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The Big Fix

Author : Hal Harvey
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1982123990
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (821 download)

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Download or read book The Big Fix written by Hal Harvey and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-06-06 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “smart, honest, and down-to-earth” (Elizabeth Kolbert) citizen’s guide to the seven urgent changes that will really make a difference for our climate. If you think the only thing you can do to combat climate change is to install a smart thermostat or cook plant-based meat, you’re thinking too small. In The Big Fix, energy policy advisor Hal Harvey and longtime New York Times reporter Justin Gillis offer a new, hopeful way to engage with one of the greatest problems of our age. Writing in a lively, accessible style, the pair illuminate how the really big decisions that affect our climate get made—whether by the most obscure public utilities commissions or in the lofty halls of state capitols—and reveal how each of us can influence these decisions to deliver change. The pair focus on the seven areas of our political economy where ambitious but practical changes will have the greatest effect: from what kind of power plants to build to how much insulation new houses require to how efficient cars must be before they’re allowed on the road. Equal parts pragmatic and inspiring—and “full of illustrative stories and compelling evidence” (Al Gore)—The Big Fix provides an action plan for anyone serious about holding our governments accountable and saving our threatened planet.

The Big Fix

Author : Hal Harvey
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1982124008
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (821 download)

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Download or read book The Big Fix written by Hal Harvey and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-09-20 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “smart, honest, and down-to-earth” (Elizabeth Kolbert) citizen’s guide to the seven urgent changes that will really make a difference for our climate. If you think the only thing you can do to combat climate change is to install a smart thermostat or cook plant-based meat, you’re thinking too small. In The Big Fix, energy policy advisor Hal Harvey and longtime New York Times reporter Justin Gillis offer a new, hopeful way to engage with one of the greatest problems of our age. Writing in a lively, accessible style, the pair illuminate how the really big decisions that affect our climate get made—whether by the most obscure public utilities commissions or in the lofty halls of state capitols—and reveal how each of us can influence these decisions to deliver change. The pair focus on the seven areas of our political economy where ambitious but practical changes will have the greatest effect: from what kind of power plants to build to how much insulation new houses require to how efficient cars must be before they’re allowed on the road. Equal parts pragmatic and inspiring—and “full of illustrative stories and compelling evidence” (Al Gore)—The Big Fix provides an action plan for anyone serious about holding our governments accountable and saving our threatened planet.

The Big Fix

Author : Tracey Helton Mitchell
Publisher : Seal Press
ISBN 13 : 9781580056632
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (566 download)

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Download or read book The Big Fix written by Tracey Helton Mitchell and published by Seal Press. This book was released on 2017-04-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After surviving nearly a decade of heroin abuse and hard living on the streets of San Francisco's Tenderloin District, Tracey Helton Mitchell decided to get clean for good. With raw honesty and a poignant perspective on life that only comes from starting at rock bottom, The Big Fix tells her story of transformation from homeless heroin addict to stable mother of three—and the hard work and hard lessons that got her there. Rather than dwelling on the pain of addiction, Tracey focuses on her journey of recovery and rebuilding her life, while exposing the failings of the American rehab system and laying out a path for change. Starting with the first step in her recovery, Tracey re-learns how to interact with men, build new friendships, handle money, and rekindle her relationship with her mother, all while staying sober, sharp, and dedicated to her future. A decidedly female story of addiction, The Big Fix describes the unique challenges faced by women caught in the grip of substance abuse, such as the toxic connection between drug addition and prostitution. Tracey's story of hope, hard work, and rehabilitation will inspire anyone who has been affected by substance abuse while offering hope for a better future.

