Environmental Science

Environmental Science, 15th Edition, provides a concept-centered introduction to environmental topics and human interactions with the natural world. Developed in partnership with the National Geographic Society, the textbook introduces scientific principles that explain how nature functions and how natural systems have sustained life for billions of years.

Sustainability serves as the foundational theme across the text, guiding discussions on natural capital and its degradation. Readers examine ecological solutions and trade-offs associated with resource use, alongside the role of individual choices and lifestyles in fostering sustainable practices.

To connect scientific concepts with real-world application, the text incorporates Core Case Studies that illustrate the relevance of environmental challenges and foster critical thinking.