Hacking Planet Earth
Technologies That Can Counteract Climate Change and Create a Better Future
By Thomas M. Kostigen | Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
About the book
An exploration of the cutting-edge technology that will enable us to confront the realities of climate change.
For decades scientists and environmentalists have sounded the alarm about the effects of global warming. We are now past the tipping point. As floods, storms, and extreme temperatures become our daily reality, \"Reduce, Reuse, Recycle\" efforts aren't enough anymore. In Hacking Planet Earth, New York Times bestselling author Thomas Kostigen takes readers to the frontlines of geoengineering projects that scientists, entrepreneurs, engineers, and other visionaries around the world are developing to solve the problems associated with climate change.
From giant parasols hovering above the Earth to shield us from an unforgiving sun, to lasers shooting up into clouds to coax out much-needed water, Kostigen introduces readers to this inspiring work and the people who are spearheading it. These futurist, far- thinking, world-changing ideas will save us, and Hacking Planet Earth offers readers their new vision for the future.
Editions of Hacking Planet Earth
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780593187548
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780525538356
- EBook
- ISBN 9780525538363
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780593292921
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780593292938
Read an Excerpt
An exploration of the cutting-edge technology that will enable us to confront the realities of climate change.
For decades scientists and environmentalists have sounded the alarm about the effects of global warming. We are now past the tipping point. As floods, storms, and extreme temperatures become our daily reality, \"Reduce, Reuse, Recycle\" efforts aren't enough anymore. In Hacking Planet Earth, New York Times bestselling author Thomas Kostigen takes readers to the frontlines of geoengineering projects that scientists, entrepreneurs, engineers, and other visionaries around the world are developing to solve the problems associated with climate change.
From giant parasols hovering above the Earth to shield us from an unforgiving sun, to lasers shooting up into clouds to coax out much-needed water, Kostigen introduces readers to this inspiring work and the people who are spearheading it. These futurist, far- thinking, world-changing ideas will save us, and Hacking Planet Earth offers readers their new vision for the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hacking Planet Earth about?
An exploration of the cutting-edge technology that will enable us to confront the realities of climate change.
For decades scientists and environmentalists have sounded the alarm about the effects of global warming. We are now past the tipping point. As floods, storms, and extreme temperatures become our daily reality, \"Reduce, Reuse, Recycle\" efforts aren't enough anymore. In Hacking Planet Earth, New York Times bestselling author Thomas Kostigen takes readers to the frontlines of geoengineering projects that scientists, entrepreneurs, engineers, and other visionaries around the world are developing to solve the problems associated with climate change.
From giant parasols hovering above the Earth to shield us from an unforgiving sun, to lasers shooting up into clouds to coax out much-needed water, Kostigen introduces readers to this inspiring work and the people who are spearheading it. These futurist, far- thinking, world-changing ideas will save us, and Hacking Planet Earth offers readers their new vision for the future.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Hacking Planet Earth?
Earth Sciences, Geography, Environment, Planning > The environment > Pollution and threats to the environment > Climate change
Where can I read a sample of Hacking Planet Earth?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780593187548
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Hacking Planet Earth?
Thomas M. Kostigen
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Hacking Planet Earth is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780593187548) and paperback(ISBN 9780525538356) and ebook(ISBN 9780525538363) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780593292921) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780593292938)
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