Is renewable energy same as green energy? What is energy efficiency? What are energy labels? What is meant by energy security? How do we get electricity from wind? Why is building a dam often a controversial issue? What is biodiesel? What is the global renewable energy scenario? Know the answers to these, and 42 more frequently asked questions, on renewable energy, its various aspects, and impacts. Other titles in this series: 50 FAQs on Air Pollution (ISBN: 9788179934531) 50 FAQs on Climate Change (ISBN: 9788179935392) 50 FAQS on Global Warming (ISBN: 9788179934524) 50 FAQs on Waste Management (ISBN: 9788179935408) 50 FAQs on Water Pollution (ISBN: 9788179934593)
Brings together disparate conversations about wildlife conservation and renewable energy, suggesting ways these two critical fields can work hand in hand. Renewable energy is often termed simply "green energy," but its effects on wildlife and other forms of biodiversity can be quite complex. While capturing renewable resources like wind, solar, and energy from biomass can require more land than fossil fuel production, potentially displacing wildlife habitat, renewable energy infrastructure can also create habitat and promote species health when thoughtfully implemented. The authors of Renewable Energy and Wildlife Conservation argue that in order to achieve a balanced plan for addressing these two crucially important sustainability issues, our actions at the nexus of these fields must be directed by current scientific information related to the ecological effects of renewable energy production. Synthesizing an extensive, rapidly growing base of research and insights from practitioners into a single, comprehensive resource, contributors to this volume • describe processes to generate renewable energy, focusing on the Big Four renewables—wind, bioenergy, solar energy, and hydroelectric power • review the documented effects of renewable energy production on wildlife and wildlife habitats • consider current and future policy directives, suggesting ways industrial-scale renewables production can be developed to minimize harm to wildlife populations • explain recent advances in renewable power technologies • identify urgent research needs at the intersection of renewables and wildlife conservation Relevant to policy makers and industry professionals—many of whom believe renewables are the best path forward as the world seeks to meet its expanding energy needs—and wildlife conservationists—many of whom are alarmed at the rate of renewables-related habitat conversion—this detailed book culminates with a chapter underscoring emerging opportunities in renewable energy ecology. Contributors: Edward B. Arnett, Brian B. Boroski, Regan Dohm, David Drake, Sarah R. Fritts, Rachel Greene, Steven M. Grodsky, Amanda M. Hale, Cris D. Hein, Rebecca R. Hernandez, Jessica A. Homyack, Henriette I. Jager, Nicole M. Korfanta, James A. Martin, Christopher E. Moorman, Clint Otto, Christine A. Ribic, Susan P. Rupp, Jake Verschuyl, Lindsay M. Wickman, T. Bently Wigley, Victoria H. Zero
What do the terms PM10 and PM2.5 mean? Is nuclear energy a clean source of energy? What is a hybrid car? How does E-waste contribute to air pollution? What are E-crackers? How is plastic associated with air pollution? What are catalytic converters? Know the answers to these, and 43 more frequently asked questions, on air pollution, its various aspects, and impacts. Other titles in this series: 50 FAQS on Climate Change (ISBN: 9788179936917) 50 FAQs on Global Warming (ISBN: 9788179936986) 50 FAQs on Renewable Energy (ISBN: 9788179936900) 50 FAQs on Waste Management (ISBN: 9788179936993) 50 FAQs on Water Pollution (ISBN: 9788179936924) Table of Contents: Earth’s atmosphere / Composition of air / Air pollution / VOCs / Major sources of air pollution / Greenhouse effect / Acid rain / Particulate matter / Respirators / Nuclear energy / Hybrid cars / Electric cars / Aviation pollution / E-waste / Pollution from agriculture / E-crackers / Pollution from thermal power plants / BS-VI / GHGs / Air pollution and global warming / Paris Agreement / Renewable sources of energy / Air pollution and trees / Air pollution due to construction / Plastic, a cause of air pollution / Largest source of GHG release / Catalytic converters / Temperature increase since Industrial Revolution / Air pollution measurement / Air quality / Indoor air pollution / Health effects of indoor air pollution / Mitigation of indoor air pollution / Ozone hole / Clean fuels / Biodiesel / Carbon footprint / Ozone depletion by non-CFCs / Hydrogen energy / PUC / India’s most polluted city / India’s cleanest city / Smog / Primary and secondary pollutants / Montreal Protocol / Laws on air pollution / CO2 released per litre / Worst air pollution disaster / Emission trading / Ways to reduce air pollution
