Maude Barlow Bücher

In diesem Buch, erklärt die international renommierte Wasseraktivistin Maude Barlow die Grundprinzipien des »Blue Communities Project« und zeigt Schritt für Schritt, was wir alle tun können, um unser Wasser zu schützen. Das »Blue Communities Project« folgt drei grundlegenden Prinzipien: Der Zugang zu sauberem Trinkwasser ist ein Menschenrecht. Wasser gehört in die öffentliche Hand. Einwegwasserflaschen sollten an öffentlichen Orten nicht erhältlich sein. Mit diesem einfachen, zielführenden Ansatz konnte die Bewegung in den letzten zehn Jahren weltweit wachsen. Heute sind Berlin, München, Paris, Montreal und Bern nur ein paar der Städte, die sich zu »Blue Communities« gemacht haben. In Das Wasser gehört uns allen! rekapituliert die international renommierte Wasseraktivistin Maude Barlow ihren jahrzehntelangen Kampf für den Schutz unseres Wassers in einer sich erwärmenden Welt und zeigt uns Schritt für Schritt, wie auch wir dazu beitragen können, unser Wasser zu schützen.

Die weltweiten Wasserreserven werden knapp, ihre Vermarktung ist ein gigantisches Geschäft. Das Standardwerk zum Thema! „Blaues Gold“ ist eines jener Bücher, nach deren Lektüre man die Welt mit anderen Augen sieht.„ KÖLNER STADTANZEIGER “Blaues Gold„ hat das Zeug, zur neuen Bibel aller Privatisierungs- und Freihandelskritiker zu werden.“ DIE ZEIT

In this international bestseller, currently available in more than a dozen countries, Maude Barlow and Tony Clarke describe the real and worsening global water crisis, and reveal the plans of transnational corporations to profit from it. The authors present both a compelling case and a practical plan for fighting back against the corporate takeover of this most precious natural resource.

True or false? Today's kids are growing up illiterate and totally unprepared for life in a high-tech future. The liberal left-wing curriculum has turned Canada's schools into the nursery of the welfare state. Class Warfare: The Assault on Canada's Schools tackles these questions and takes a highly controversial look at the present condition of Canada's embattled public education system.

Exploring Canada's role in the geopolitical landscape shaped by Bush's administration, the book delves into the complexities of international relations and national identity. It highlights the challenges and opportunities faced by Canada in a world influenced by American policies, offering insights from a prominent advocate. The narrative emphasizes the importance of understanding Canada's unique position and the implications of global power dynamics.

The narrative chronicles Maude's journey through second wave feminist activism, her opposition to the precursor of NAFTA, and her relentless advocacy for social justice and water rights. Through personal stories and insights, she empowers readers to engage in activism and make a difference in their communities.

The book highlights the alarming trend of corporate control over the planet's diminishing water resources. It presents a compelling narrative about the grassroots movement advocating for water to be recognized as a fundamental human right. This response seeks to challenge corporate dominance and promote global water accessibility, emphasizing the urgent need for collective action in safeguarding this vital resource.

Addressing the critical state of Canada's water reserves, the book reveals the alarming truths behind outdated laws, unprotected groundwater, and the impacts of pollution and climate change. Maude Barlow, a prominent water activist, draws from two decades of experience in global water issues to highlight the urgent challenges facing Canada, often overlooked due to a false sense of security. Her insights offer a compelling blueprint for ensuring water security in the face of looming crises, making this a pivotal read for understanding the future of Canada's most vital resource.

In this work, outspoken business leader Anita Roddick brings together the voices of some of the most prominent authorities on the phenomenon of Globalization, including Susan George, David Korten and Naomi Klein. Full of images, this book gets right to the heart of the issue, exploding the myths that would have us believe Globalization is a force for good. Covering aspects of the subject as diverse as human rights, the environment, international finance, health, the food we eat and trade, the book combines medium-length articles with quotes, case notes and interviews. This book constitutes a call to action, showing how each and every one of us can take on the corporate.