The age of sustainable development
By: Sachs, Jeffrey D
Title By: Ki-Moon, Ban [Foreword by]
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BookPublisher: New York : Columbia University Press, 2015.Description: xvi, 543 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 23 cm.ISBN: 9780231173155Program: MIR906Subject(s): Sustainable development | Economic development -- Environmental aspects | Sustainable development | Economic development -- Environmental aspectsDDC classification: 338.927 SA AG Online resources: Ebook | Location Map
Summary:
Provides tools, metrics, and practical pathways to help the reader achieve sustainable development goals.
| Item type | Home library | Call number | Status | Notes | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 DAY LOAN | University of Wollongong in Dubai 3 day loan | 338.927 SA AG (Browse shelf) | Available | Nov2019 | T0063504 | ||
| REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 338.927 SA AG (Browse shelf) | Available | Sep.2019 | T0062877 | ||
| REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 338.927 SA AG (Browse shelf) | Available | Ebook Available | T0062878 | ||
| REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 338.927 SA AG (Browse shelf) | Available | T0011741 |
Total holds: 0
Includes bibliographical references (p. 513-519) and index.
Introduction to sustainable development -- An unequal world -- A brief history of economic development -- Why some countries developed while others stayed poor -- Ending extreme poverty -- Planetary boundaries -- Social inclusion -- Education for all -- Health for all -- Food security -- Resilient cities -- Climate change -- Saving biodiversity and protecting ecosystem services -- Sustainable development goals.
Provides tools, metrics, and practical pathways to help the reader achieve sustainable development goals.
MIR906