Naomi Klein's "This Changes Everything" presents a comprehensive analysis of society's failure to address climate change. Through extensive global research, she argues that current economic and political systems prioritize endless consumption and growth over environmental sustainability. Klein advocates for a shift towards prioritizing the public good and offers concrete steps for a just transition.
The Circular Economy: A User's Guide by Walter Stahel offers a clear and concise introduction to the circular economy model. In under 120 pages, Stahel contrasts it with the traditional linear approach, emphasizing waste reduction and resource efficiency. Despite some structural criticisms, the book effectively provides a foundational understanding for busy professionals.
The book discusses the relevance of environmental ethics to the Trash Economy and the value of recycling beyond economic factors. It highlights Robin Attfield's insights on ethical dimensions in waste management and emphasizes the book's focus on global environmental issues like sustainable development, climate change, and biodiversity preservation.
Scrubbing the Sky investigates various approaches to tackling climate change, including carbon capture and storage technologies. The book explores the potential of these technologies in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions associated with waste management and recycling.
"Rubbish! The Archaeology of Trash" provides a fascinating look at how different societies have handled their waste throughout human history. Through archaeological studies of landfills around the world, authors William Rathje and Cullen Murphy uncover surprising insights about trash and waste management practices.
The Trash Economy 