This book is a deeply interdisciplinary exploration of the sciences which let us understand our planet, from chemistry and biology to climatology and social science.

What does this book cover?

At its heart, Introduction to Environmental Science: Earth and Man is a textbook for anyone who wants to know more about how the world works, and the different scientific techniques that can be used to find out.

You’ll discover many insights here, including:

• How the atmosphere, soil and hydrosphere evolved, and what is changing them today
• What kinds of scientific research are changing what we understand about earth’s present, past and future
• How human action is altering the natural balance, and how e can reduce or even reverse that harm
• How to apply what the earth sciences tell us in order to make better policy

About the Authors

Craig Adams teaches at Utah State University, where he serves as the Head of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Lesley Batty teaches at the University of Birmingham, specialising in Environmental Science. Both Alistair Boxall and Malcolm Cresser teach at the University of York, specialising in Environmental Science.

Introduction to Environmental Science: Earth and Man calls upon their diverse expertise to present an interdisciplinary guide to environmental management, geology, geography and the earth and environmental sciences generally.