The Big Fix

Author : Brett Forrest
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0062308092
Total Pages : 261 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (623 download)

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Download or read book The Big Fix written by Brett Forrest and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2014-05-06 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Game of Shadows meets Among the Thugs in this revelatory true-to-life crime thriller and expose involving greed, corruption, an Asian crime syndicate, and the fixing of international soccer matches at the highest levels of the game, including the UEFA Champions League and the World Cup. In February 2013, the director of Europol, the European Union's law enforcement agency, made the shocking announcement that 700 international soccer matches had been fixed since 2008, including World Cup qualifying and exhibition matches, with a Chinese criminal syndicate pulling the strings. For the first time, investigative journalist Brett Forrest takes us inside the underworld of one of organized crime's most profitable businesses—a $1 trillion annual international betting market, of which soccer comprises 70 percent. Forrest uncovered a web of nefarious dealings across the world, even on U.S. soil. As he found, no match is safe—not even the World Cup tournament—and law enforcement officials lack the resources to stop it. But one man has taken this criminal enterprise on: Chris Eaton, former head of security for FIFA. Now with the International Center for Sports Security in Qatar, this rough and tumble Australian and longtime Interpol cop has tracked down some of the biggest fixers and their financial backers and continues his mission to clean up the world's most popular sport. Filled with headline making revelations, The Big Fix is must reading for soccer fans and true crime aficionados.

Tiny House, Big Fix

Author : Gail Anderson-Dargatz
Publisher : Orca Book Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1459821203
Total Pages : 86 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (598 download)

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Download or read book Tiny House, Big Fix written by Gail Anderson-Dargatz and published by Orca Book Publishers. This book was released on 2019-01-29 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sadie works as a framer, building houses. She lost her own home in a recent divorce and now lives with her two daughters in a rented bungalow. When her landlady says she needs to move out, Sadie finds there's a housing crisis in her community. She can't find a place to live and is forced to move her family into a travel trailer at a local campsite. When her ex-husband finds out, he insists that the girls come live with him in another city. Desperate to keep her daughters with her in their home community, Sadie is forced to rethink her dream of living in a full-sized house. In the short term, she moves her girls into a co-worker's apartment. Then, with the help of her friends and daughters, she builds a tiny house. In the process she finds living with less has its rewards and that living in a small space brings her family closer together.

The Big Fix-it Day

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Publisher : PIL Kids
ISBN 13 : 9781605531106
Total Pages : 14 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (311 download)

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Download or read book The Big Fix-it Day written by and published by PIL Kids. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read the story, turn the gears, and press the sound buttons! Turn the gears for three levels of interactive fun. Gears! Hidden images! Sound effects! 3 AG-13 button cell batteries included; 6 spreads.

Coming Climate Crisis?

Author : Claire L. Parkinson
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
ISBN 13 : 074256830X
Total Pages : 434 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (425 download)

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Download or read book Coming Climate Crisis? written by Claire L. Parkinson and published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. This book was released on 2010-04-16 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Decisively cutting through the hyperbole on both sides of the debate, distinguished NASA climatologist Claire L. Parkinson brings much-needed balance and perspective to the highly contentious issue of climate change. Offering a deeply knowledgeable overview of global conditions past and present, the author lays out a compelling argument that our understandings and models are inadequate for confident predictions of the intended and unintended consequences of various projects now under consideration to modify future climate. In one compact volume, Parkinson presents a coherent synopsis of the 4.6-billion-year history of climate change on planet Earth—both before and after humans became a significant factor—and explores current concerns regarding continued global warming and its possible consequences. She ranges over the massive geoengineering schemes being proposed and why we need to be cautious about them, the limitations of current global climate models and projections, the key arguments made by those skeptical of the mainstream views, and the realistic ways we can lessen destructive human impacts on our planet. While discussing all of these polarizing topics, the author consistently shows respect for the views of alarmists, skeptics, and the vast majority of people whose positions lie somewhere between those two extremes. The book clarifies some of the most contentious points in the climate debate, and in the process treats us to a fascinating discussion interweaving Earth history, science, the history of science, and human nature. Readers will be rewarded with a genuine understanding of a complex issue that could be among the most important facing humankind in the coming decades.

