Hot Air

Author : Peter Stott
Publisher : Atlantic Books (UK)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2022-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1838952519

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Hot Air by Peter Stott Pdf

The shocking inside story of the fight to halt climate change over the past twenty-five years by a world-renowned scientist. SHORTLISTED FOR THE RSL CHRISTOPHER BLAND PRIZE 2022 Ours is the age of global warming. Rising sea levels, extreme weather, forest fires. Dire warnings are everywhere, so why has it taken so long for the crisis to be recognised? Here, for the first time, climate scientist Peter Stott reveals the bitter fight to get international recognition for what, among scientists, has been known for decades: human activity causes climate change. Across continents and against the efforts of sceptical governments, prominent climate change deniers and shadowy lobbyists, Hot Air is the urgent story of how the science was developed, how it has been repeatedly sabotaged and why humanity hasn't a second to spare in the fight to halt climate change.

Author : Jeffrey Simpson,Mark Jaccard,Nic Rivers
Publisher : Emblem Editions
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781551994185

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Hot Air by Jeffrey Simpson,Mark Jaccard,Nic Rivers Pdf

Here’s a clear, believable book for Canadians concerned about our situation — and it offers a solution. It’s a brilliant mix. To “Canada’s best mind on the environment,” Mark Jaccard, who won the 2006 Donner Prize for an academic book in this area, you add Nic Rivers, a researcher who works with him at Simon Fraser University. Then you add Jeffrey Simpson, the highly respected Globe and Mail columnist, to punch the message home in a clear, hard-hitting way. The result is a unique book. Most other books on energy and climate change are: (a) terrifying or (b) academic or (c) quirky, advocating a single, neat solution like solar or wind power. This book is different. It starts with an alarming description of the climate threat to our country. Then it shifts to an alarming description of how Canadians have been betrayed by their politicians (“We’re working on it!”), their industrialists (“Things aren’t that bad, really, and voluntary guidelines will be good enough.”), and even their environmentalists (“Energy efficiency can be profitable, and people can change their lifestyles!”) All of this, of course, reinforces the myths that forceful policies are not needed. Hot Air then lays out in convincing and easily understandable terms the few simple policies that Canada must adopt right away in order to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions over the next few decades. It even shows how these policies can be designed to have minimal negative effects. With evidence from other countries that are successfully addressing climate change, Hot Air shows why these are the only policies that will work — and why this is a matter of life and death for all of us.

Author : Tony Kordyban
Publisher : American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9790791802235

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More Hot Air by Tony Kordyban Pdf

"Each case study, told as an anecdote, is designed to teach a basic concept of heat transfer, as applied to keeping electronics from overheating. Many people not trained in the basics of heat transfer have been roped into doing this job out of necessity. For those who lack any formal training in heat transfer, the case studies explode many of the myths about cooling electronics and replace these flawed practices with sound engineering, based on actual heat transfer theory. The case studies and humor in this book are also entertaining to those well versed in electronics cooling."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Howard Kurtz
Publisher : Crown
Page : 499 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-10-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780307815477

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Hot Air by Howard Kurtz Pdf

America is awash in talk. Loud talk, angry talk, conspiratorial talk that has changed the nature of journalism and politics, producing a high-decibel revolution in the way we communicate. In this fascinating, maddening, behind-the-scenes look at America's powerful talk shows, the author of Media Circus examines their excesses, conflicts, and impact, and explains how they are changing our culture.

Author : Alexa Getchell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0578726998

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My Hot Air Balloon Ride by Alexa Getchell Pdf

Author : David Nutt
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 449 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780857844965

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Drugs without the hot air by David Nutt Pdf

The dangers of illegal drugs are well known and rarely disputed, but how harmful are alcohol and tobacco by comparison? The issue of what a drug is and how we should live with them affects us all: parents, teachers, users – anyone who has taken a painkiller or drunk a glass of wine. Written by renowned psychiatrist, Professor David Nutt, Drugs without the hot air casts a refreshingly honest light on drugs and answers crucial questions that are rarely ever disputed. What are we missing by banning medical research into magic mushrooms, LSD and cannabis? Can they be sources of valuable treatments? How can psychedelics treat depression? Drugs without the hot air covers a wide range of topics, from addiction and whether addictive personalities exist to the role of cannabis in treating epilepsy, an overview on the opioid crisis, and an assessment of how harmful vaping is. This new expanded and revised second edition includes even more details on international policies, particularly in the US. David's research has won international support, reducing drug-related harm by introducing policies that are founded on scientific evidence. But there is still a lot to be done. Accessibly written, this much-awaited second edition is an important book for everyone that brings us all up to date with the 'war of drugs'.

Author : Mary Calhoun
Publisher : Echo Point Books & Media
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1635617995

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Hot-Air Henry by Mary Calhoun Pdf

When that intrepid Siamese cat Henry stows away in a hot-air balloon he has the adventure of a lifetime. The fast pace, plot twists, and clear resolution of the adventure make this story a natural read-aloud.