Is global warming same as climate change? What is the greenhouse effect? Which country emits the maximum amount of CO2? What is IPCC? Which areas of the world will be affected the most by global warming? What is the Earth Summit? What is CNG? What can you do to control global warming? Know the answers to these, and 42 more frequently asked questions, on global warming, its various aspects, and impacts. Other titles in this series: 50 FAQs on Air Pollution 50 FAQS on Climate Change 50 FAQs on Renewable Energy 50 FAQs on Waste Management 50 FAQs on Water Pollution
What is the composition of water found on Earth? How does change in temperature cause water pollution? Can the formation of clouds be affected by pollution? Why is water quality so crucial? How does water pollution affect aquatic life? Can groundwater ever mix with surface water? Why is it important to reduce the water footprint? Know the answers to these, and 43 more frequently asked questions, on water pollution, its various aspects, and impacts. Other titles in this series: 50 FAQs on Air Pollution (ISBN: 9788174686514) 50 FAQS on Climate Change (ISBN: 9788179936917) 50 FAQs on Global Warming (ISBN: 9788179936986) 50 FAQs on Renewable Energy (ISBN: 9788179936900) 50 FAQs on Water Pollution (ISBN: 9788179936924) Table of Contents: Composition of water / Freshwater / Natural hot water / Hot thermal vents / Water in adult human body / Fresh water / Drinking water / Water quality / Water scarcity / Water pollution / Formation of clouds / Causes of water pollution / Universal solvent / Sources of water pollution / Categories of water pollution / Sources of water pollution in India / Temperature in water pollution / Daily human contribution to water pollution / Measuring water pollution / Waterborne diseases / Microplastics / Effect of water pollution on marine life / Oil spills / Groundwater contamination / Arsenic contamination in groundwater / Water cycle / Water crisis / Water footprint / Importance of reducing water footprint / Desalination / Sewage treatment / Eutrophication / Biochemical oxygen demand / Safe drinking water / Heavy metals / Bioaccumulation of heavy metals / Water pollution due to heavy metals / Acid rain / Lead / Agricultural impact on water / Municipal solid waste / Leachate / Reverse osmosis / Black and grey water / Recycling black and grey water / Effects of polluting rivers / Zero Liquid Discharge / Environmental legislation for water pollution / Sustainable Development Goals / Reducing water pollution
Why are the winters getting colder? How will India be impacted by climate change? What are the various sources of CO2 emissions? When did we first learn about man?s role in climate change? How will climate change impact human health? What is the Montreal Protocol? What can you do to tackle climate change? Know the answers to these, and 43 more frequently asked questions, on climate change, its various aspects, and impacts. Other titles in this series: 50 FAQs on Air Pollution (ISBN: 9788179934531) 50 FAQS on Global Warming (ISBN: 9788179934524) 50 FAQs on Renewable Energy (ISBN: 9788179935415) 50 FAQs on Waste Management (ISBN: 9788179935408) 50 FAQs on Water Pollution (ISBN: 9788179934593)
Is the sun responsible for global warming? What is the cryosphere and why is it important? How can volcanoes affect climate change? What is a carbon sink and how does it affect climate change? Why are the trees in the Amazon called sweat glands? What role does NASA play in mitigating climate change? How does global warming affect foraging of bees? Know the answers to these, and 43 more frequently asked questions, on global warming, its various aspects, and impacts. Other titles in this series: 50 FAQs on Air Pollution (ISBN: 9788174686514) 50 FAQS on Climate Change (ISBN: 9788179936917) 50 FAQs on Renewable Energy (ISBN: 9788179936900) 50 FAQs on Waste Management (ISBN: 9788179936993) 50 FAQs on Water Pollution (ISBN: 9788179936924) Table of Contents: Weather and climate / Global warming / Greenhouse gases / Cryosphere / Climate change / Source of methane / Volcanoes and climate change / Aviation and global warming / Long-lived GHGs / Paleoclimatology / Carbon sink / Carbon sequestration / Water vapour and global warming / Cement and climate change / Amazon rainforests / Climate change and bushfires / Health hazards and bushfires / Disappearance of islands / NASA and climate change / Global warming and agriculture / Polar bears and climate change / Extinction of fish species / Hurricanes and weather patterns / Climate engineering / Oceans and climate change / Odd-even scheme / Coronavirus and deforestation / Overpopulation and global warming / Plastic pollution / Pyrolysis / Bees and global warming / Climate refugees / Appiko movement / Ocean acidification / Corals and global warming / CO2 emissions / Electric vehicles / AI and climate change / CO2-equivalent / The Montreal Protocol / The Kyoto Protocol / Activist Greta Thunberg / Goldilocks Zone / The Paris Agreement / Sustainable Development Goals / Green Climate Fund / GHG emissions and the Kyoto Protocol / UNFCCC and its objectives / Polluter pays principle / Tackling global warming / Glossary / Test yourself!
