Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation

More than a century of detailed records of temperature, rain, and snowfall confirm that the climate is changing. We must curb the emission of heat-trapping gases that drive this change. But because we are already experiencing the extreme weather...
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Short-form Program

At Island Press, we are advocates for change and stewards of knowledge in many forms. Since our inception, our mission has been clear: to provide the best ideas and information to those seeking to understand and protect the environment and...

Sustainable Communities

Half the global population lives in urban areas today, and two-thirds is expected to live in cities by 2050. The need for quality information that addresses the complex challenges of urban communities is growing rapidly. Making Communities More...