A Big Fix

Author : Ian Lowe
Publisher : Black Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9781863953832
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (538 download)

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Download or read book A Big Fix written by Ian Lowe and published by Black Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The warnings from scientists are urgent and unequivocal- our civilisation is unwittingly stepping in front of an ecological lorry that is about to fl atten us. We are using resources future generations will need, damaging environmental systems and compromising social stability by increasing the gap between rich and poor. In short, we are eating up the future. Without a radical rethinking of the way we currently live, our society is doomed. In A Big Fix, pre-eminent scientist and environmentalist Ian Lowe tackles this problem head on and offers far-reaching solutions to our environmental and social crisis. He advocates a fundamental change to our values and social institutions and offers a vision of a healthier society - one that is humane, takes an eco-centric approach, adopts long-term thinking, uses our natural resources responsibly and is informed about the workings of our natural systems. History has shown that human systems can change quickly and radically. We are a resilient, resourceful and highly adaptable species. Once we recognise the need for fundamental change - and act on it - an equitable and sustainable Australia can be within reach.

Things Too Huge to Fix by Saying Sorry

Author : Susan Vaught
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1481422790
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (814 download)

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Download or read book Things Too Huge to Fix by Saying Sorry written by Susan Vaught and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A family mystery leads Dani Beans to investigate the secrets of Ole Miss and the dark history of race relations in Oxford, Mississippi"--

Robert Le Rossignol

Author : Deri Sheppard
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030297144
Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Robert Le Rossignol written by Deri Sheppard and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-02-06 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A principal aim of this first biography of Robert Le Rossignol, engineer of the Haber process, is to bring new evidence to the attention of the scientific community allowing a re-assessment of the origins of the 'Haber' process. However, the scope of the book is much wider and goes beyond the discovery of 'fixation' to account for a life distinct from Haber, one full of remarkable science, cruel circumstance, personal tragedy and amazing benevolence, the latter made possible by Haber’s generous financial arrangement with Le Rossignol regarding his royalties from the BASF.

Big Problems

Author : Andy Boyle
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0143133004
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (431 download)

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Download or read book Big Problems written by Andy Boyle and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-03-31 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A smart, funny dive into the weight-loss industry, from a journalist on a quest to master healthy living Like many of us, Andy Boyle struggled with his weight all his life. But it wasn't until one fateful pants-splitting incident that he realized he really ought to do something about it. Since then he has lost the weight. And put it back on. And lost it again. As he fumbled through his weight-loss journey, Andy learned the hard way that there's a difference between real, effective methods and the crap that big businesses are trying to sell you. In Big Problems, Andy explores the reasons why we've gotten fat in the first place as well as real ways to lose those extra pounds. Through interviews with health experts, doctors, runners, bodybuilders and more, he unpacks the truths hidden beneath the hype, including: Are superfoods really all that super? Why the heck are you so hungry all the time? Is it better to go for a run or lift weights? Does dieting work? (Spoiler alert: No) While he is by no means an expert, Andy Boyle's hands-on experience and insightful research cuts through the bullshit and gives it to you straight. This funny and useful book will have you lacing up your workout shoes and saying "no" to that second beer. (Well, maybe sometimes...)

The Fix is in

Author : Brian Tuohy
Publisher : Feral House
ISBN 13 : 1932595813
Total Pages : 323 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (325 download)

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Download or read book The Fix is in written by Brian Tuohy and published by Feral House. This book was released on 2010 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Factual accounts expose how professional sports manipulate the outcomes of games for TV ratings and profits.

GO BIG

Author : Ed Miliband
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 1473576431
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (735 download)

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Download or read book GO BIG written by Ed Miliband and published by Random House. This book was released on 2021-06-03 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do we rein in the power of Big Tech? How do we tackle the climate crisis? How can all of us play a part in making change happen? For the past four years, Ed Miliband has been discovering and interviewing brilliant people all around the world who are successfully tackling the biggest problems we face, transforming communities and pioneering global movements. Go Big draws on the most imaginative and ambitious of these ideas to provide a vision for the kind of society we need. A better world is possible; the solutions are out there. We can all make a difference. We just need to know where to look - and have the courage to think big. Go Big shows us how. 'Enthralling' PHILIP PULLMAN 'Such a hopeful book' ELIZABETH DAY 'Should be the rallying cry of progressives around the world' RUTGER BREGMAN

Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair

Author : C. Calvin Jones
Publisher : Park Tool
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 654 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair written by C. Calvin Jones and published by Park Tool. This book was released on 2019-04-24 with total page 654 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The BBB-4 Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair by Calvin Jones is packed with easy-to-follow, step-by-step procedures, color photos and repair tips for keeping almost any road or off-road bike running smoothly and trouble-free. Whether it's repairing a flat tire, adjusting brakes and shifting systems, truing wheels, or maintaining hub, headset and bottom bracket bearing systems, the BBB-4 has you covered. Thoroughly researched and revised, the 4th edition of the Big Blue Book contains updated photos, torque specifications and troubleshooting tables, along with new content on wheel building, electronic shifting, 12-speed and 1X drivetrains, tubeless tires, disc brakes, headset and bottom bracket standards, and more. Truly an indispensable tool and reference source for both the novice and advanced bicycle mechanic.

