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- A Citizen's Guide to Promoting Toxic Waste Reduction
- By Lauren Kenworthy, Eric Schaeffer Paperback (January 1990)
- And the Leaves of the Trees are for the Healing of the Nations
- Published by the Eco-Justice Working Group of the NCC and the Presbyterian Church. A concise exploration of the biblical and theological foundations for cherishing God's creation. Focuses on creation stories in Genesis as well as the Psalms, Pauline writings and the life and teachings of Jesus. Available from Environmental Justice Resources at 1 (800) 762-0968
- Annotated Bibliography of Faith-based Resources on the Environment for Children and Youth
- Published by the Eco-Justice Working Group of the National Council of Churches of Christ. Available from Environmental Justice Resources at 1 (800) 762-0968
- Breaking Political Gridlock: California's Experiment in Public-Private Cooperation for Hazardous Waste Policy
- (Environmental Studies Series, No 8)
By Daniel A. Mazmanian, Michael Stanley-Jones, Miriam J. Green
(1988) California Institute of Public Affairs
- Caring for Creation
- By Max Oelschlaeger. Yale University Press, 1994 available from Environemental Justice Resources 1 (800) 762-0968
- Chemical Exposure and Disease Diagnostic and Investigative Techniques: The Professional and Layperson's Guide to Understanding, Cause and Effect
- By Janette D. Sherman. Princeton, NJ: Princeton Scientific Publishing Company, Inc., 1994
- Citizen Participation in Toxic and Hazardous Substance/Waste Decision-Making: A Bibliography
- By Frederick Frankena, Joann Koelln Frankena
Out of print, but look for it in used bookstores or your local library
- Cleaning Up the Mess: Implementation Strategies in Superfund
- By Thomas W. Church, Robert T. Nakamura (Contributor) Paperback 209 pages (March 1993) Brookings Institute
- Creation in Crisis: Responding to God's Covenant
- Published by the Church of the Brethren to help congregations study environmental issues and develop plans for addressing these concerns. Available from Environmental Justice Resources at 1 (800) 762-0968
- Earth Book for Kids : Activities to Help Heal the Environment
- By Linda Schwartz, Beverly Armstrong (Illustrator)
Reading level: Ages 9-12; Paperback 184 pages (October 1990) Learning Works
Creative ideas with easy-to-follow instructions show kids how to make their own paper, compare phosphate levels in detergents, test the effects of oil pollution, conduct a recycling survey, create a trash sculpture, redesign a package, chart a flush, measure acidity and make a difference in many other exciting ways
- Faithful Earthkeeping: The Church as a Creation Awareness Center
- A three-part video produced by the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America available from Environmental Justice Resources at 1 (800) 762-0968
- Guide to the Management of Hazardous Waste: A Handbook for the Businessman and Concerned Citizen
- By J. William Haun, Paperback 212 pages (August 1991) North American Press;
Explains waste management technology, related chemistry, and laws and regulations in plain English. Brief sections advise citizens on protecting themselves and businesses on regulations
- Hazardous Waste (Saving the Planet)
- By Allen Stenstrup Reading level: Ages 4-8 School & Library Binding (December 1991) Children's Press.
Explains what hazardous wastes are, how they are produced, and why it is difficult to dispose of them
- Hazardous Waste in America
- By Samuel S. Epstein M.D., Lester O. Brown and Carl Pope. Sierra Club Books, 1982. 593 pages., including extensive appendices and index
- Hazardous Waste Sites (Pro/Con)
- By Kathiann M. Kowalski. Reading level: Ages 9-12 (June 1996) Lerner Publications Company.
Discusses the dangers of hazardous waste sites, who is responsible for the problem, who is responsible for cleanup, various legal decisions, and the effects of the federal Superfund
- Love Canal: The Story Continues...
- By Lois Marie Gibbs. New Society Publishers, 1998. 223 Pages. The classic story in its second edition
- Loving Nature: Ecological Integrity and Christian Responsibility
- By James A. Nash. Abingdon Press, 1991
- National Black Church Environmental and Economic Justice Summit Report
- Published by the Eco-Justice Working Group of the NCC. Highlights stories of people affected by environmental racism. Includes speeches, by prominent Black pastors and community activists on the issue of environmental justice. Available from Environmental Justice Resources at 1 (800) 762-0968
- Our Children's Toxic Legacy: How Science and Law Fail to Protect Us from Pesticides
- By John Wargo. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press, 1996
- Poisoned Land: The Problem of Hazardous Waste
- By Irene Kiefer. 90 pages
- Preventing Industrial Toxic Hazards : A Guide for Communities
- By Marian Wise, Lauren Kenworthy Paperback 2nd edition (July 1993) Inform
- Silent Spring
- By Rachel Carson. The original eye-opener and still relevant
- The Corporate Alchemists: Profit Takers and Problem Makers in the Chemical Industry
- By Lee Niedringhaus Davis. William Morrow & Company, 1984. 329 pages, including notes and index. An excellent examination of the economic and historical roots of toxic pollution
- Toxic Deception: How the Chemical Industry Manipulates Science, Bends the Law and Endangers Your Health
- By Dan Fagin and Marianne Levell and the Center for Public Integrity.
Secaucus, NJ; Carol Publishing Group, 1996
- Toxic Pollution in the U.S.A. With Special Concern for Its Impact in Poor and Minority Communities
- A resolution of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA. Available from Environmental Justice, National Council of Churches at (212) 870-2386
- Toxic Sludge is Good For You: Lies, Damn Lies, and the Public Relations Industry
- By John c. Stauber and Sheldon Rampton. Monroe, Maine: Common Courage Press, 1995
- Toxic Waste (Earth Alert)
- By Susan Dudley Gold Reading level: Ages 9-12 Library Binding - 47 pages 1st Ed. edition (October 1990) Crestwood House. Discusses the causes and tragic effects of chemical waste pollution, efforts to reverse existing and prevent future damage, laws regulating the disposal of toxic wastes, and how you can get involved in the fight against pollution
- Toxic Waste: Clean-Up or Cover-Up?
- By Malcolm E. Weiss. Franklin Watts, 1984. 79 pages. Aimed primarily at young people, but a good primer for beginners of any age. Slightly dated
- We Are the Ones We Are Waiting For: Women of Color Organizing for Transformation
- Urban Rural Mission of the World Council of Churches, Durham, N.C. 1995
- Where We Live: A Citizen's Guide to Conducting a Community Environmental Inventory
- By D.F. Harker and E.U. Natter. Washington, DC Island Press, 1995
- Who's Poisoning America? Corporate Polluters and the Victims in the Chemical Age
- Edited by Ralph Nader, Ronald Brownstein and John Richard. Sierra Club Books, 1981. 369 pages, including index
- Your Health and the Environment: A Christian Perspective
- By Shantilal P. Bhagat, published by the Eco-Justice Working Group of the NCC. A study and action guide for congregations. Available from Environmental Justice Resources at 1 (800) 762-0968
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