ISBN:
1844073769
,
9781844073764
Language:
English
Pages:
112 S.
,
Ill., graph. Darst., Kt.
,
25 cm
Edition:
1. publ.
DDC:
304.25
Keywords:
Climatic changes Atlases
;
Climatic changes Atlases Environmental aspects
;
Climatic changes Atlases Social aspects
;
Greenhouse effect, Atmospheric Atlases Government policy
;
Climate changes Atlases
;
Climatic changes Environmental aspects
;
Atlases
;
Climatic changes Social aspects
;
Atlases
;
Greenhouse effect, Atmospheric Government policy
;
Atlases
;
Atlas
;
Anthropogene Klimaänderung
;
Klimaänderung
;
Umweltveränderung
Abstract:
"With more than 50 full-color maps and graphics, this is an essential resource for policy makers, environmentalists, students, and everyone concerned with this pressing subject."--BOOK JACKET
Abstract:
Today's headlines and recent events reflect the seriousness of climate change. Heat waves, droughts, and flooding are causing deaths among vulnerable populations, destroying livelihoods, and driving people from their homes. Rigorous in its science and insightful in its message, this atlas examines the possible impact of climate change on our ability to feed the world's people, avoid water shortages, conserve biodiversity, improve health, and preserve cities and cultural treasures. It also reviews historical contributions to greenhouse gas levels, progress in meeting Kyoto commitments, and local efforts to meet the challenge of climate change. The atlas covers a wide range of topics, including warning signals, future scenarios, vulnerable populations, health impacts, renewable energy and emissions reduction. With more than 50 full-colour maps and graphics, this is an essential resource for policy makers, environmentalists, students, and everyone concerned with this pressing subject.
Description / Table of Contents:
Pt. 1: Signs of change -- Pt. 2: Forcing change -- Pt. 3: Driving climate change -- Pt. 4: Expected consequences -- Pt. 5: Responding to change -- Pt. 6: Committing to solutions -- Pt. 7: Climate change data.
Description / Table of Contents:
Part I: Signs of Change; Part II: Forcing Change; Part III: Driving Climate Change; Part IV: Expected Consequences; Part V: Responding to Change; Part VI: Committing to Solutions; Part VII: Climate Change Data
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