The science and politics of global climate change a guide to the debate

"The second edition of Dessler and Parson's acclaimed book provides an integrated treatment of the science, technology, economics, policy, and politics of climate change. Aimed at the educated non-specialist, and at courses in environmental policy or climate change, the book clearly lays o...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Dessler, Andrew Emory (-)
Other Authors: Parson, Edward
Format: Book
Language:Inglés
Published: Cambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press 2010
Edition:2nd ed
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Table of Contents:
  • Preface to the second edition; Preface to the first edition; 1. Global climate change: a new type of environmental problem; 2. Science, politics and science in politics; 3. Human-induced climate change: present scientific knowledge and uncertainties; 4. Climate change policy: impacts, assessments and responses; 5. The state of climate policy and a path forward; Glossary; Bibliography; Index.