‘Opens our eyes to the everyday contributions all of us make to how the world is changing.’ Tim Marshall, author of Prisoners of Geography
‘A much needed blend of optimism and realism.' Brett Christophers, author of The Price is Wrong: Why Capitalism Won't Save the Planet
Why would an Orangutan be interested in which toothpaste we choose? What is the connection between your mobile phone and wind turbines? And can your morning coffee really power a bus?
The economy affects every aspect of our lives, from the clothes we wear to the bread we eat and the fuel in our cars. And there are huge changes on the horizon as the global green revolution sweeps across the globe.
In this lively and revealing book, economist and broadcast journalist Dharshini David follows the course of an ordinary day – from the moment we switch on the light in the morning – to uncover the green changes already happening in every aspect of our world. Exploring industries like energy, food, fashion, technology, manufacturing, and finance, she investigates what's happening, how fast, who's driving it – and what it means for us. Covering crucial issues like sustainability and corporate 'green' fraud, as well as global flashpoints like industrialization and trade wars, she shows how even the small details of our day are part of a much bigger story about the direction of our world.
If you've ever wondered what green issues really mean for your everyday life, this book is for you.
‘An important yet accessible addition to the green debate.’ Country & Town House
Pages: 288, Publication Year: 0918, Dimensions: 15.6x15.6cm
