50 Ways to Save the Ocean (Inner Ocean Action Guide) - Softcover

Helvarg, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1930722664 ISBN 13: 9781930722668

Publisher: New World Library, 2006

Synopsis

The oceans, and the challenges they face, are so vast that it’s easy to feel powerless to protect them. 50 Ways to Save the Ocean, written by veteran environmental journalist David Helvarg, focuses on practical, easily-implemented actions everyone can take to protect and conserve this vital resource. Well-researched, personal, and sometimes whimsical, the book addresses daily choices that affect the ocean's health: what fish should and should not be eaten; how and where to vacation; storm drains and driveway run-off; protecting local water tables; proper diving, surfing, and tide pool etiquette; and supporting local marine education. Helvarg also looks at what can be done to stir the waters of seemingly daunting issues such as toxic pollutant runoff; protecting wetlands and sanctuaries; keeping oil rigs off shore; saving reef environments; and replenishing fish reserves.

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Review:

Helvarg has lots of inspirational stories about how things can be turned around. -- Santa Cruz Sentinel

The book explores simple, everyday actions that protect and restore the ocean, from recycling plastic to buying locally grown produce. -- Honolulu Advertiser

About this edition

• Publisher: New World Library
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 1930722664
• ISBN 13: 9781930722668
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 208
• Illustrator: Toomey Jim