofriendly Home will help you design and furnish your...

Author: Graham Rickard Publisher: Wayland, United Kingdom (1990) During th e oil crisis of the early 1970s research into alternative sources of energy increased greatly. Today, when environmental conserns have pushed alternative energy to the fore again, many of the schemes first conceived in teh 19...

Author: Scott Lewis Publisher: Living Planet Press, United States (1990) The Rainforest Book is every person's window into the spectacular world of tropical rainforests - their amazing diversity, the threats to their survival, and the ways we can preserve them for future generations. This easy-to-re...

Author: Claire Llewellyn Publisher: Chrysalis Children's Books, United Kingdom (2003) We live on an amazing planet. As far as we know the Earth is the only place in the whole universe where life is found. But this precious planet is under threat How long will the oil, gas and coal that we burn for e...

Author: Jen Green Publisher: Chrysalis Children's Books, United Kingdom (2003) This important new series explores the environmental problems that threaten Earth. Through clear text and superb photographs and diagrams, each book encourages children to discuss the issues and explains how they can help...

Author: Barbara James Publisher: Wayland Publishers (1989) In our modern throw-away society, we generate millions of tonnes of waste each year. Our dustbins are filled with bottles, cans, paper and packaging,all of which can be recycled. Slag heaps and coal tips spoil our countryside, while alarming...

b>Author: Claire Llewellyn Publisher: Chrysalis Children's Books, United Kingdom (2003) We live on an amazing planet. As far as we know the Earth is the only place in the whole universe where life is found. But this precious planet is under threat Why is the air that we breathe becoming polluted Is ...

Author: Richard Hatton Publisher: Wayland (Publishing) Ltd, United Kingdom (1993) The Sun does not just provide us withi heat and light. This huge ball in the sky is the souce of all energy on the Earth. The Sun is also an important alternative energy. Heat from the Sun can be used to make electrici...

Author: Gill Standring Publisher: A C Black (Publishers) Ltd, United Kingdom (1990) Food packaging Organic farming Pesticides Discover how farming affects soils and wildlife, how much energy is needed to grow food and how the weather influences crop harvests. Earthwatch is a series that explains how...

Author: Veronica Ross Publisher: Chrysalis Children's Books, United Kingdom (2002) Find out what you need to eat in order to stay healthy, and read about the foods that give you the energy you need to run and play. Topinc include: * Why do I need to eat * A balanced diet * Foods for growth * Energy ...

Author: Meighan Morrison Publisher: Scholastic, New Zealand (1993) This maginificant Earth deserves far better care. We can help in its rescue if we each do our share. This reflective tale looks at what people have done to our planet - and carries a message of hope for our future. Long live Earth Note: This is a picture book. Softcover, 28 pages (used)

Authors: Albert Jackson and David Day Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd (2008) Collins Complete Energy-saving DIY is the definitive guide to making energy-saving changes in and around your home. An extension of the international bestselling Collins Complete DIY Manual, this book provides the m...

Author: John Baines Publisher: Wayland Publishers (1989) The atmosphere is all around us although we rarely notice it. Yet it provides us with the air we breathe, controls our weather conditions and protects our planet from metorites and harmful radiation. We are damaging the atmosphere at an alarmi...

Author: Claire Llewellyn Publisher: Chrysalis Children's Books, United Kingdom (2003) We live on an amazing planet. As far as we know the Earth is the only place in the whole universe where life is found. But this precious planet is under threat How should we protect habitats that the world's wilde ...

Author: Karen Sullivan Publisher: Piatkus, (2001) You wan to go organic but you don't know how. Is organic food really better for you How good is it for the environment Organic Living in 10 Simple Lessons show you in straightforward terms, but without fudging the comples issues, exactly what an organic way of life involves. Paperback, 144 pages (near new)

Author: Readers Digest Publisher: Reader's Digest General Books, Australia (2006) Packed with hundreds of natural hints, tips and ideas, this is your all-in-one guide to making greener,safer choices for a better, healthier life. Covering a wide range of topics, such as, homemade cleaning products, l...

Author: Barbara Briddock Publisher: Hodder Moa Beckett, New Zealand (1995) This is a comprehensive, environmentally friendly problem-solver created specifically for New Zealanders. It offers simple, cost effective shortcuts to a vast array of tasks, with tips on how to organise your home life better so that you have more leisure time to enjoy.

Author: Philip Parker Publisher: Wayland Publishers (1994) The Project Eco-City series is an exciting way of looking at city ecology. Starting with the home environment, the interest is widened in each book, working up to global dimensions. Global Cities Cities are home to more than half the world's...