What is municipal solid waste? What is e-waste? What is biomedical waste? How did people manage waste in ancient times? Who are ragpickers and how do they help in waste disposal? What is vermicomposting? What are the negative effects of unmanaged waste? Know the answers to these, and 43 more frequently asked questions, on waste and its management, its various aspects, and impacts Other titles in this series: 50 FAQs on Air Pollution (ISBN: 9788174686514) 50 FAQS on Climate Change (ISBN: 9788179936917) 50 FAQs on Global Warming (ISBN: 9788179936986) 50 FAQs on Renewable Energy (ISBN: 9788179936900) 50 FAQs on Water Pollution (ISBN: 9788179936924) Table of Contents: Waste / Source of waste / Types of waste / Biodegradable and non biodegradable waste / Importance of waste management / Per capita waste generation / Properties of solid waste / Chemical properties of solid waste / Municipal solid waste / Treatment of municipal solid waste / India law for MSW management / Biomedical waste / Treatment of biomedical waste / India law for biomedical waste management / Hazardous waste / Treatment of hazardous waste / Laws for hazardous waste management / E-waste / Treatment of e-waste / Law for e-waste management / Inert waste / Waste management in ancient times / Integrated solid waste management / Waste management hierarchy / Waste segregation / Three Rs / Aerobic and anaerobic digestion / Composting / Vermicomposting / Landfills / Impact of landfills / Negative effects of unmanaged waste / Role of scrap collectors / Ragpickers / Waste-to-energy / Waste-to-energy plants / Gobar gas / Syngas / Great Pacific Garbage Patch / Life cycle assessment / Sanitary landfill / Circular economy / Sustainable Development Goals / SDGs linked to waste management / Shopping / Consumerism / Swachh Bharat Mission / Plastic Man of India / Plastic roads / Waste to Wonder Park
Where does the garbage from our homes land up? What is e-waste? Why is plastic dangerous? How is waste generation linked to global warming? What is zero waste philosophy? How much waste is produced in India every year? What can you do to bring down waste generation? Know the answers to these, and 43 more frequently asked questions, on waste and its management, its various aspects, and impacts. Other titles in this series: 50 FAQs on Air Pollution 50 FAQs on Climate Change 50 FAQS on Global Warming 50 FAQs on Renewable Energy 50 FAQs on Water Pollution
Which Indian state has the maximum number of polluted rivers? What is meant by reverse osmosis? How is water quality linked to human health? When is World Water Day celebrated? How can water supply be increased at the global level? What role do households play in water pollution? What can you do to prevent water pollution? Know the answers to these, and 43 more frequently asked questions, on water pollution, its various aspects, and impacts. Other titles in this series: 50 FAQs on Air Pollution (ISBN: 9788179934531) 50 FAQS on Climate Change (ISBN: 9788179935392) 50 FAQs on Global Warming (ISBN: 9788179934524) 50 FAQs on Renewable Energy (ISBN: 9788179935415) 50 FAQs on Waste Management (ISBN: 9788179935408)
