Geoscience for the Public Good and Global Development

Geoscience for the Public Good and Global Development
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Publisher : Geological Society of America
Total Pages : 494
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ISBN-10 : 9780813725208
ISBN-13 : 0813725208
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Book Synopsis Geoscience for the Public Good and Global Development by : Gregory R. Wessel

Download or read book Geoscience for the Public Good and Global Development written by Gregory R. Wessel and published by Geological Society of America. This book was released on 2016-05-18 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Offers overview of applications of geosciences to sustainable development and geophilanthropic efforts worldwide, and offers advice to guide creation of development projects. Primacy of geologic input to all development activities is highlighted along with problems that are encountered and environmental issues that must be addressed" --


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