University Engagement and Environmental Sustainability (Paperback)

Universities have a key role to play in contributing to environmental development and combating climate change. The chapters within this volume detail the challenges faced by higher education institutions in considering environmental sustainability, and provide both a broad view of university engagement and a detailed examination of various projects. As part of this series in association with the Place and Social Capital and Learning (PASCAL) International Observatory, the three key PASCAL themes of place management, lifelong learning and the development of social capital are considered throughout the book. While universities have historically generated knowledge outside of specific local contexts, this book argues that it is particularly important for them to engage with the local community and to consider diverse perspectives and assets when looking at issues within an ecological context. The chapters in this volume provide new perspectives and frames of reference for transforming universities by engaging in the development of resilient communities. -- .

General

Imprint:	Manchester University Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Universities and Lifelong Learning
Release date:	May 2016
First published:	2014
Editors:	Patricia Inman • Diana Robinson
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-1-5261-0720-6
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Organization & management of education > General Books > Social sciences > Education > Higher & further education > Universities / polytechnics Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Environmental economics > Sustainability Promotions
LSN:	1-5261-0720-1
Barcode:	9781526107206

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