Climate Change Basics

Climate change basics What is global warming? The importance of greenhouse gases Focusing on carbon dioxide Link between human activity and climate change The relationship is not fully understood IPCC Kyoto Protocol, an important first step The Stern Review Pollution represents market failure Developing countries are more vulnerable to climate change Manufactured uncertainty Big reductions are necessary Achieving reductions: part 1 Achieving reductions: part 2 Challenges of transport and biofuels Nuclear energy is problematic Coal must become cleaner Renewable energy offers much hope China will come to the party Green is the new black Climate change and investment strategy Formulate a strategy as change represents opportunity Government has a leading role to play Stop procrastinating, act now! Notes, sources and suggested readings.

Provides a broad overview of the subject of climate change for the businessperson and concerned citizen who wants to acquire the basic fundamentals of the issues and challenges. This book provides insights into: climate change science; sustainability; risk management; investment opportunities; technology options; understanding the bigger picture.