我要低碳生活(英文版)
出版时间:2011年版
内容简介
Glaciers are melting and sea levelS are rising.Environmental protection is swiftly becoming one of the most urgent ehallenges for humankind.Yet environmental protection does not necessarily mean global summits or high technologies,nor is it just a hobby for the affluent.Its potential lies in everyday attitudes and a call to action.This iS not a comprehensive popular science reader about climate,but a very straightforward and convenient guide to low—carbon life.Based on Chinese people’S current lifestyles,through concerns inside and outside our homes and issues for the future,the book aims to help readers realize that environmental protection iS notjust a catchphrase or a fashion.Everyone may partake init.Low—carbon life iS not impossible to achieve,and everybody may benefit from changes that at first may seem trivial,but are environment—friendly actions close to our daily lire.A host of useful tips and experiences make the book very practical and valuable.
目录
Introduction: No Ice out There
Keywords for Low-carbon Life
1 Green Home
A Low-carbon Life Starts with No Beef
One Less Beer Each Summer Month
Vegetarians
Benefits of a Vegetarian Diet
Classification of Vegetarians
Buying Just Enough to Eat
How to Identify Organic Food
Vegetables Are Environment-friendlier Than Fruits
2 Green House
Carbon Emissions of Energy-consuming Appliances
Choosing Green and Environment-friendly Furniture
Don' t Harm the Earth Through Clothing
Valuing Your Clothes
Don' t Pay for Extras
Low-carbon Kitchen
Green Cooking Is More Nutritious
Avoiding Disposable Choiosticks
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2 Beyond Domestic Matters
3 Green Future
Appendix