The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative

Author : Florence Williams
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN 13 : 0393242722
Total Pages : 206 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (932 download)

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Download or read book The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative written by Florence Williams and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2017-02-07 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Highly informative and remarkably entertaining." —Elle From forest trails in Korea, to islands in Finland, to eucalyptus groves in California, Florence Williams investigates the science behind nature’s positive effects on the brain. Delving into brand-new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and strengthen our relationships. As our modern lives shift dramatically indoors, these ideas—and the answers they yield—are more urgent than ever.

Fix-It and Forget-It Big Book of Keto Recipes

Author : Hope Comerford
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1680995413
Total Pages : 1163 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book Fix-It and Forget-It Big Book of Keto Recipes written by Hope Comerford and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 1163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 500 Low-Carb Meals—from the Series that has Sold More Than 11 Million Copies! The keto diet has soared in popularity due to its effectiveness in helping people lose weight, balance blood sugar and blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and more. But coming up with family-friendly keto meals that don’t require a lot of preparation time can be tricky. Maybe you find yourself making the same three meals over and over again. Well, now you can choose from 500 recipes for delicious keto-friendly meals all in one book! Here are tasty breakfasts, easy lunches, healthy dinners, delicious desserts, and even some snacks and hot drinks—many are made in a slow cooker or Instant Pot, with a generous selection of recipes made on the stovetop, in the oven, or on the grill! Healthy cooking doesn't get much easier. Find recipes such as: Buffalo Chicken Dip Buttery Lemon Chicken Quick Steak Tacos Cajun Shrimp Bacon and Cheese Crustless Quiche Slow-Cooker Pumpkin Pie Pudding And hundreds more! There are plenty of options to please every palate! Never has sticking to keto been so easy.

Arbitrary Lines

Author : M. Nolan Gray
Publisher : Island Press
ISBN 13 : 1642832553
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (428 download)

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Download or read book Arbitrary Lines written by M. Nolan Gray and published by Island Press. This book was released on 2022-06-21 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What if scrapping one flawed policy could bring US cities closer to addressing debilitating housing shortages, stunted growth and innovation, persistent racial and economic segregation, and car-dependent development? It’s time for America to move beyond zoning, argues city planner M. Nolan Gray in Arbitrary Lines: How Zoning Broke the American City and How to Fix It. With lively explanations and stories, Gray shows why zoning abolition is a necessary—if not sufficient—condition for building more affordable, vibrant, equitable, and sustainable cities. The arbitrary lines of zoning maps across the country have come to dictate where Americans may live and work, forcing cities into a pattern of growth that is segregated and sprawling. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be this way. Reform is in the air, with cities and states across the country critically reevaluating zoning. In cities as diverse as Minneapolis, Fayetteville, and Hartford, the key pillars of zoning are under fire, with apartment bans being scrapped, minimum lot sizes dropping, and off-street parking requirements disappearing altogether. Some American cities—including Houston, America’s fourth-largest city—already make land-use planning work without zoning. In Arbitrary Lines, Gray lays the groundwork for this ambitious cause by clearing up common confusions and myths about how American cities regulate growth and examining the major contemporary critiques of zoning. Gray sets out some of the efforts currently underway to reform zoning and charts how land-use regulation might work in the post-zoning American city. Despite mounting interest, no single book has pulled these threads together for a popular audience. In Arbitrary Lines, Gray fills this gap by showing how zoning has failed to address even our most basic concerns about urban growth over the past century, and how we can think about a new way of planning a more affordable, prosperous, equitable, and sustainable American city.