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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A vivid account of a major shift in how we understand Earth, from an exceptionally talented new voice. Earth is not simply an inanimate planet on which life evolved, but rather a planet that came to life. “Glorious . . . full of achingly beautiful passages...

A Financial Times Best Science Book of 2023 A scientist’s exploration of the "ocean engine"—the physics behind the ocean’s systems—and why it matters. All of Earth’s oceans, from the equator to the poles, are a single engine powered by sunlight, driving huge flows of energy, water...

A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK TO READ THIS SUMMER From bestselling author Susan Casey, an awe-inspiring portrait of the mysterious world beneath the waves, and the men and women who seek to uncover its secrets “An irresistible mix of splendid scholarship, heart-stopping adventure writing, and...

A sea captain’s beautifully written tour of our planet, our oceans, and our ever-changing atmosphere What’s in a cloud? Did you know that water vapor is invisible and actually lighter than dry air? What separates a tropical storm from a winter blizzard? And what exactly is El Niño? Elliot...

**Kirkus Best Books of the Year (2013)** **Kansas City Star Best Books of the Year (2013)** A passionate student of Japanese poetry, theater, and art for much of her life, Gretel Ehrlich felt compelled to return to the earthquake-and-tsunami-devastated Tohoku coast to bear witness, listen to...

“[A] winningly obsessive history of our relationship with underground places” (The Guardian), from sacred caves and derelict subway stations to nuclear bunkers and ancient underground cities—an exploration of the history, science, architecture, and mythology of the worlds beneath our feet...

The internationally bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees shows how we can decipher nature's secret signs by studying the weather. The internationally bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees shows how we can decipher nature's secret signs by studying the weather. In this...

By the world-renowned seismologist, a riveting history of natural disasters, their impact on our culture, and new ways of thinking about the ones to come Earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, hurricanes, volcanoes--they stem from the same forces that give our planet life. Earthquakes give us natural...

A Los Angeles Times Book Prize Finalist Winner of the J. Anthony Lukas Award A landmark work of science, history and reporting on the past, present and imperiled future of the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes—Erie, Huron, Michigan, Ontario and Superior—hold 20 percent of the world’s supply of...

On a hot morning in May 1999, three Brazilian garimpeiros(small-scale miners) found a large pink diamond in the muddy waters of the Abaete River, a discovery that captivated the diamond trade. Beginning with this dramatic and revealing story, Matthew Hart takes readers on a journey far beyond...

The mystery of Earth's invisible, life-supporting power Alanna Mitchell's globe-trotting history of the science of electromagnetism and the Earth's magnetic field--right up to the latest indications that the North and South Poles may soon reverse, with apocalyptic results--will soon change the...

“Immersive . . . bracingly ambitious . . . rewinds the story of life on Earth—from the mammoth steppe of the last Ice Age to the dawn of multicellular creatures over 500 million years ago.”—The Economist LONGLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE “One of those rare books that’s...

In this series of podcasts, we explore breakthrough technologies, emerging trends and practical solutions shaping tomorrow's energy systems.We'll hear from those at the forefront of the energy transition, ask about the challenges and discover how today's decisions are creating a more sustainable tomorrow for all of us.The podcast is produced by the team at Salix Finance.We’re here to help energy consumers by delivering decarbonisation, creating clean power and lowering energy bills.We enable people to live in warmer and healthier homes and we help deliver resilient public buildings which are...

Start something. Shift everything. EcoLife is exploring how small choices add up to big changes for a healthier planet. From electric vehicles and solar panels to gardening and rewilding, we’re speaking with experts and passionate Albertans to get tips and tricks on every day sustainable living.

El fondo del mar es un ensayo divulgativo sobre la biología marina y una mirada personal del escritor Andrés Cota Hiriart hacia el océano: "Meditando un poco respecto al número de exploradores que han desafiado las fronteras más lejanas de la Tierra surge una inquietud inmediata: ¿A qué obedece esta fijación por las alturas y consecuente rechazo por el abismo? ¿De dónde proviene la pulsión de ir hacia arriba en lugar de ir hacia abajo?".

Flood insurance doesn't have to be confusing.Welcome to The Simply Flood Podcast, where flood insurance expert Lisa Sharrard helps homeowners, homebuyers, real estate professionals, and insurance agents understand flood insurance with clear, practical advice.While many agents don't specialize in it, Lisa has spent nearly 40 years in floodplain management, FEMA programs, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), and flood insurance. She breaks down complex topics into straightforward information you can actually use. New episodes are released every three weeks, covering flood insurance, ...

Una guía visual para entender la vertiginosa transformación de la India y su creciente peso en el tablero geopolítico mundial Desde la fundación de la Compañía de las Indias Orientales hasta la ascensión al poder de Narendra Modi, este libro recorre los grandes hitos que han marcado la...

The ocean is a wild and mysterious place! Welcome to That Sea Pod, a podcast that does a deep dive into your burning questions. Each episode we answer a listener submitted question about the ocean in a comprehensive but entertaining way. This is not your high school science class!

This timeless classic of Jules Verne, depicts the tale of Axel Liedenbrock and his impatient and irascible uncle The Professor as they attempt a journey to the very centre of the Earth. After the Professor finds a coded message by the obscure Icelandic Savant Arne Saknussemm detailing how to...

The environmental compliance briefing for Canadian practitioners, published every Monday. Each episode opens with a scannable Compliance Brief you can forward to your team, then regulatory updates across provincial and federal jurisdictions, contaminated sites and remediation news, and a practitioner field lesson with the most common mistake and its fix. AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production.