Asian Change In The Context Of Global Climate Change

Author : James Galloway,Jerry Melillo
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1998-09-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521638887

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Asian Change in the Context of Global Climate Change by James Galloway,Jerry Melillo Pdf

Nearly two-thirds of the world's population live in Asia, and many countries in that region are currently undergoing very rapid industrial, agricultural and economic development. The Framework Convention on Climate Change constrains developed countries with regard to their future emissions of greenhouse gases, but recognizes the special needs of developing countries. There is growing appreciation of the ways in which developing countries in the Asian region both contribute to global changes (by altering biogeochemical pathways and cycles) and are themselves affected by those changes. This volume uses the intellectual efforts and findings of the International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme (IGBP) community to provide the first integrated analysis of the interactions between global change and Asian change, giving particular attention to China's role. The book will be of interest to readers in a wide range of academic disciplines (natural sciences and socio-economic) and for those involved in national and international policy development relevant to global change.

Author : Ramesha Chandrappa,Sushil Gupta,Umesh Chandra Kulshrestha
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2011-06-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642196744

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Coping with Climate Change by Ramesha Chandrappa,Sushil Gupta,Umesh Chandra Kulshrestha Pdf

The Environmental and climatic issues varies from continent to continent and is unique to Asia. Understanding the issues does need lot of research and study material which students may not be able to gather due to shortage of time and resources. Hence an effort is made by authors gathering there experience and academic input from renowned universities of world. Climate change is real and coping with it is major concern in coming days. Most of the books written and sold in the past need updating and customizing. The general description of climate change and world will not help the professionals and students. It needs to seen area wise as a professional will work in specific geographic area. Hence an effort is made to collect data from Asia which host most populated countries along with ecological hot spots.

Author : Moazzem Hossain,Antony Selvanathan
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781849809665

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Climate Change and Growth in Asia by Moazzem Hossain,Antony Selvanathan Pdf

Climate Change and Growth in Asia is a comprehensive analysis of the major issues of climate change and global warming and their possible impacts on the growth of major Asian economies. The book addresses the climate change crisis in Asia within the context of three major challenges of growth: population, poverty and greenhouse gas emissions.

Author : Jens Marquardt,Laurence L. Delina,Mattijs Smits
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2021-12-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000488197

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Governing Climate Change in Southeast Asia by Jens Marquardt,Laurence L. Delina,Mattijs Smits Pdf

This volume showcases the diversity of the politics and practices of climate change governance across Southeast Asia. Through a series of country-level case studies and regional perspectives, the authors in this volume explore the complexities and contested nature of climate governance in what can be considered as one of the most dynamic and multi-faceted regions of the world. They reflect upon the tensions between authoritarian and democratic climate change governance, the multiple roles of civil society and non-state interventions, and the conflicts between state planning and market-driven climate change governance. Shedding light on climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts in Southeast Asia, this book presents the various formal and informal institutions of climate change governance, their relevant actors, procedures, and policies. Empirical findings from a diverse set of environments are merged into a cross-country comparison that allows for elaborating on similar patterns whilst at the same time highlighting the distinct features of climate change governance in Southeast Asia. Drawing on case studies from all Southeast Asian countries, namely Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Viet Nam, this book will be of great interest to students, scholars, and practitioners dealing with climate change and environmental governance.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2014-06-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789292545116

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Assessing the Costs of Climate Change and Adaptation in South Asia by Asian Development Bank Pdf

This report synthesizes the results of country and sector studies on the economic costs and benefits of unilateral and regional actions on climate change in the Asian Development Bank's six South Asia developing members, namely Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The study takes into account the different scenarios and impacts projected across vulnerable sectors and estimates the total economic loss throughout the 21st century and amount of funding required for adaptation measures to avert such potential losses. It is envisioned to strengthen decision-making capacities and improve understanding of the economics of climate change for the countries in South Asia.

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climate,Committee on Extreme Weather Events and Climate Change Attribution
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2016-07-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309380973

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Attribution of Extreme Weather Events in the Context of Climate Change by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climate,Committee on Extreme Weather Events and Climate Change Attribution Pdf

As climate has warmed over recent years, a new pattern of more frequent and more intense weather events has unfolded across the globe. Climate models simulate such changes in extreme events, and some of the reasons for the changes are well understood. Warming increases the likelihood of extremely hot days and nights, favors increased atmospheric moisture that may result in more frequent heavy rainfall and snowfall, and leads to evaporation that can exacerbate droughts. Even with evidence of these broad trends, scientists cautioned in the past that individual weather events couldn't be attributed to climate change. Now, with advances in understanding the climate science behind extreme events and the science of extreme event attribution, such blanket statements may not be accurate. The relatively young science of extreme event attribution seeks to tease out the influence of human-cause climate change from other factors, such as natural sources of variability like El Niño, as contributors to individual extreme events. Event attribution can answer questions about how much climate change influenced the probability or intensity of a specific type of weather event. As event attribution capabilities improve, they could help inform choices about assessing and managing risk, and in guiding climate adaptation strategies. This report examines the current state of science of extreme weather attribution, and identifies ways to move the science forward to improve attribution capabilities.

Author : Percy E. Sajise,Mariliza V. Ticsay,Gil C. Saguiguit, Jr.
Publisher : Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2010-02-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789812309785

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Moving Forward by Percy E. Sajise,Mariliza V. Ticsay,Gil C. Saguiguit, Jr. Pdf

Climate change is a global phenomenon that is being experienced by all levels of society, regardless of race and species, and in all types of ecosystems, regardless of geographic location. It will have diverse effects on biodiversity which will directly impact on food security, water supply, and livelihood among others, especially for the poor and more vulnerable sectors of human society. More importantly, all forms of life including human society are trying their best to adapt and survive. T...

