Reflecting the author's evolution as an environmentalist (apparently in Colorado), these 16 essays explain why critical thinking and deep policy are crucial to considering such issues as water rights, alternatives to reduce air pollution, and the evolution of "standing to sue" through case law and theory. Includes critical thinking drills and "research for the adventurous" exercises aimed primarily at undergraduates students in environmental-related science courses. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR