Global Climate Change: Turning Knowledge Into Action

Climate change is a complex issue that affects the physical evidence of climate change and its impacts, as well as the political, economic, and social issues that stand in the way of action. This book provides a holistic introduction to climate change, accessible to non-science majors and useful to science majors who are new to the topic. It presents the issues from the many stakeholders and special interest groups in a balanced way, leaving it to the reader to make their own decisions. Case studies from across the globe bring home the actual socio-economic impact of climate change, and links current crisis to global energy and production and consumption. Evidence for climate change is examined, with a focus on the physical basis of Earth systems and global warming to differentiate between natural and anthropogenic causes. Ancient climates are explored to help provide context for modern climates, and a deeper exploration of the climate record from the past 150 years is provided. Key changes for the new edition include text updated throughout to reflect updated data and recent advances in climate science and climate policy, as well as web content updated with links to more recent reports, sites, and videos.

Format: Hardback
Length: 412 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Climate change is a complex and multifaceted issue that encompasses a wide range of physical, political, economic, and social factors. This comprehensive guide aims to provide a holistic introduction to climate change, examining the physical evidence of climate change and its impacts while also exploring the political, economic, and social issues that stand in the way of action.

While this guide is accessible to non-science majors, it is also valuable for science majors who are new to the topic. It presents the issues from the perspectives of various stakeholders and special interest groups in a balanced way, allowing readers to form their own opinions.

Case studies from across the globe showcase the actual socio-economic impact of climate change, emphasizing the need for action. The guide also links the current crisis to global energy and production and consumption, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable solutions.

Evidence for climate change is examined from a global perspective, focusing on the physical basis of Earth systems and global warming to differentiate between natural and anthropogenic causes. Ancient climates are explored to provide context for modern climates, while a deeper exploration of the climate record from the past 150 years bridges discussions of social and economic impacts of climate change.

Key changes for the new edition of this guide include:

Text updated throughout to reflect updated data and recent advances in climate science and climate policy in the USA and around the world, including the Paris Agreement, the Green New Deal, stakeholder upheavals, updates in economic models, carbon trading, emissions standards, progress in the developing world, new IPCC reports, and communication.

Web content updated with links to more recent reports, sites, and videos to provide readers with the most up-to-date information available.

Climate change is a pressing issue that requires collective action from individuals, governments, and organizations worldwide. By understanding the physical evidence of climate change, exploring the political, economic, and social factors contributing to it, and examining the case studies from around the globe, we can work towards a sustainable future for all.

Weight: 1000g
Dimension: 276 x 219 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367692063
Edition number: 2 ed