Pathways to Our Sustainable Future: A Global Perspective from Pittsburgh (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780822965015)

Pittsburgh has a rich history of social consciousness in calls for justice and equity. Today, the movement for more sustainable practices is rising in Pittsburgh. 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. People, institutions, communities, and corporations in Pittsburgh are leading the way to a more sustainable future. Examining the experience of a single city, with vast social and political complexities and a long industrial history, allows a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent in adapting to change throughout the world. The case studies in this book respond to ethical challenges and give specific examples of successful ways forward. Choices include transforming the energy system, restoring infertile ground, and preventing pollution through green chemistry. Inspired by the pioneering voice of Rachel Carson, this is a book about empowerment and hope.

Author: Patricia DeMarco
ISBN-10: 0822965011
ISBN-13: 9780822965015
Publisher: University of Pittsburgh Press
Language: English
Published: 09/15/2017
Pages: 328
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.80d