A Brighter Future

Author : Joshua S. Goldstein,Staffan A. Qvist
Publisher : PublicAffairs
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2019-01-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781541724099

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A Bright Future by Joshua S. Goldstein,Staffan A. Qvist Pdf

The inspiration for Nuclear Now, the new Oliver Stone film, co-written by Joshua Goldstein As climate change quickly approaches a series of turning points that guarantee disastrous outcomes, a solution is hiding in plain sight. Several countries have already replaced fossil fuels with low-carbon energy sources, and done so rapidly, in one to two decades. By following their methods, we could decarbonize the global economy by midcentury, replacing fossil fuels even while world energy use continues to rise. But so far we have lacked the courage to really try. In this clear-sighted and compelling book, Joshua Goldstein and Staffan Qvist explain how clean energy quickly replaced fossil fuels in such places as Sweden, France, South Korea, and Ontario. Their people enjoyed prosperity and growing energy use in harmony with the natural environment. They didn't do this through personal sacrifice, nor through 100 percent renewables, but by using them in combination with an energy source the Swedes call käkraft, hundreds of times safer and cleaner than coal. Clearly written and beautifully illustrated, yet footnoted with extensive technical references, Goldstein and Qvist's book will provide a new touchstone in discussions of climate change. It could spark a shift in world energy policy that, in the words of Steven Pinker's foreword, literally saves the world.

Author : Paul A. Laudicina
Publisher : BenBella Books
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781953295644

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Roadmap to a Brighter Future by Paul A. Laudicina Pdf

A Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestseller America's best days should still lie ahead. Here’s the realistic and definitive path to get us there. The future doesn’t just happen. It’s a choice that we can and must help determine. But as our deeply divided nation reels from converging crises and seemingly intractable discord, where do we begin when the stakes are unfathomably high? With multiple possible futures before us, Americans need to understand the specific consequences of our immediate choices, seize the opportunity to renew the nation's promise, and set the stage to benefit current and future generations. If we chart our course correctly, we can emerge from our current troubles with a brighter future in reach of all Americans. Based on decades of expertise in envisioning and articulating policy options, Paul Laudicina lays out four vastly different visions for America's future. In Roadmap to a Brighter Future, he outlines why the best version of America will only come about if the correct actions are taken now—and outlines the ten steps needed to decisively tackle our most pervasive problems and address critical priorities. Laudicina, who led one of the world's most-respected management consultancies and has worked as a longtime senior advisor to Joe Biden, also integrates the uncensored views and fresh ideas of dozens of the world's leading thinkers, CEOs, scientists, government leaders, and innovators, to show why optimism about the United States is not only warranted, but crucial.

Author : Bobby Hall
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781982158262

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This Bright Future by Bobby Hall Pdf

The instant New York Times bestseller and “inspiring and vulnerable” (Trevor Noah) memoir from Bobby Hall, the multiplatinum recording artist known as Logic and the #1 bestselling author of Supermarket. This Bright Future is a raw and unfiltered journey into the life and mind of Bobby Hall, who emerged from the wreckage of a horrifically abusive childhood to become an era-defining artist of our tumultuous age. A self-described orphan with parents, Bobby Hall began life as Sir Robert Bryson Hall II, the only child of an alcoholic, mentally ill mother on welfare and an absent, crack-addicted father. After enduring seventeen years of abuse and neglect, Bobby ran away from home and—with nothing more than a discarded laptop and a ninth-grade education—he found his voice in the world of hip-hop and a new home in a place he never expected: the untamed and uncharted wilderness of the social media age. In the message boards and livestreams of this brave new world, Bobby became Logic, transforming a childhood of violence, anger, and trauma into music that spread a resilient message of peace, love, and positivity. His songs would touch the lives of millions, taking him to dizzying heights of success, where the wounds of his childhood and the perils of Internet fame would nearly be his undoing. A landmark achievement in an already remarkable career, This Bright Future “is just like the author—fearless, funny, and full of heart” (Ernest Cline, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Ready Player One) and looks back on Bobby’s extraordinary life with lacerating humor and fearless honesty. Heart-wrenching yet ultimately uplifting, this book completes the incredible true story and transformation of a human being who, against all odds, refused to be broken.

