Carbon Offsets |
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| Editor:
| Miller, Debra A. |
| Series title: | Current Controversies Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7377-4455-2 |
| Publication Date: | May 2009 |
| Publisher: | Greenhaven Publishing LLC
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| Imprint: | Greenhaven Publishing |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $33.00 |
Book Description:
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The concept of carbon offsetting emerged from the Kyoto protocol, which was passed by the UN in 1997. This anthology provides a collection of essays that offer a diverse array of views on the value and effectiveness of carbon offset programs. A question-and-response format prompts readers to examine complex issues from multiple angles. Students are encouraged to see the validity of divergent opinions, so that they may understand the topic inclusively. Fact boxes are included to...
More DescriptionThe concept of carbon offsetting emerged from the Kyoto protocol, which was passed by the UN in 1997. This anthology provides a collection of essays that offer a diverse array of views on the value and effectiveness of carbon offset programs. A question-and-response format prompts readers to examine complex issues from multiple angles. Students are encouraged to see the validity of divergent opinions, so that they may understand the topic inclusively. Fact boxes are included to summarize important information for researchers.