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craigtreptow's review against another edition
4.0
This book is part scientific overview, part inspiration, and just a tiny bit weird. I like that he is generally an optimist because we need that. A lot of things mentioned you will have heard of, but Bill brings some more details in how things work and some personal insights.
The one weird bit was the chapter on NASCAR. I don't really get the point or why other forms of motorsport were ignored?
In any case, this has inspired me to at least learn more about the options, how things work, and hopefully do something more concrete in my choices.
The one weird bit was the chapter on NASCAR. I don't really get the point or why other forms of motorsport were ignored?
In any case, this has inspired me to at least learn more about the options, how things work, and hopefully do something more concrete in my choices.
jawright's review
4.0
Great exposé on what can and needs to be done to combat climate change and secure the future of our terrestrial home.
kaytealin's review
4.0
This should probably be a 3.5 star book, simply because I was already aware of most of the information he presented, but I gave 4 stars because he narrates it himself and it was AWESOME. You can't beat Bill Nye reading to you while you drive around in your car.
bookwormjimmy's review
4.0
The second book in the Un... series (after [b:Undeniable: Evolution and the Science of Creation|21853626|Undeniable Evolution and the Science of Creation|Bill Nye|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1410172887s/21853626.jpg|42099751]), Bill paints a picture of global warming through scientific explanation, much akin to his style of teaching like in his beloved children's TV series. He explains climate change through a series of chapters on the forms of energy we use and the changes that could be made to curb the drastic changes that are happening on our planet right now. Like wind energy? Here are some wind turbine challenges we could overcome and harness. Solar energy? Only in recent months (after the publication of this book) has Tesla unveiled the solar roof, tiles made of solar panels. What about space exploration? As we get closer to the 2030s, we are one step closer to a mission to Mars, which can help us learn a whole lot more about our own planet.
Bill admits that it's not an easy process. We've down so much to our planet in recent history that some of what has already started is already unstoppable. But there's still time to slow it down and maybe even reverse the process. If we are thinking only in the short term, and only of ourselves, then there might not be much hope. But like any good investment in a home or business, the upfront costs might be really expensive but will eventually pay for themselves in the long run. That's what we want to do with our planet. Carbon fees sounds like just more ways for us to spend money? But will we have to pay that cost a thousand-fold when coastal cities are displaces in the near future?
Nye brings up a lot of good points, and even for those that already want to help save the world from climate change, this is still a good book to read. Reading up on the facts will give those who believe the language to be able to speak to others and convince them.
Although the writing may not be the best there ever was, the content will keep you thinking about your future long after you put it down.
Bill admits that it's not an easy process. We've down so much to our planet in recent history that some of what has already started is already unstoppable. But there's still time to slow it down and maybe even reverse the process. If we are thinking only in the short term, and only of ourselves, then there might not be much hope. But like any good investment in a home or business, the upfront costs might be really expensive but will eventually pay for themselves in the long run. That's what we want to do with our planet. Carbon fees sounds like just more ways for us to spend money? But will we have to pay that cost a thousand-fold when coastal cities are displaces in the near future?
Nye brings up a lot of good points, and even for those that already want to help save the world from climate change, this is still a good book to read. Reading up on the facts will give those who believe the language to be able to speak to others and convince them.
Although the writing may not be the best there ever was, the content will keep you thinking about your future long after you put it down.
carriekellenberger's review
5.0
Excellent reading and very informative. Wish we had listened when we had the chance! There is still time to make changes.
Bill Nye offers simple tips for each of us to play our part in making our home a better place.
We can all make simple changes in our lives to help keep the world safe for future generations.
Highly recommend!
Bill Nye offers simple tips for each of us to play our part in making our home a better place.
We can all make simple changes in our lives to help keep the world safe for future generations.
Highly recommend!
paladinboy's review
5.0
Inspirational and relatable. I'm considering using this as agate way book for the environmental section of my high school biology class. That said, adult scientists will not find much new within these pages, but it is filled with excellent metaphors for explaining climate change to your non-science oriented acquaintances.