A Day in the Life of the Global Green Economy

A Day in the Life of the Global Green Economy
by: Dharshini David (Author)
Publisher: Elliott Thompson
Publication Date: 2024/5/1
Language: English
Print Length: 288 pages
ISBN-10: 1783966297
ISBN-13: 9781783966295
Book Description
Economics isn’t just people in suits talking about statistics – it affects every aspect of your life, from the clothes on your back and the bread on your table, to the steel in your office block and the fuel for your car. And there are huge changes afoot as the global green revolution sweeps across our world.Following the course of an average day – from the moment we flick on the light to the daily commute, and even where our savings are going – in this vibrant and eye-opening book, economist and broadcaster Dharshini David explores the green economic changes and challenges and opportunities facing us all.From sustainable materials to ethical practices, from government policies to corporate greenwashing, she reveals the biggest factors driving innovation around the world, the wide-ranging ripple effects, and the issues we urgently need to overcome for a sustainable future.If you’ve ever wondered what green issues really mean for our day-to-day lives, this book is for you.
About the Author
Economics isn’t just people in suits talking about statistics – it affects every aspect of your life, from the clothes on your back and the bread on your table, to the steel in your office block and the fuel for your car. And there are huge changes afoot as the global green revolution sweeps across our world.Following the course of an average day – from the moment we flick on the light to the daily commute, and even where our savings are going – in this vibrant and eye-opening book, economist and broadcaster Dharshini David explores the green economic changes and challenges and opportunities facing us all.From sustainable materials to ethical practices, from government policies to corporate greenwashing, she reveals the biggest factors driving innovation around the world, the wide-ranging ripple effects, and the issues we urgently need to overcome for a sustainable future.If you’ve ever wondered what green issues really mean for our day-to-day lives, this book is for you. Read more