Conservation Through Engineering (eBook)

Extract from the Annual Report of the Secretary of the Interior

Franklin K. Lane (Autor)

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2022
44 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654730598-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "Conservation Through Engineering," Franklin K. Lane eloquently explores the intricate relationship between technological innovation and environmental stewardship. Lane employs a clear and engaging literary style, combining persuasive rhetoric with empirical evidence to argue for the integration of engineering practices into sustainable conservation efforts. The book emerges as a response to the early 20th-century industrialization, when environmental concerns began to clash with burgeoning technological advancements, placing Lane at the confluence of conservation ideology and engineering pragmatism. Franklin K. Lane was an influential American politician and public servant, known for his passionate advocacy for natural resource management during a transformative period in American history. His dedication to both engineering and environmental conservation is deeply rooted in his experiences as a Secretary of the Interior, where he witnessed firsthand the consequences of resource exploitation. Lane's visionary outlook reflects a broader movement to align technological growth with ecological responsibility, making his writing not only timely but prescient. This book is an essential read for engineers, environmental scientists, and policy-makers alike, as it lays out a compelling framework for harmonizing human progress with the preservation of our planet's resources. "Conservation Through Engineering" invites readers to consider the profound impact of engineering solutions in fostering a sustainable future.

Autor

Franklin K. Lane was an American public servant and progressive politician, acclaimed for his dedication to public utility and resource management. Born on July 15, 1864, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, he rose to prominence in the early 20th century. Best known for his tenure as the U.S. Secretary of the Interior under President Woodrow Wilson from 1913 to 1920, Lane was instrumental in advocating for the wise use and conservation of national resources. His tenure was marked by significant challenges and achievements, including the reorganization of the National Park Service and the inauguration of large-scale irrigation projects. His vision of resource management as a blend of conservation and development was encapsulated in his work 'Conservation Through Engineering', where he laid out a blueprint for the balanced and sustainable exploitation of the country's natural wealth. Written during an era when conservation was becoming a pivotal governmental concern, this work reflects Lane's foresight and commitment to integrating industrial progress with environmental stewardship. His literary style, often characterized by clarity and conviction, aimed to mobilize public and political support for transformative policies in resource management. Lane passed away on May 18, 1921, but left behind a legacy of conscientious public service and a template for harmonizing economic growth with the preservation of the environment.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Technik
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Ethnologie ► Volkskunde
• Schlagworte: American classic authors • Classic Literature • climate change solutions • Coal Mining • conservation literature • conservation policy • energy crisis • Energy sustainability • Engineering Ethics • engineering in literature • environmental conservation • Environmental Engineering • environmental fiction • Franklin K. Lane • Geology • Historical Analysis • historical narratives • Industrial Revolution • Innovative engineering techniques • natural resource management • natural resources • Petroleum industry • Political conservation efforts • Practical conservation strategies • progressive era fiction • public domain classics • Public Policy • Resource Management • socio-environmental themes • Sustainability practices • technological advancements • Technological stewardship • United States