Adapting To A Changing World

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Physics and Astronomy,Committee on Undergraduate Physics Education Research and Implementation
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-24
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780309283038

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Adapting to a Changing World by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Physics and Astronomy,Committee on Undergraduate Physics Education Research and Implementation Pdf

Adapting to a Changing World was commissioned by the National Science Foundation to examine the present status of undergraduate physics education, including the state of physics education research, and, most importantly, to develop a series of recommendations for improving physics education that draws from the knowledge we have about learning and effective teaching. Our committee has endeavored to do so, with great interest and more than a little passion. The Committee on Undergraduate Physics Education Research and Implementation was established in 2010 by the Board on Physics and Astronomy of the National Research Council. This report summarizes the committee's response to its statement of task, which requires the committee to produce a report that identifies the goals and challenges facing undergraduate physics education and identifies how best practices for undergraduate physics education can be implemented on a widespread and sustained basis, assess the status of physics education research (PER) and discuss how PER can assist in accomplishing the goal of improving undergraduate physics education best practices and education policy.

Author : W. Neil Adger,Irene Lorenzoni,Karen L. O'Brien
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 533 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2009-06-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780521764858

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Adapting to Climate Change by W. Neil Adger,Irene Lorenzoni,Karen L. O'Brien Pdf

This book presents the latest science and social science research on whether the world can adapt to climate change.

Author : Ken Kroes
Publisher : 1779671 Alberta Inc.
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780995847071

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Feasible Living - Dealing with Ecological Anxiety While Adapting to Our Changing World by Ken Kroes Pdf

No matter which way we turn today, trends like pollution, climate change, and the 4th Industrial Revolution are impacting the ecosystems that you and I live in. These trends are influencing all of us and if you are not concerned about the impact they will have on the current and future wellbeing of you and your loved ones, you should be. This concern is called ecological anxiety, and it is up to you to decide how it should be managed and what actions you will take to adapt and prepare. As you can imagine, the topic of ecological anxiety is vast. This book is an introduction that outlines the major trends to be concerned about, as well as offering up practical ways for you to protect your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing. Ecological anxiety is not just limited to adults either. Our youth can also experience it, perhaps to an even greater extent than adults. This book contains discussions focused on this, why it can be different from adult ecological anxiety, and ways we can mentor them through this scary period of their lives. The seemingly perfect storm of globe-altering trends is already impacting us. Now is the time to take control (and it’s easier than you might think).

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Postal Service, and the District of Columbia
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Postal service
ISBN : UOM:39015089031028

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More Than Stamps Adapting the Postal Service to a Changing World by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Postal Service, and the District of Columbia Pdf

Author : Ann Goodman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Business
ISBN : 1631571443

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Adapting to Change by Ann Goodman Pdf

This book examines emerging business reactions to, plans, and preparations for climate events (e.g., fires, storms, floods, and hurricanes) and trends (e.g., droughts) from leading companies in strategic sectors: technology, telecommunications, food, banking, and insurance.

Author : Lisa Dale
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2022-07-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780231552974

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Climate Change Adaptation by Lisa Dale Pdf

Climate change policy has typically emphasized mitigation, calling for reducing emissions and shifting away from fossil fuels. Yet while these efforts have floundered, floods, wildfires, droughts, and other disasters are becoming more frequent and potent. As the risks escalate, we must ask how to adapt to a changing climate. How might farmers modify their practices to maximize food security? Can coastal cities protect their infrastructure from rising seas? Are there strategic ways for developing countries to combine climate resilience with economic growth and poverty reduction? For people and societies around the world, these questions are not theoretical: adaptation is already underway. This book offers a concise overview of climate adaptation governance. In clear, accessible language, Lisa Dale describes key strategies that governments, communities, and the private sector are now deploying. She presents the theory and practice that underlie climate adaptation efforts at local and global scales, providing illuminating case studies that foreground the problems facing developing countries. Dale analyzes the effectiveness of a range of policy interventions, drawing out principles of good governance and discussing how practitioners can navigate complex tradeoffs. She emphasizes equity and inclusion, considering how climate adaptation policy can account for the needs of historically disadvantaged groups. Written for a wide audience, this book is an invaluable introduction for all readers interested in how societies can meet the challenges of an altered climate.

Author : Darren Swanson,Suruchi Bhadwal
Publisher : IDRC
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2009-09-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9788132101475

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Creating Adaptive Policies by Darren Swanson,Suruchi Bhadwal Pdf

This title describes the concept of adaptive policymaking and presents seven tools for developing such policies. Based on hundreds of interviews with people impacted by policy and research of over a dozen policy case studies, this book serves as a pragmatic guide for policymakers by elaborating on these seven tools.

