An eco-futurist's toolbox.

Perhaps most famous for hosting rocker Axl Rose at his progressive farm, Elliott Maynard, Ph.D. is a renaissance man who made his mark as a sought-after futurist, marine biologist, educator, artist, photographer, researcher on conscious ness and management consultant. His Sedona, Arizona-based Arcos Cielos Research Center is an interdisciplinary institute seeking answers to global human and ecological problems. Maynard's new book, Transforming the Global Biosphere, Twelve Futuristic Strategies ($24.95), is published by the nonprofit center. The fact-filled, journalistic tome not only analyzes the many threats facing our environment, but it also introduces a fascinating array of creative solutions, from new ways of using technology to teach sustainable living to alternative sources of energy and innovative recycling projects.