Global Warming: The Complete BriefingCambridge University Press, 1997 M09 18 - 251 pages Global warming and the resulting climate change is one of the most serious environmental problems facing the world community. Global Warming: the Complete Briefing is the most comprehensive guide available to the subject. A world-renowned expert, Sir John Houghton explores the scientific basis of global warming and the likely impacts of climate change on human society, before addressing the action that could be taken by governments, by industry and by individuals to mitigate the effects. The first edition received excellent reviews, and this completely updated new edition (taking account of the latest IPCC Assessments, and now including questions at the end of chapters) will prove to be the best briefing the student or interested general reader could wish for. |
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... Impacts of Climate Change 107 Why Should We Be Concerned ? 141 9 Weighing the Uncertainty 156 10 Strategy for Action to Slow and Stabilize Climate Change 174 11 Energy and Transport for the Future 189 12 The Global Village 229 Glossary ...
... Impacts of Climate Change 107 Why Should We Be Concerned ? 141 9 Weighing the Uncertainty 156 10 Strategy for Action to Slow and Stabilize Climate Change 174 11 Energy and Transport for the Future 189 12 The Global Village 229 Glossary ...
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