Author : Corey Finkle
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 21 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-13
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781250834126

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Your Future Is Bright by Corey Finkle Pdf

Celebrate the boundless possibilities of the future with this uplifting picture book about the potential in every child, perfect for fans of Oh, the Places You’ll Go! and The Wonderful Things You Will Be. Today is a triumph! It’s awesome! You’re great! The things you’ve accomplished are truly first rate. Your efforts have made you stand out from the crowd, So, puff out your chest—you deserve to feel proud. Follow a group of children as they dream about what the future might hold. As they spin their passions into opportunities, they learn that adventure awaits any and all who put their hearts and minds into something. Told in Corey Finkle's touching rhyming verse and paired with gorgeous watercolor illustrations by Shelley Couvillion, Your Future Is Bright is an inspiring ode to self-confidence, kindness, and dedication, and makes for the perfect gift for any occasion, including graduations, baby showers, birthdays, and more.

Author : Liz Dawes,Nicola Gorringe,Katherine Hodson
Publisher : Free Association Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Child rearing
ISBN : 1911383132

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Brighter Futures by Liz Dawes,Nicola Gorringe,Katherine Hodson Pdf

Brighter Futures has been written by a team of clinical psychologists for parents and carers of children aged 4-11. This book tackles some of the challenges that face a child of this age in the modern world. Maybe your child is struggling to live life to the full. Perhaps worries are holding them back? Maybe they are finding friendships tricky? Maybe teachers have raised concerns that something is getting in the way of your child being happy or fulfilling their potential at school? A team of clinical psychologists guide you through exactly what to do, from figuring out the roots of the problem, to making and reviewing a manageable plan of action. Each chapter follows the same approach and contains tried and tested strategies that are practical and focused on the areas of concern. This book considers the whole child and all the aspects which make up their world, including environment, their routines, diet, exercise, brain development, their feelings, and their views. It will help you guide your child to learn the essential skills of life. [Subject: Psychology, Children's Psychology]

Author : Laura Carstensen
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2011-09-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781610390583

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A Long Bright Future by Laura Carstensen Pdf

The twentieth century bequeathed us a fabulous gift: thirty more years of life on average. Supersized life spans are going to radically alter society, and present an unprecedented opportunity to change our approach not only to old age but to all of life's stages. The ramifications are just beginning to dawn on us.... yet in the meantime, we keep thinking about, and planning for, life as it used to be lived. In A Long Bright Future, longevity and aging expert Laura Carstensen guides us into the new possibilities offered by a longer life. She debunks the myths and misconceptions about aging that stop us from adequately preparing for the future both as individuals and as a society: that growing older is associated with loneliness and unhappiness, and that only the genetically blessed live well and long. She then focuses on other important components of a long life, including finances, health, social relationships, Medicare and Social Security, challenging our preconceived notions of "old age" every step of the way.

Author : Tracy Dobmeier,Wendy Katzman
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781728216478

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Girls with Bright Futures by Tracy Dobmeier,Wendy Katzman Pdf

"For those who couldn't stop reading about Lori Loughlin and Operation Varsity Blues, this suspenseful thriller about the lines moms are willing to cross to get their kids into college is for you."—Refinery29 "Book Club Winner."—Real Simple, Book Club Selection "A thriller for the post-college-admission-scandal age."—PopSugar Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2021 by Parade Magazine, Newsweek, POPSUGAR, Refinery29, Brit + Co, and more! Three women, three daughters, and a promise that they'll each get what they deserve... College admissions season at Seattle's Elliott Bay Academy is marked by glowing acceptances from top-tier institutions and students as impressive as their parents are ambitious. But when Stanford alerts the school it's allotting only one spot to EBA for their incoming class, three mothers discover the competition is more cutthroat than they could have imagined. Tech giant Alicia turns to her fortune and status to fight for her reluctant daughter's place at the top. Kelly, a Stanford alum, leverages her PTA influence and insider knowledge to bulldoze the path for her high-strung daughter. And Maren makes three: single, broke, and ill-equipped to battle the elite school community aligning to bring her superstar down. That's when, days before applications are due, one of the girls suffers a near-fatal accident, one that doesn't appear to be an accident at all. As the community spirals out of control, three women will have to decide what lines they're willing to cross to secure their daughters' futures...and keep buried the secrets that threaten to destroy far more than just college dreams. The perfect book club read with a suspense bite, Girls with Bright Futures combines the college admissions scandal with the edge of Big Little Lies, the snark of Class Mom, and the schadenfreude of watching the elite implode.

