Climate change : causes, effects, and solutions

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Author:

Hardy, J. T. (John T.)

ISBN:

9780470850183

9780470850190

Personal Author:

Hardy, J. T. (John T.)

Publication Information:

New York : J. Wiley, c2003.

Physical Description:

p. cm.

Contents:

Sect. I. Climate Change - Past, Present, and Future -- 1. Earth and the Greenhouse Effect -- 2. Past Climate Change: Lessons from History -- 3. Recent Climate Change: The Earth Responds -- 4. Future Climate Change: The Twenty-First Century and Beyond -- Sect. II. Ecological Effects of Climate Change -- 5. Effects on Freshwater Systems -- 6. Effects on Terrestrial Ecosystems -- 7. Climate Change and Agriculture -- 8. Climate Change and the Marine Environment -- Sect. III. Human Dimensions of Climate Change -- 9. Impacts on Human Settlement and Infrastructure -- 10. Effects of Climate Change on Human Health -- 11. Mitigation: Reducing the Impacts -- 12. Policy, Politics, and Economics of Climate Change.

Abstract:

"This book is an ideal text for courses in global climate change, or as a supplement to courses in environmental studies, natural science, climatology, or physical geography. Additionally, it is essential reading for journalists, environmental policymakers, and everyone who seeks to understand the consequences of climate change and the steps we must take to sustain a livable planet."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Climatic changes.

Nature -- Effect of human beings on.

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Summary

Human-induced climate change is a serious concern, drawing increasing attention from the media, policy makers and citizens around the world. This comprehensive and thought-provoking volume explains in easily understandable language the potential effects of climate change on our planet and our lives.

Climate Change: Causes, Effects and Solutions examines the latest scientific findings without any advanced technical knowledge. It goes beyond a description of changes in the physical environment to consider the broader issues of ecological, economic and human effects of climate change.

The book explains:

the causes and effects of climate change from a natural and human environment perspective. mitigation options and policies that could reduce the impacts of climate change. global impacts - with case studies are taken from North America, Europe, Australasia and elsewhere.

Essential reading for undergraduates and general readers who want to heighten their knowledge and understanding of this important problem.