Introduction to Environmental Sciences and Sustainability

A clear introduction to how natural systems work and how human activity reshapes them, covering ecology, biodiversity, energy, pollution and climate. Built as a college course, it ties scientific principles to real environmental challenges.

Caralyn Zehnder, Kalina Manoylov, Samuel Mutiti, Christine Mutiti, Allison VandeVoort, Donna Bennett

An introductory environmental science course told from a biological angle, spanning ecosystems, populations, biodiversity and the human impact on the natural world. Well organized and accessible for readers new to the subject.

Matthew R. Fisher

A concise resource covering the core topics of environmental science, from ecosystems and energy flow to pollution, resource use and policy. A focused option for readers who want the essentials in one place.

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