{"id":39777,"date":"2021-03-26T18:43:01","date_gmt":"2021-03-26T17:43:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=39777"},"modified":"2021-03-26T18:43:01","modified_gmt":"2021-03-26T17:43:01","slug":"books-about-sustainability-student","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/books-about-sustainability-student\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Books About Sustainability Every Student Will Enjoy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>After decades of carelessly using <strong>Earth\u2019s resources<\/strong> and ignoring multiple problems caused by it, humanity finally has to acknowledge its mistakes. Today, <strong>sustainability<\/strong> is a major trend and a hot topic in every discussion concerning the future of our civilization.\u00a0There are plenty of <strong>books<\/strong>, articles, and documentaries devoted to what the current state of affairs is and what actions one can take. Still, there are people around the world who refuse to recognize the severity of the issue. Most of them just haven\u2019t got enough information and don\u2019t understand the scale of the problem.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why <strong>education<\/strong> is so important. That\u2019s the reason why practically every student will have to write an essay about environmental issues and sustainability at a certain point. However, many students become frustrated when they get this assignment. Let\u2019s face it, writing papers is difficult.\u00a0If you\u2019re one of those students who dislike writing assignments, here\u2019s a tip: ideas matter most in an essay. For everything else, there\u2019s an <a href=\"https:\/\/studyfy.com\/essay-editing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">essay editor service<\/a> at your disposal. It\u2019s fast and convenient. Yet, research takes more time and effort. As the subject is crucial anyway, why not start reading about it in advance?<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_39778\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-39778\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/SUSTAINABILITY-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"SUSTAINABILITY\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/SUSTAINABILITY-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/SUSTAINABILITY-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Image by ejaugsburg from Pixabay<\/div><\/div>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ve put together a list of <strong>essential books<\/strong> focusing on environmental and sustainability issues. All the books provide food for thought and give impulse to start making your own contribution to a better future. Some of them even offer ready-made solutions.<\/p>\n<h2>Introduction to Sustainability, by Robert Brinkmann<\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-39781 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/Introduction-to-Sustainability-by-Robert-Brinkmann-e1616742728205.jpg\" alt=\"Introduction to Sustainability, by Robert Brinkmann, one of the best books about sustainability\" width=\"200\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before diving deep into the subject, it\u2019s vital to understand <strong>what sustainability is<\/strong>. Robert Brinkmann explains that in his widely acknowledged book. The author is the Director of Sustainability Studies in Hofstra University\u2019s Department of Geology, Environment, and Sustainability. So, he\u2019s done a lot of research and definitely knows what he\u2019s talking about.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.it\/books\/edition\/Introduction_to_Sustainability\/sMUQEAAAQBAJ?hl=it&amp;gbpv=1&amp;dq=Introduction+to+Sustainability,+by+Robert+Brinkmann&amp;printsec=frontcover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The book<\/a> is often used for interdisciplinary courses as well as for geography, sociology, geology, etc. Maybe, you\u2019re already familiar with it. In case you are not, it\u2019s worth reading as it gives a comprehensive overview of all major topics related to the subject.<\/p>\n<p>Particularly, it touches upon such issues as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>roots of modern sustainability movement;<\/li>\n<li>Earth\u2019s natural systems;<\/li>\n<li>urban ecosystems and the Anthropocene;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/climate-changes-u-s-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">climate change<\/a>;<\/li>\n<li>waste management;<\/li>\n<li>environmental justice, and a lot more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>A Life on Our Planet: My Witness Statement and a Vision for the Future, by David Attenborough<\/h2>\n<p><strong><img class=\"wp-image-39782 size-full alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/A-Life-on-Our-Planet-My-Witness-Statement-and-a-Vision-for-the-Future-e1616742830142.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"308\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sir David Attenborough<\/strong> is the best-known natural historian of our time. During his career spanning nearly seven decades, the award-winning broadcaster has gathered a significant bulk of knowledge about everything related to life on Earth.<\/p>\n<p>Now, in his mid-90es, Sir Attenborough has seen quite a lot and wants to share it with the audience. In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.it\/books\/edition\/A_Life_on_Our_Planet\/DRjcDwAAQBAJ?hl=it&amp;gbpv=1&amp;dq=A+Life+on+Our+Planet:+My+Witness+Statement+and+a+Vision+for+the+Future&amp;printsec=frontcover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">his most recent book<\/a>, A Life on Our Planet, he gives his \u201cwitness statement\u201d and provides a disturbing look into the future.