Grassroots Stewardship

F Stuart "Terry" Chapin, III, is Professor Emeritus of Ecology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. In addition to his over 500 peer-reviewed scientific papers, he has written leading texts in ecosystem stewardship, ecosystem ecology, and plant physiological ecology. A world-leading ecologist, and one of the world's most profound thinkers and actors on stewardship of the Earth System, Professor Chapin has built a long and productive career that links ecology and ethics in both theory and practice. His novel concepts published over the last 30 years have been widely influential in understanding biological diversity which underpins human well-being. He was awarded the Volvo Environment Prize in 2019 for his work on stewardship.

• Prologue Section 1: Integrating the Needs of Nature and Society Chapter 1: Shaping the Future Wisely Chapter 2: Sustaining Natural Change Chapter 3: Linking People With Nature Chapter 4: Tackling Climate Change Chapter 5: Choosing to Live Well Section 2: Grassroots Actions Chapter 6: Individual Actions: What Can I Do? Chapter 7: Dialogues for Solutions Chapter 8: Collaborating for Shared Goals Chapter 9: Strengthening Democracy Chapter 10: Earth Stewardship Acknowledgments Appendix: Published Guides for Climate Action Notes and References Glossary: Informal Definitions of Key Terms Used in This Book Sources for Table and Figures Index

It is within our reach to be effective stewards of our world, and the powerful Grassroots Stewardship aids that goal. It should be required reading in every discussion or class on sustainability.