Climate, Science and Society: A Primer

Climate, Science, and Society: A Primer is a book that makes cutting-edge research on climate change accessible to student readers. It consists of 37 short chapters written by STS and social science scholars and covers key topics such as communication, justice and inequality, climate policy, and energy transitions. The book is designed as a jumping-off point for further exploration and is essential reading for students studying climate change, STS, environmental sociology, and environmental sciences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 318 pages
Publication date: 13 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Climate, Science, and Society: A Primer is a groundbreaking resource that brings cutting-edge research on climate change to student readers. Comprising 37 concise chapters, organized into 11 parts, the primer is written by scholars from Science and Technology Studies (STS) and other social science disciplines. It explores a diverse range of critical topics, including communication, justice and inequality, climate policy, and energy transitions, all within the framework of STS studies. Each reading is skillfully translated into engaging and accessible prose, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience.

Chapter authors engage in lively debates, consider policy implications, critique existing research, and position their work within the broader context of climate change courses. This book serves as a valuable starting point for students pursuing studies in climate change, STS, environmental sociology, and environmental sciences.

Additionally, the Open Access version of this book, accessible at www.taylorfrancis.com, is made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license, ensuring widespread access and dissemination of knowledge.

Weight: 790g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032530161