Author : Clive Catterall
Publisher : Chicago Review Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781613740965

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The Hot Air Balloon Book by Clive Catterall Pdf

More than a century before the Wright brothers' first flight, humans were taking to the skies in hot air balloons. Today, with basic craft skills, you can build and safely launch your own balloons using inexpensive, readily available materials. Author and inventor Clive Catterall provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions for eight different homemade models, as well as the science and history behind them. Some, like the Solar Tetroon or the Trash Bag Sausage, are made from plastic bags and tape. Others, like the Khom Loi or the Kongming Lantern, are built using tissue paper and wire. The Hot Air Balloon Book also shows readers ways to heat the interior air that lifts these balloons, from tea candles to hair dryers, kitchen toasters to the sun's warming rays. Always keeping safety in mind, the author includes detailed guidelines on when and where open flames are appropriate and the proper weather conditions to launch these lighter-than-air craft.

Author : Buffy Silverman
Publisher : Lerner Publications ™
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781541505971

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How Do Hot Air Balloons Work? by Buffy Silverman Pdf

Hot air balloons are huge and colorful. They're lots of fun to watch. But how do they fly? And how do people control where the hot air balloon goes? Read this book to find out!

Author : Jill Atkins
Publisher : Maverick Arts
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781848867888

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Raccoon and the Hot Air Balloon by Jill Atkins Pdf

Raccoon is in search of adventure! A hot air balloon looks like the perfect way for him to experience flying . . . but how will he get down?

Author : Chris Elliott
Publisher : Weinstein Books
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2007-10-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781602860322

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Into Hot Air by Chris Elliott Pdf

Now in paperback: For decades the world has credited renowned explorer Sir Edmund Hillary with being the first person to reach the peak of Mount Everest. But was he? Evidence to the contrary arrives one day on the doorstep of Chris Elliott--an anonymous package that contains the diary of his Great Uncle Percy Brackett Elliott, an adventurer (and raving loony) who mysteriously disappeared decades ago while climbing Everest. The diary seems to indicate that Percy--not Hillary--was the first person to reach the peak. By retracing Percy's journey, Chris believes he will be able to uncover the mystery behind his disappearance and perhaps once and for all determine who was really the first person to summit Everest.

Author : S L Bridle
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780857845054

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Food and Climate Change without the hot air by S L Bridle Pdf

Did you know that more than a quarter of the greenhouse-gas emissions that cause climate change come from food? In this ground-breaking and accessible book, Professor Sarah Bridle calculates the greenhouse gas emissions of a selection of our most popular meals and beverages, from a cup of tea and a bowl of cereal to spaghetti bolognese and chicken tikka masala. Breaking down different ingredients and cooking methods to reveal their environmental impact, she finds delicious and sustainable meal alternatives. With this knowledge, we can make a conscious effort to lower our emissions, such as eating more locally grown produce and introducing meat-free days, enabling us to help our planet while also eating healthier food. As well as explaining how our food choices impact the environment and giving practical advice on how to lower emissions, Food and Climate Change without the hot air considers how climate change will affect the food of the future. A rigorously researched discussion of how food and climate change are intimately connected, Bridle also dives into the important topic of food waste and gives valuable tips to avoid leftovers. Illustrated in full colour throughout, this is an essential resource for anyone with eco-anxiety looking for quick and easy ideas to become more sustainable.

Author : Jose Domingo
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-20
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781909263369

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Pablo & Jane and the Hot Air Contraption by Jose Domingo Pdf

A strange green glow is coming from the old house up on the hill, and when Pablo and Jane decide to inquire they make an unexpected discovery! Zapped into the Monster Dimension by the evil cat, Dr. Felinibus, they must now find a way home in the broken Hot Air Time Machine, with a little help from their friend Dr. Jules (a nineteenth century scientist trapped inside the body of a rat). Help Pablo, Jane, and Dr. Jules as they race for their lives through Lopsided London, Terrifying Transylvania, Horrid Hawaii to find the missing parts of their machine and avoid the terrors of the Monster Dimension.

Author : Clive Catterall
Publisher : Chicago Review Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2013-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781613740996

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The Hot Air Balloon Book by Clive Catterall Pdf

With detailed, step-by-step instructions, this richly illustrated science project book shows how to construct and safely launch homemade balloons. Some designs, including the Solar Tetroon or the Giant Solar Sausage, are made from garbage bags and tape, while others, such as the Khom Loi, are created from tissue paper and wire; yet all of the projects use inexpensive, readily available materials and are easy to construct with only basic crafting skills. Ever safety conscious, this manual provides detailed guidelines for various methods to heat the interior air that lifts the balloons, including when and where open flames are appropriate, and the proper weather conditions to launch these creations. With a full chapter on troubleshooting, should a design fail to fly, this book will make balloon engineers of just about anyone.

Author : Cheryl Walsh Bellville
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Ballooning
ISBN : 0876147503

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Flying in a Hot Air Balloon by Cheryl Walsh Bellville Pdf

The author describes her experiences with hot air ballooning as passenger and ground-crew member and depicts the sport from flight preparation to dismantling.