Bibliograph

The green new deal and beyond, ending the climate emergency while we still can, Stan Cox ; foreword by Noam Chomsky

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The green new deal and beyond, ending the climate emergency while we still can, Stan Cox ; foreword by Noam Chomsky

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The green new deal and beyond

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1143819736

Responsibility statement

Stan Cox ; foreword by Noam Chomsky

Series statement

Open media series

Sub title

ending the climate emergency while we still can

Summary

"The prospect of a Green New Deal-sustainable energy, and justice for all Americans-has instilled millions of people with a sense of hope. To make it happen, the plan will require a national mobilization on a scale not seen since World War II. But will it be enough to prevent disaster? Scientists now warn that we have little time to eliminate greenhouse emissions. To do what's required, Stan Cox urges readers to embrace the Green New Deal but go beyond it in order to stop global warming before it's too late. In clear and accessible language, Cox explains why we must abolish the use of fossil fuels on a clear timetable, and reduce over-production and over-consumption-points not mandated by the GND. By starting now to find creative ways in which we can live in a lower-energy society, Cox writes, we as individuals and communities can play key roles in bringing about the necessary transformation"--, Provided by publisher

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