HOME
Resources for Green Living
Books & Videos in Lambertville Library
Books
- The Selected Poems of Wendell Berry, Wendell Berry, 811.54 (1998).
- Silent Spring, Rachel Carson, 632.9 (1962).
- Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed, Jared Diamond, 304.28 (2005).
- Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, Annie Dillard, 570, (1974).
- Twinkie, Deconstructed: My Journey to Discover How Processed Foods are Grown, Mined (Yes, Mined), and Manipulated Into What America Eats, Steve Ettlinger (2007).
- The Weather Makers: How Man Is Changing the Climate and What It Means for Life on Earth, Tim Flannery, 363.738 (2006).
- The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century, Thomas Friedman, 303.483 (2005).
- The Virtuous Consumer: Your Essential Shopping Guide for a Better, Kinder, Healthier World, Leslie Garrett and Peter Greenberg, 381.33 (2007).
- An Inconvenient Truth: The Planetary Emergency of Global Warming and What We Can Do About It, Al Gore (2006).
- Earth in the Balance: Ecology and the Human Spirit, Al Gore, 333.7 (1992).
- Harvest for Hope: A Guide to Mindful Eating, Jane Goodall, 641.3 (2005).
- How to Make Money and Save the World, Gary Hirshberg (2008).
- 365 Ways to Live Green, Diane Gow Mcdilda (2008).
- Since Silent Spring, Frank Graham, Jr., 632.9 (1970).
- Green This! Volume 1: Greening Your Cleaning, Deirdre Imus, 648.5 (2007).
- Asphalt Nation: How the Automobile Took Over America and How We Can Take It Back, Jane Holtz Kay, 303.487 (1997).
- Crimes Against Nature: How George W. Bush and His Corporate Pals Are Plundering the Country and Hijacking Our Democracy, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., 363.7 (2004).
- Animal, Vegetable, Miracle, Barbara Kingsolver, 641.097 (2007).
- This Is Biology: The Science of the Living World, Ernst Mayr, 574 (1997).
- Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things, William McDonough and Michael Braungart, 745.2 (2002).
- Forces of Change: A New View of Nature, National Geographic, 508 (2006).
- Farmer John’s Cookbook: The Real Dirt on Vegetables, John Peterson (2006).
- The Omnivore’s Dilemma, Michael Pollan, 394.12 (2001).
- The End of Oil: On the Edge of a Perilous New World, Paul Roberts, 333.79 (2005).
- Organic Pest and Disease Control: How to Grow a Healthy, Problem-Free Garden, Rodale Press, 635.929 (1997).
- Noah’s Garden: Restoring the Ecology of Our Own Back Yards, Sara Stein, 574.5 (1993).
- Bringing Nature Home, Douglas Tallamy (2007).
- Maine Woods, Henry David Thoreau, 818 (1951 edition).
- Walden, Henry David Thoreau, 818 (1951 edition).
- The World Without Us, Alan Weisman, 304.2 (2007).
- The Diversity of Life, Edward O. Wilson, 333.95 (1992).
Videos
- An Inconvenient Truth (DVD), Al Gore (2006).
- The Real Dirt on Farmer John (DVD).
- The Trials of Life (VHS), Richard Attenborough (1991).
- Winged Migration (DVD), Jacques Perrin (2001).
Children’s Books in Lambertville Library
Non-Fiction for Older Children
- 50 Simple Things Kids Can Do To Save the Earth, J363.7.
- The Race to Save the Lord God Bird, Phillip Hoose, J598.7.
- Good Earth Art, Maryann Kohl, J702.
- Sustainable Homes, Ewen McLeish, J690.8.
- Rachel Carson, Elizabeth Ring, J Bio Car.
- All New Crafts for Earth Day, Kathy Ross, J745.5.
- Once A Wolf, Stephen Swinburne, J333.9.
- John Muir, Sally Tolan, J Bio Mui.
Fiction for Older Children
- Eco-Wolf and the Three Pigs, Lawrence Anholt, J Anh.
- Flush, Carl Hiaason, J Hia.
- Hoot, Carl Hiaason, J Hia.
Non-Fiction for Younger Children
- Dinosaurs to the Rescue: Ways Kids Can Help Save the Planet, Laurene K. Brown, E333.7.
- Gone Wild: An Endangered Species ABC, David McLimans, E591.68.
- Brother Eagle, Sister Sky, Seattle, E811.3.
Fiction for Younger Children
- The Great Kapok Tree, Lynne Cherry, E Cher.
- Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?, Bill Martin, E Mar.
- Fighting for the Forest, Gloria Rand, E Ran.
- The Lorax, Dr. Seuss, E Seu.
- The Giving Tree, Shel Silverstein, E Sil.
- A Tree Is Nice, Janice M. Urdy, E Udr.
- Just A Dream, Chris Van Allsburg, E Van.
Suggested Reading & Viewing
- The Monkey Wrench Gang, Edward Abbey (1975).
- Hayduke Lives!, Edward Abbey (1971).
- Appetite for Change: How the Counterculture Took On the Food Industry, Warren J. Belasco (2006).