<\/p>\n<p>His predictions for the decades to come are frightening. However, he states that there is still hope and even provides the solutions to some of the gravest problems. And if this book won\u2019t persuade you that the right time to act is now, then what on Earth will?<\/p>\n<h2>Sustainable Energy \u2013 Without the Hot Air, by David J.C. MacKay<\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"size-full wp-image-39783 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/Sustainable-Energy-\u2014-Without-the-Hot-Air-e1616742976815.jpg\" alt=\"Sustainable Energy \u2014 Without the Hot Air\" width=\"200\" height=\"229\" \/><\/p>\n<p>By now, most people are convinced that the <strong>era of fossil fuel<\/strong> dominance must come to an end. But how is it possible to replace them? And is there a truly sustainable way to do that?<\/p>\n<p>These are the questions <strong>David J.C. MacKay<\/strong> deals with in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.free-ebooks.net\/science-textbooks\/Sustainable-Energy-Without-the-Hot-Air\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">his book<\/a><\/strong>. The British physicist, mathematician, and academic wrote the book as a case study. It provides a detailed investigation into the roots of the <strong>energy crisis<\/strong>, looks at the problem from different angles, and debunks some popular myths.<br \/>\nThe book was first published in 2009 and went through eight editions since then.<\/p>\n<h2>Global Sustainability \u2013 21 Leading CEOs Show How to Do Well by Doing Good, by Mark Lefko<\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-39784 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/Global-Sustainability-\u2013-21-Leading-CEOs-Show-How-to-Do-Well-by-Doing-Good-e1616743069907.jpg\" alt=\"Global Sustainability \u2013 one of the best books about sustainability\" width=\"200\" height=\"329\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever thought about starting your own business, you will definitely like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.it\/books\/edition\/Global_Sustainability\/Ors6DQAAQBAJ?hl=it&amp;gbpv=1&amp;dq=Global+Sustainability+%E2%80%93+21+Leading+CEOs+Show+How+to+Do+Well+by+Doing+Good&amp;printsec=frontcover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this book<\/a> by <strong>Mark Lefko<\/strong>, an American facilitator and business coach. The book features in-depth <strong>interviews<\/strong> with 21 leading CEOs including Richard Branson, Francois-Henri Pinault, Paul Paulman, and other significant figures. This list is the best recommendation itself.<br \/>\nAll the high executives give advice based on their own experience. They discuss how to stay true to the <strong>principles of sustainability<\/strong> and still have a <a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/tourism-business-sustainable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">profitable business<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Demystifying Sustainability: Towards Real Solutions, by Haydn Washington<\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-39785\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/Demystifying-Sustainability-Towards-Real-Solutions-by-Haydn-Washington-e1616743158365.jpg\" alt=\"Demystifying Sustainability: Towards Real Solutions, by Haydn Washington\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Last but not least comes the book that aims to explain in layman\u2019s terms <strong>what sustainability really is<\/strong>. How did it all start? What is \u201cold\u201d and \u201cnew\u201d sustainability? How can we deal with <strong>overpopulation<\/strong>, overconsumption, and, above all, denial?<\/p>\n<p>The author tries to answer all these questions and explain the issues in a manner that makes them understandable for an audience far wider than scholars and academics. What\u2019s more, the book touches upon the difficult subject of ethics and suggests nine concrete solutions to the most critical problems.<\/p>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_39780\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-39780 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/green-energy-1-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"green energy\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/green-energy-1-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/03\/green-energy-1-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo by Abby Anaday on Unsplash<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Sustainability has a long history, but today the subject is <strong>relevant<\/strong> as never before. As most scientists agree, humanity has arrived at a point where action can\u2019t be put off any longer. So, we must learn quickly and gather the necessary knowledge to change the situation.<\/p>\n<p>As a student, you are the one who\u2019s going to <strong>shape the future<\/strong> \u2013 whether as an employee, a business owner, an educator, a parent, or a responsible society member in general. But there\u2019s so much you need to know to be able to make the right decisions. So, don\u2019t waste any more time! All the books listed above are waiting to be read.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After decades of carelessly using Earth\u2019s resources and ignoring multiple problems caused by it, humanity finally has to acknowledge its mistakes. 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