Author : Patricia S. Lemer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Autism
ISBN : 0929780175

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Envisioning a Bright Future by Patricia S. Lemer Pdf

Are you . . . a PARENT searching for the right interventions for your child? . . . a PROFESSIONAL looking to enhance your treatments?. . .an EDUCATOR exploring innovative ideas for the classroom?. . .an ADULT trying to regain your health? Then this is the ONLY guide to autism, ADD and learning disabilities you need to . . . Discover how load factors accumulate and trigger symptoms; Learn about the role of vision and visual issues in ASD; Find out why a diagnosis doesn't determine treatment; Regain hope and optimism for your children and students! Editor Patricia S. Lemer is Co-founder and Executive Director of Developmental Delay Resources (DDR). She is a nationally certified counselor and has worked as an advocate for children with autism and related disorders for 40 years. Includes contributions from more than 20 authors.

Author : American Academy of Pediatrics
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1610020227

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Bright Futures by American Academy of Pediatrics Pdf

"This essential resource provides key background information and recommendations for 12 health promotion themes, including 3 brand-new topics : promoting lifelong health for families and communities, promoting health for children and youth with special health care needs, and promoting the healthy and safe use of social media. Also included in this essential resource are well-child supervision standards for 31 age-based visits, from newborn through 21 years. The result : more efficient visits, stronger partnerships with children and families, and enhanced ability to keep up with changes in family, communities, and society that affect a child's health."--Page 4 de la couverture.

Author : Paul Mason
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780241320112

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Clear Bright Future by Paul Mason Pdf

A passionate defence of humanity and a work of radical optimism from the international bestselling author of Postcapitalism How do we preserve what makes us human in an age of uncertainty? Are we now just consumers shaped by market forces? A sequence of DNA? A collection of base instincts? Or will we soon be supplanted by algorithms and A.I. anyway? In Clear Bright Future, Paul Mason calls for a radical, impassioned defence of the human being, our universal rights and freedoms and our power to change the world around us. Ranging from economics to Big Data, from neuroscience to the culture wars, he draws from his on-the-ground reporting from mass protests in Istanbul to riots in Washington, as well as his own childhood in an English mining community, to show how the notion of humanity has become eroded as never before. In this book Paul Mason argues that we are still capable - through language, innovation and co-operation - of shaping our future. He offers a vision of humans as more than puppets, customers or cogs in a machine. This work of radical optimism asks: Do you want to be controlled? Or do you want something better?

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Children
ISBN : OCLC:57364637

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Bright Futures in Practice by Anonim Pdf

Author : Ian Hanington,David Suzuki
Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781553655282

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Everything Under the Sun by Ian Hanington,David Suzuki Pdf

Co-published by the David Suzuki Foundation.

Author : Trong Nguyen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0998570257

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Winning the Hopes by Trong Nguyen Pdf

The pandemic of 2020 was a wake-up call to everyone around the world. For the first time many of us can recall, we were told to stay away from friends and family because it was the only way to stay safe and alive (literally). Shortages of basic necessities, lockdowns and "shelter in place" became our new normal. This book is a bit different from Trong's first two: it's not a how-to-sell book and it is not a fun deal-chasing story like Winning The Bank. Instead, it is a thoughtful look at and reflection on Trong's life experiences, with commentary on what he values as truly important.Winning The Hopes takes an introspective look at diversity and inclusion, lifestyle choices, individual values, and personal motivations. Follow Trong through sixteen entertaining business stories and the hard life lessons learned. In the end, Trong hopes you come to the same conclusion he has - "the most meaningful thing we can do while we are here is to help others."

Author : Bridget Grenville-Cleave,Dóra Guðmundsdóttir,Felicia Huppert,Vanessa King,David Roffey,Sue Roffey,Marten de Vries
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-28
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781000360868

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Creating The World We Want To Live In by Bridget Grenville-Cleave,Dóra Guðmundsdóttir,Felicia Huppert,Vanessa King,David Roffey,Sue Roffey,Marten de Vries Pdf

This book is about hope and a call to action to make the world the kind of place we want to live in. Our hope is to provoke conversation, and gently challenge possibly long-held views, beliefs, and ideologies about the way the world works and the people in that world. Written by eminent researchers and experienced practitioners, the book explores the principles that underpin living well, and gives examples of how this can be achieved not just in our own lives, but across communities and the planet we share. Chapters cover the stages of life from childhood to ageing, the foundations of everyday flourishing, including health and relationships, and finally wellbeing in the wider world, addressing issues such as economics, politics and the environment. Based in the scientific evidence of what works and supported by illustrations of good practice, this book is both ambitious and aspirational. The book is designed for a wide audience – anyone seeking to create positive change in the world, their institutions or communities. www.creatingtheworldwewanttolivein.org

Author : Kate O'Neill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1737187809

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A Future So Bright by Kate O'Neill Pdf