Author : Deanna de Zilwa
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-09-17
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789048192373

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Academic Units in a Complex, Changing World by Deanna de Zilwa Pdf

As clocks struck midnight on the 31st December 2009 announcing the dawn of a new decade, amidst the jubilation of a new beginning we paused momentarily to re?ect on the decade that had just past. It was a dif?cult era for many people and organisations. Many were affected by war, terrorism, famine, ?re and tsunamis. First-world citizens enjoyed opportunities to relax in a technologically driven n- vana. People on streets, trains and planes from London, Tokyo to New York sported the white ear buds of iPhones as de rigueur adornments. The pace and intensity of our lives now seems to run at warp speed, we rush from appointment to appoi- ment swigging vitamin-enhanced mineral water obsessing about ?uctuations in our body mass index and the Dow Jones index in equal measure. Yet as individuals we can choose to accept or reject some of these changes. Those with suf?cient ma- rial resources can cocoon themselves in high-security fortress homes or relocate to safer, more tranquil environs, or even redesign themselves with the aid of Botox and a skilled plastic surgeon. Yet some organisations do not have the luxury of volition, they cannot choose whether to accept or reject the affects of environmental changes. A type of organisation that has found itself situated in environments that are increasingly complex and turbulent are academic units (departments, schools and faculties) in many publicly funded universities around the globe.

Author : Lara J. Hansen,Jennifer Ruth Hoffman
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2010-10-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781597269889

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Climate Savvy by Lara J. Hansen,Jennifer Ruth Hoffman Pdf

Climate change demands a change in how we envision, prioritize, and implement conservation and management of natural resources. Addressing threats posed by climate change cannot be simply an afterthought or an addendum, but must be integrated into the very framework of how we conceive of and conduct conservation and management. In Climate Savvy, climate change experts Lara Hansen and Jennifer Hoffman offer 18 chapters that consider the implications of climate change for key resource management issues of our time—invasive species, corridors and connectivity, ecological restoration, pollution, and many others. How will strategies need to change to facilitate adaptation to a new climate regime? What steps can we take to promote resilience? Based on collaboration with a wide range of scientists, conservation leaders, and practitioners, the authors present general ideas as well as practical steps and strategies that can help cope with this new reality. While climate change poses real threats, it also provides a chance for creative new thinking. Climate Savvy offers a wide-ranging exploration of how scientists, managers, and policymakers can use the challenge of climate change as an opportunity to build a more holistic and effective philosophy that embraces the inherent uncertainty and variability of the natural world to work toward a more robust future.

Author : Dr. Rashmi Sharma,Dr. Chethana V Chalapathy ,Dr. Prashant Vaijinath
Publisher : Shineeks Publishers
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2023-12-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 9798889409854

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Insects and Climate Change: Adapting to a Warming World Book by Dr. Rashmi Sharma,Dr. Chethana V Chalapathy ,Dr. Prashant Vaijinath Pdf

Insects and Climate Change: Adapting to a Warming World explores the profound impact of climate change on insects and their remarkable ability to adapt. This book delves into the strategies employed by insects as they navigate rising temperatures, altered rainfall patterns, and shifting environments. Through scientific insights and captivating narratives, readers gain a deeper understanding of the resilience and adaptability of these crucial creatures. Insects serve as indicators of broader ecological patterns, highlighting the urgent need to address climate change. This book serves as a call to action, urging us to recognize the value of insects and take steps to protect their habitats. Join this exploration of insect resilience and their vital role in a warming world.

Author : Godswill T Leonard
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2023-09-21
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798862130768

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Adapting to Tomorrow by Godswill T Leonard Pdf

In a world that's constantly changing, how can you not only survive but thrive? "Adapting to Tomorrow: Your Guide to a Changing World Order" unveils the essential principles that will empower you to navigate our dynamic global landscape with confidence. From mastering the art of diplomacy to harnessing the power of innovation, this book equips you with the tools you need to succeed in a world where adaptability is key. Whether you're a leader, a student, or simply someone curious about the future, these principles will reshape the way you perceive and engage with the world. Join us on a journey of discovery, as we uncover the wisdom and strategies needed to embrace the challenges and opportunities of our ever-changing world.

