“andrew j wood”

Water is the key component of life, and most organisms cannot survive dehydration. The plants discussed in this book possess the unique ability to survive severe dehydration--up to and including the complete loss of water, also known as desiccation. As our changing climate demands that plants adapt ... More

The Dictionary of Globalization provides a critical overview of the contemporary globalization debate, bringing together all the disparate elements of a vast and ever-growing literature. Framed by a lively introductory chapter which examines the emergence and propulsion of this concept into widespr... More

Reviews of the first edition: * "This is an excellent overview... I]t will act as a great reference work for teachers and higher education students." --British Ecological Society* "A highly useful reference and resource for all those involved in or studying environmental politics and policy, not ju... More

The need to reduce carbon emissions has brought the debate over nuclear power to a head. Is it, as its detractors say, expensive, dangerous and inflexible? Or is it an opportunity to invest in a long term large-scale electricity source that will help win the battle against climate change? This book ... More

Contents : Chapter 1: Developing the UK`s Energy InfrastrucresChapter 2: The Electricity SystemChapter 3: The Heat Connection and CogenerationChapter 4: Wind PowerChapter 5: HydropowerChapter 6: Marine RenewablesChapter 7: Solar PhotovotaicsChapter 8: Combined Heat and PowerChapter 9: BiomassCha... More

Discover God as He desires to be known: by His revealed names. 'The Names of God' will bring you face to face with God's character and redemptive purposes.(Foreword by Charles R. Wood) The various names used in reference to God are examined in relationship to their purpose, virtues, and characterist... More