Author : David A. Raitzer,Francesco Bosello,Massimo Tavoni,Carlo Orecchia,Giacomo Marangoni,Jindra Nuella G. Samson
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2015-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789292573058

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Southeast Asia and the Economics of Global Climate Stabilization by David A. Raitzer,Francesco Bosello,Massimo Tavoni,Carlo Orecchia,Giacomo Marangoni,Jindra Nuella G. Samson Pdf

Climate change is a global concern of special relevance to Southeast Asia, a region that is both vulnerable to the effects of climate change and a rapidly increasing emitter of greenhouse gases (GHGs). This study focuses on five countries of Southeast Asia that collectively account for 90% of regional GHG emissions in recent years---Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Viet Nam. It applies two global dynamic economy–energy–environment models under an array of scenarios that reflect potential regimes for regulating global GHG emissions through 2050. The modeling identifies the potential economic costs of climate inaction for the region, how the countries can most efficiently achieve GHG emission mitigation, and the consequences of mitigation, both in terms of benefits and costs. Drawing on the modeling results, the study analyzes climate-related policies and identifies how further action can be taken to ensure low-carbon growth.

Author : Michael Manton,Linda Anne Stevenson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400773387

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Climate in Asia and the Pacific by Michael Manton,Linda Anne Stevenson Pdf

Commissioned by the Intergovernmental Meeting (IGM) of the Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research (APN), this book offers a detailed survey of the current status of climate change and climate variability in the Asia-Pacific region, a thorough and thoughtful assessment of climate and security and clear recommendations on the best paths of climate research in the future.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-07
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789004273221

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Environmental and Climate Change in South and Southeast Asia by Anonim Pdf

Environmental and Climate Change in South and Southeast Asia offers a cultural studies' perspective on how local cultures cope with climate changes and environmental crises. The focus is on Hindu India, Islamic Indonesia, Buddhist Thailand, and Himalayan glaciers.

Author : Peter H. Koehn
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-12-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317375845

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China Confronts Climate Change by Peter H. Koehn Pdf

China is an integral actor in any movement that will stabilize the global climate at conditions suited to sustainable development for its own population and for people living around the world. Assessments of China’s climatic-system consequences, impact, and responsibilities need to take into account the strengths, weaknesses, and potential of subnational governments, non-governmental organizations, transnational non-state connections, and the urban populace in reducing greenhouse-gas emissions. A multitude of recent local initiatives that have engaged subnational China in actions that mitigate emissions can be enhanced by powerful framings that appeal to citizen concerns about air pollution and health conditions. China Confronts Climate Change offers the first fully comprehensive account of China’s response to climate change, based on engagement with the global climate governance literature and current debates over responsibility along with specific insights into the Chinese context. Responsible implementation of any overarching climate agreement depends on expanding China’s subnational contributions. To remain fully informed about GHG-emissions mitigation, China watchers and climate-change monitors need to pay close attention to bottom-up developments. The book provides a valuable contemporary resource for students, scholars, and policy leaders at all levels of governance who are concerned with climate change, environmental politics, and sustainable urban development.

Author : Lorraine Elliott,Mely Caballero-Anthony
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136263231

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Human Security and Climate Change in Southeast Asia by Lorraine Elliott,Mely Caballero-Anthony Pdf

This book makes an important and timely contribution to debates about the relationship between climate change and security in Southeast Asia. It does so through a human security lens, drawing on local and regional expertise to discuss the threats that climate change poses to human security in Southeast Asia and to show how a human security approach draws attention to the importance of adaptation and strategies for social resilience. In doing so, it exposes the consequences of climate change, the impact on community rights and access, the special problem of border areas, before going on to investigate local and regional strategies for addressing the human security challenges of climate change.

Author : Xiangbai He,Hao Zhang,Alexander Zahar
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2020-05-31
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781351724470

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Climate Change Law in China in Global Context by Xiangbai He,Hao Zhang,Alexander Zahar Pdf

In Climate Change Law in China in Global Context, seven climate change law scholars explain how the country’s legal system is gradually being mobilized to support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in China and achieve adaptation to climate change. There has been little English scholarship on the legal regime for climate change in China. This volume addresses this gap in the literature and focuses on recent attempts by the country to build defences against the impacts of climate change and to meet the country’s international obligations on mitigation. The authors are not only interested in China’s laws on paper; rather, the book explains how these laws are implemented and integrated in practice and sheds light on China’s current laws, laws in preparation, the changing standing of law relative to policy, and the further reforms that will be necessary in response to the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change. This comprehensive and critical account of the Chinese legal system’s response to the pressures of climate change will be an important resource for scholars of international law, environmental law, and Chinese law.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789814470520

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Changes in the Human-Monsoon System of East Asia in the Context of Global Change by Anonim Pdf

Author : Hongyuan Yu
Publisher : Nova Publishers
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Climatic changes
ISBN : UCSD:31822035408483

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Global Warming and China's Environmental Diplomacy by Hongyuan Yu Pdf

Since the early 1990s, there are two increasingly hot topics attracting numerous scholarly attentions in Chinese politics: first, it is the transformation of China's political system. Second, it is China's increasingly involvement in international regimes. Nevertheless, until now, there are only a few scholars to work out the distinctive relations between them, and even less people work on the bureaucratic politics level. By explaining and evaluating the development of policymaking coordination in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the author demonstrates the argument that international regimes have contributed to the development of coordination in Chinese Policymaking, taking the UNFCCC as a departure.