In this post, we have collected 160 free ebooks and resources in regards to the top 10 topics touching our planet Earth and any subjects related to it, ranging from Geography, Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Geophysics, Oceanography, Physical Oceanography, Geochemistry, Mineralogy and Petrology. Have fun exploring and get to understand our home a lot better.
world and environment
Sedges of the Northern Forest – A Digital Atlas
A collection of 1,400 high resolution images, with descriptions, diagnostic diagrams, and ecological information for 217 species. Most images may be zoomed to full screen or beyond and still remain sharp.
Out There by Lonely Planet
Very sadly, the coronavirus pandemic has led to the closure of Lonely Planet’s UK magazine. Here’s a parting gift from their exceptionally talented team: a free eBook of 12 beautiful, previously unpublished features. Available only briefly – please share!
Saving the Earth: A Buddhist View
In Saving the Earth Akuppa shows how the Buddhist philosophies of interconnectedness and compassion are of immense use in our efforts towards preserving the Earth.
The Weight of Light: A Collection of Solar Futures
The Weight of Light: A Collection of Solar Futures is about “exploring human futures powered by solar energy,” and is part of a broader publishing program from the University’s Center for Science and the Imagination, which has released similar anthologies about optimistic futures in space and climate change since 2011. The Weight of Light is free to download in ePub, HTML, iBook, and Mobi formats from the Center’s site.
Sustainable Energy – Without The Hot Air
This is a straight-talking book about the numbers on Sustainable Energy. The aim is to guide the reader around the claptrap to actions that really make a difference and to policies that add up.
Why Scientists Disagree about Global Warming
Rather than rely exclusively on United Nation’s IPCC for scientific advice, policymakers should seek out advice from independent, non-government organizations and scientists who are free of financial and political conflicts of interest.
The Glass Sky
"An exciting, well-written and compassionate eco-thriller, with real heroes and a mission worth caring about." - Kirkus Reviews When the Chief Biospherist to the United Nations is killed in a suspicious accident, Tania Black is unexpectedly thrust into the UN's top...
Global Warming: 22 Sites & Various Free Ebooks
"Hurricanes, tornadoes and volcanoes are all Natural Disasters. We can't fit Global Warming into that category. We have only us to blame." - Veronica White"Global warming, along with the cutting and burning of forests and other critical habitats, is causing the loss...