Books published by Raintree

Bridging the Energy Gap

Raintree | July 1, 2011 | 48 pages
Looks at society's reliance on fossil fuels, discusses the benefits and limitations of renewable sources, and examines how energy can be used more efficiently.  More Info

Coping With Population Growth

Raintree | July 1, 2011 | 48 pages
Looks at how population is measured, discusses the relationship between population growth, food supplies, and poverty, and examines the issues around family planning.  More Info

Promoting Health, Preventing Disease

Raintree | July 1, 2011 | 48 pages
Looks at the importance of health, discusses the challenges of controlling the spread of disease, and explains how every problem might have a solution.  More Info

Sustaining Our Natural Resources

Raintree | July 1, 2011 | 48 pages
Looks at the concepts of sustainability, renewable energy sources, and biodiversity and discusses the impact of global economic growth.  More Info

Reducing Pollution and Waste

Raintree | July 1, 2011 | 48 pages
Examines the pressure that population growth and unsustainable development is putting on the planet's resources and discusses local and global environmental issues.  More Info

Avoiding Hunger and Finding Water

Raintree | July 1, 2011 | 48 pages
Looks at famine and drought, discusses the need for more sustainable farming practices and water use, and examines patterns of consumption.  More Info