Precaution, environmental science, and preventive public policy
Joel A. Tickner
Presents a collection of essays that explore the role science has in developing a more precautionary approach to environmental and public health policies.
Read Time: ~2.7 hr
Water pollution
by Jiri Hrubec (1995)
About this book
The concern over the entry of agrochemicals and other xenobiotics into drinking water resources and over the general quality of drinking water is increasing. The topic of water quality and water supply will continue to be of great interest during the next two decades in developed as well as in developing countries. The new volume discusses in an authoritative way the key issues of drinking water and its often necessary treatment.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreWater pollution Lead Character
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