Author : Heather E. McGowan,Chris Shipley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2020-04-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781119653097

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The Adaptation Advantage by Heather E. McGowan,Chris Shipley Pdf

A guide for individuals and organizations navigating the complex and ambiguous Future of Work Foreword by New York Times columnist and best-selling author Thomas L. Friedman Technology is changing work as we know it. Cultural norms are undergoing tectonic shifts. A global pandemic proves that we are inextricably connected whether we choose to be or not. So much change, so quickly, is disorienting. It's undermining our sense of identity and challenging our ability to adapt. But where so many see these changes as threatening, Heather McGowan and Chris Shipley see the opportunity to open the flood gates of human potential—if we can change the way we think about work and leadership. They have dedicated the last 5 years to understanding how technical, business, and cultural shifts affecting the workplace have brought us to this crossroads, The result is a powerful and practical guide to the future of work for leaders and employees. The future can be better, but only if we let go of our attachment to our traditional (and disappearing) ideas about careers, and what a "good job" looks like. Blending wisdom from interviews with hundreds of executives, The Adaptation Advantage explains the profound changes happening in the world of work and posits the solution: new ways to think about careers that detach our sense of pride and personal identity from our job title, and connect it to our sense of purpose. Activating purpose, the authors suggest, will inherently motivate learning, engagement, empowerment, and lead to new forms of pride and identity throughout the workforce. Only when we let go of our rigid career identities can we embrace and appreciate the joys of learning and adapting to new realities—and help our organizations do the same. Of course, making this transition is hard. It requires leaders who can attract and motivate cognitively diverse teams fueled by a strong sense of purpose in an environment of psychological safety—despite fierce competition and external pressures. Adapting to the future of work has always called for strong leadership. Now, as a pandemic disrupts so many aspects of work, adapting is a leadership imperative. The Adaptation Advantage is an essential guide to help leaders meet that challenge.

Author : Sharkdam Wapmuk
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2021-08-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781793644541

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Nigeria-India Relations in a Changing World by Sharkdam Wapmuk Pdf

Nigeria-India Relations in a Changing World covers critical issues in the relations between these two countries in a single volume. Even though the relationship between Nigeria and India is characterized by a sense of continuity, changes in the world since the end of the Cold War have necessitated that the two countries recalibrate their foreign policies and adjust their domestic economies along with their approaches to governance. Sharkdam Wapmuk provides an in-depth examination of the contextual, theoretical, and historical foundations of Nigeria-India relations. He analyzes Nigerian and Indian economic relations and contemporary dynamics in strategic engagement between the two countries.The book concludes with an exploration of the new normal for Nigeria-India relations in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

Author : Walter Leal Filho,Marina Kovaleva,Fátima Alves,Ismaila Rimi Abubakar
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 648 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2023-06-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031287282

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Climate Change Strategies: Handling the Challenges of Adapting to a Changing Climate by Walter Leal Filho,Marina Kovaleva,Fátima Alves,Ismaila Rimi Abubakar Pdf

This book includes information, experiences, practical initiatives and projects around the subject matter and makes it available to a wide audience. It addresses the scientific, social, political and cultural aspects of climate change impacts and respective solutions in an integrated and coherent way. Climate change as a global phenomenon imposes new challenges for survival. Extreme weather events including heat waves, storms, droughts as well as rising sea levels, warming oceans and melting glaciers threaten people's livelihoods and communities, ecosystems and habitats. Furthermore, it affects the entire food chain and increases competition for natural resources fuelling socioeconomic tensions. The results of the latest IPCC report highlight the urgent need for combating climate change. The adaptation measures to be undertaken range across sectors, thematic fields and geographical locations. Based on this need, the book focuses on the high-quality, interdisciplinary contributions on the scientific, social, economic, political and cultural aspects of climate change challenges and solutions

Author : Dorte Verner
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2012-11-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780821394588

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Adaptation to a Changing Climate in the Arab Countries by Dorte Verner Pdf

In the Arab countries, climate change is a risk to poverty reduction and economic growth, threatening to unravel many of the development gains that have been achieved. The Arab Region is already suffering adverse consequences from climate variability and change. This book provides information on climate change and its impact in the Arab Region, as well as technical guidance on climate adaptation options for policy makers. The areas addressed include the economic impacts of climate change (as measured by the reduction in household income and GDP); the impacts of climate change on the water, health, and tourism sectors; livelihoods and well-being in rural and urban areas; biodiversity; disaster risk management; as well as gender and other social relations. The report is written through a participatory and collaborative process, led by the World Bank in partnership with the League of Arab States, incorporating both regional and international experts on the topics.