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Climate Change and Sustainable Development
About this book
From rising sea levels and extreme weather events to food insecurity and forced migration, the effects of climate change are real and accelerating.
Climate Change and Sustainable Development offers a comprehensive compilation of contemporary research, covering both fundamental and advanced aspects of climate science. It delves into a wide range of critical topics, including the greenhouse effect, food security, social and environmental issues, threats to marine ecosystems, the role of green energy in reducing carbon emissions, life cycle assessments, cost-effective sustainable strategies, public health implications, carbon capture technologies, and climate adaptation strategies.
Features:
- Explores both fundamental and advanced topics such as the greenhouse effect, carbon footprint reduction, public health responses, and adaptation strategies.
- Integrates insights from environmental science, economics, agriculture, sociology, and earth sciences to provide a holistic understanding.
- Includes the latest findings and case studies, ensuring up-to-date knowledge aligned with global sustainability goals.
- Structured for easy understanding, making it suitable for students, researchers, educators, and professionals alike.
- Emphasizes actionable strategies for mitigation, adaptation, and innovation in sustainable development.
This volume is especially valuable for scientists, academics, students, educators, and professionals across diverse disciplines such as environmental science, agriculture, earth science, economics, sociology, and geology. By addressing every key element related to climate change, this book equips readers with a clear understanding of its causes, consequences, and the broader implications for human society.
The aim of this book is to inform, inspire, and empower readers—from policymakers and researchers to students and concerned citizens. The challenges ahead are formidable, but they are not unmanageable. Through knowledge, collective action, and unwavering commitment, we can confront climate change and build a more sustainable world for future generations.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- About the Editors
- List of Contributors
- Chapter 1 Climate Change and Greenhouse Effect: A Global Problem
- Chapter 2 Food Security and Changing Climate
- Chapter 3 Climate Change: Threat to the Marine Biota
- Chapter 4 Biodiversity and Climate Change
- Chapter 5 Green Energy for Lesser Carbon Footprint
- Chapter 6 Managing Forests for Climate Change Mitigation
- Chapter 7 Life Cycle Assessment: A Tool for Climate Change Mitigation
- Chapter 8 Low-Cost Sustainable Practices for Climate Change Mitigation
- Chapter 9 Climate Change and Human Health
- Chapter 10 Carbon Capture Mechanisms for Industries
- Chapter 11 Adaptation to Climate Change
- Chapter 12 Low-Carbon and Climate-Resilient Cities
- Chapter 13 Climate Change and Flood Disaster
- Chapter 14 Entrepreneurship Ideas and Climate Change Mitigation Mechanism
- Chapter 15 Environmental Education as a Key Solution for Climate Change
- Index