- Art of the Commonplace, Wendell Berry (2002).
- The Natural Alien: Humankind and Environment, Neil Evernden (1993).
- As the World Burns: 50 Simple Things You Can Do To Stay in Denial, Derrick Jensen and Stephanie McMillan (2007).
- Green Remodeling: Changing the World One Room at a Time, David Johnston and Kim Master (2004).
- Housebirth: Your Guide to Buying an Energy-Efficient, Healthy New Home That Pays You Back, Sara Lamia (2007).
- Chicano Culture, Ecology and Politics: Subversive Kin, Devon G. Pena (1999).
- In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto, Michael Pollan (2008).
- Good Green Homes, Jennifer Roberts (2003).
- Real Goods Solar Living Sourcebook: Your Complete Guide to Renewable Energy Technologies and Sustainable Living, John Schaeffer and Doug Pratt, editors (2006).
- The Green House: New Directions in Sustainable Architecture, Alanna Stang (2005).
- Living Homes: Sustainable Architecture and Design, Nora Burba Trulsson (2008).
- Natural Remodeling for the Not-So-Green House: Bringing Your Home into Harmony with Nature, Carol Venolia (2006).
- Your Green Home: A Guide to Planning a Healthy, Environmentally Friendly New Home (Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series, Alex Wilson (2006).
- The Eco House: Ideas for a Healthier Home (DVD) (2007).
- King Corn (DVD) (2008).
Green Lifestyle Websites
- New Jersey Clean Energy Program
A statewide program that promotes energy efficiency, supports renewable energy sources, and provides financial incentives to encourage customers to save energy
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/
- New Jersey Clean Power Choice Program
A statewide program that allows customers to choose clean, renewable energy from wind, solar, low-impact hydro, and landfill gas sources.
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/residential/programs/cleanpower-choice/new-jersey-cleanpower-choice-program
- New Jersey Customer On Site Renewable Energy (CORE) Program
A statewide program that offers customers financial incentives to support the installation of renewable energy systems.
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/renewable-energy/programs/core-rebate-program/incentives/core-rebate-program
- US Dept. of Energy (DOE) Office Of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Federal office focusing on clean and renewable energy and energy production.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/ http://www.eere.energy.gov/states/state_specific_information.cfm/state=NJ (NJ info)
- US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Energy Page
Information about clean energy and energy efficiency provided by the EPA.
http://www.epa.gov/solar/index.html
- EPA Climate Change Information Center
A resource providing information on climate change and how to address it.
http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/index.html
- Energy Star
A joint program of EPA and DOE to help people save energy and money. There is an Energy Star rating for various home appliances, building materials, and even entire homes.
http://www.energystar.gov/
- US Green Building Council (USGBC)
A non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and implementation of green building techniques. USGBC developed the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system for buildings and neighborhoods. USGBC has local chapters, including one in New Jersey.
http://www.usgbc.org (national organization)
http://chapters.usgbc.org/newjersey/ (New Jersey chapter)
- Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
The national trade association for the solar industry, providing resources and information for consumers as well as those in the industry.
http://www.seia.org/
http://www.seia.org/mythsandfacts.php (solar industry myths and facts)
- The Center for a New American Dream
An organization dedicated to helping people consume responsibly to protect the environment, improve quality of life, and promote social justice.
http://www.newdream.org/index.php
- The Green Guide
A National Geographic magazine focusing on green living.
http://www.thegreenguide.com/
- The Alliance to Save Energy
An organization dedicated to the promotion of energy efficiency world-wide.
http://www.ase.org/section/_audience/consumers
- Smart Energy Living
An information resource to promote understanding of energy use and energy policy provided by the Colorado Energy Science Center.
http://www.smartenergyliving.org/cm/Home.html
- Ideal Bite
Daily tips delivered via email to help you make green choices everyday.
http://www.idealbite.com/dailytip/signup-optin.php?utm_source=CJ&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_term=paid&utm_campaign=CJ
- Energy Savers
A resource to help consumers save energy.
http://www.energysavers.gov/
- Carbon Fund Carbon Footprint Calculator
A tool to help you determine your carbon footprint and take steps to reduce or offset it.
http://www.carbonfund.org/site/pages/carbon_calculators/
- Carbon Counter
A tool to help you determine your carbon footprint and take steps to reduce or offset it.
http://www.carboncounter.org/offset-your-emissions/personal-calculator.aspx
- EPA Personal Emissions Calculator
A tool to help you determine the amount of greenhouse gas emissions you are responsible for.
http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/emissions/ind_calculator.html
- www.CampaignEarth.org
- www.nrdc.org/greenliving
- www.worldwildlife.org/greentips
- www.lowimpactliving.com
- www.greenliving.com
- www.thegreenguide.com
- www.greenlivingtips.com
- www.care2com/greenliving
- www.greenlivingonline.com
- www.greenlivingjournal.com
- www.ecomall.com/greenshopping
- www.gardengreen.com
- www.treehugger.com
Websites of Regional Environmental & Conservation Groups
HOME