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Examines the debate over the issue of global warming, describes some of the physical and chemical processes that make Earth a habitable planet, and discusses how the interplay among those processes determines Earth's response to various atmospheric disturbances.

Contains sixteen articles that provide a variety of perspectives on issues related to greenhouses gases, debating the source of the gases, their role in global warming, their impact on the environment, whether they should be reduced, and the findings of the scientific community.

Provides information about global warming which is aimed at helping students determine fact from fiction in relation to the phenomenon, and includes suggestions for ways readers can help prevent global temperature change.

Examines the evidence concerning the reduction of ice on the Antarctic continent and the major effects on coastal cities due to rising sea levels.

Discusses the effects of the increase in human population since the Industrial Revolution on the nitrogen cycle, looks at the impact of rising nitrogen levels on global climate, and suggests ways the problem might be addressed in the future.

Contains twenty-one essays by a variety of authors in which they discuss scientific aspects of the greenhouse effect and climatic change, explaining why the issue is important, and offering suggestions for reducing the impact of global warming.

Argues that cutting oil consumption in the U.S. is an unrealistic goal and that climate change should be addressed by reducing coal use, discussing the history of coal mining and combustion in the U.

In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Isabel Soto as she investigates global warming.

Contains thirteen essays in which the authors debate issues related to global warming, discussing whether or not it exists, the extent of the problem, and the threat it poses to animals, humans, the economy, and the environment.

Paleontologist Peter Ward recounts his investigation into the events surrounding a cataclysmic event that took place more than two hundred million years ago and destroyed nearly ninety-seven percent of all living things.

Describes global warming, discusses alternative energy sources, and includes suggestions on how people can help.

Shares the stories of innovators and investors who are addressing the problem of global warming through unique sources and uses of energy, and discusses the need for political leaders in America to support these pioneers.

Former vice-president Al Gore theorizes that making bolder choices regarding the environment in the twenty-first century will create more jobs, stimulate the economy, and inspire a new generation of potential world leaders.

A humorous exploration of climate change that explains the science and progression of global warming; discusses actions that have been taken to prevent or slow it down; and includes references for further investigation.

When Santa notices the North Pole is getting drippy, he feels somthing must be done to save the environment from changing.