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Beacham's Guide to Environmental Issues and Sources by Charles J. Moseley (Editor)
Call Number: GE115 .B43 1993
ISBN: 0933833318
Publication Date: 1993
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Environmental Studies in Video
Environmental Studies in Video will contain 500 hours of film covering all realms of environmental studies, particularly ethics, policy, economics, law, sociology, planning, and environmental science. The collection addresses specific topics including alternative energy, pollution control, eco-design, sustainability, farming and agriculture, the food industry, LEED certification, waste issues, and climate change.

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