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One week to save the Earth: Simple actions you can take in 7 days ...and why it matters

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What can one person do to make a positive impact in the face of the enormous challenge posed by global warming? The answer to that question is given simply and elegantly by Marc Franke in "One Week to Save the Earth". As the subtitle suggests, this book really does provide simple actions you can quickly take to reduce your energy consumption along with explanations of why it matters. The book is organized into 5 sections that provide the reader with background information on the current environmental problems, ways you can reduce your energy consumption in your daily life and how you can engage society to amplify your impact. The book is loaded with practical information about energy saving products along with their benefits and where they can be purchased. I found that I could easily go to any portion of the book and read about a topic without having to refer back to some earlier section. I was so impressed with "One Week to Save the Earth" that I purchased 11 copies to share with a church class I was leading on environmental stewardship

As an aside, I have had the pleasure of meeting Marc and have had heard him speak on several occasions. As one would expect from "One Week to Save the Earth", he has a broad knowledge of energy topics and fortunately, he is as adept at conveying information verbally as with his writing. Marc has a knack for engaging his audience in a positive way and for stimulating discussion that often continues well after the session has ended. I think the enthusiasm he has for sharing information with his audience is also revealed in his writing. This book definitely belongs in the hands of everyone searching for a way to make their way of life more sustainable.

Marc makes learning what we can do to treat the Earth with dignity and respect very easy, with websites and ideas that each of us can follow. I intend for my grandchildren to live here, so I need to do my part. This book made me realize that even small efforts done by everyone have big results.

Gail Krumheuer

This book should be read by everyone. The author puts the crisis of global climate change in simple terms, and calls for action, starting with individual actions, in a sensible and straightforward, yet interesting and inspiring, way. The severity of his warning, and his dedication to helping the reader become part of the solution, is evident throughout the book, and the book itself is chock full of valuable resources and good ideas toward positive change.

This is a fantastic book for getting the message out.
With an easily readable flow the author handles complex environmental issues in a straightforward manner that inspires action. His "Tech notes on ethanol" (pare 44) are the best summary of the issue I have seen.

Outstanding every one should take a momnet to save the earth.
Julia Dennis
West Liberty, Iowa