Reviews of “David Suzuki's Green Guide”
 David Suzuki's Green Guide“…in keeping with his foundation's communication techniques, has shifted from the dependable jeremiads of old to a message of everyday hope and more immediate usefulness. Last year, he co-wrote David Suzuki's Green Guide, a book that comes to grips with climate change through small-scale lifestyle adjustments such as biodegradable carpeting and energy-efficient appliances.” Globe and Mail, Dec 4, 2009 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide“[David Suzuki’s Green Guide] tackles those confusing questions. You know the ones: does a bath or a shower use more water? Is it better to turn on the dishwasher or hand-wash? …Handy tables and charts sprinkled throughout offer eye-opening statistics. …Practical, informative, and easy-to-take.” Stratford Gazette, Dec 22, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide“The Green Guide is pretty serious about sustainability. …David Suzuki writes in his latest book… that one of the easiest, yet most important, things you can do to reduce your ecological impact is to spend more time outside in natural settings. Not only will connecting with nature inspire you to become a better steward of the planet but ‘the deeper your connection to nature and the more time spent outdoors, the more happy you are likely to be.’” Calgary Herald, Dec 18, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide“This compendium offers practical and easy to execute advice from Canada’s leading environmentalist on what individuals can do everyday to reduce their carbon footprint and conduct a responsible, eco-friendly lifestyle.” CTV.ca, Dec 5, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide“Canada’s resident green expert gives readers the scoop on how they can reduce their ecological footprint and help build a sustainable future.” Green Living Magazine, Nov 26, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide“While many bemoan the world’s financial freefall, Suzuki said there’s an environmental upside to an economic downturn. …In Suzuki’s view, an economic crisis will force people to reduce, which he called the most important component of the three environmental commandments – reduce reuse and recycle. ‘We have an economic system that… is dependent on consumption,’ he said. ‘And most of that consumption is frivolous stuff. We don’t need it. Guess what’s going to be hit as people’s pocket books dry up? Consumption. …we have to change our thinking before we can change the environment.” London Free Press, Nov 15, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide“Everything we do has a direct impact on the world around us. Suzuki’s guide teaches readers how to become stewards of the planet, recommending green choices in all aspects of our lives. …this book is an informative tool for improving your environmental karma.” Granville Magazine, Sep 19, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide“…even with just small steps, we can all help create a better, more sustainable, tomorrow for ourselves as well as generations to come. But the book is more than just a checklist or guide to being green. It is also filled with inspiring true stories of countries, cities and everyday people who have embraced greener, cleaner, healthier choices, all the while working toward a positive, sustainable outcome for ourselves and our planet.” Adventures NW Magazine, Sep 9, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide“[David Suzuki’s Green Guide] provides concise but thorough advice, in clear and readable text, for those who want to live greener but are overwhelmed by confusing media reports. …Focusing on well-being and the big picture, Suzuki turns around the conventional wisdom that living green means sacrificing comfort and convenience; providing information that the green life is frequently healthier and happier… Suzuki’s approach is easy and joyful, ideal for the person who thinks going green is impossible or who is at a loss on how to begin.” Publishers Weekly, Sep 8, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |
David Suzuki's Green Guide"...concise but thorough advice, in clear and readable text, for those who want to live greener but are overwhelmed by confusing media reports. … ideal for the person who thinks going green is impossible or who is at a loss on how to begin." Library Journal, Sep 8, 2008 Read more about David Suzuki's Green Guide >> |