Bioacoustic Monitoring Contributes to an
... how the changing climate affects our planet, and how we can mitigate these effects. At first glance, acoustics and climate change may seem to have little in common. The reality, however, is that both direct and indirect effects of climate change will impact acoustics, especially in the fields of aco ...
... how the changing climate affects our planet, and how we can mitigate these effects. At first glance, acoustics and climate change may seem to have little in common. The reality, however, is that both direct and indirect effects of climate change will impact acoustics, especially in the fields of aco ...
3280 – Atmospheric chemistry
... • Radiative forcing: the change in the net radiation balance at the tropopause caused by a particular external factor in the absence of any climate feedbacks. • These forcing mechanisms can be caused by: – change in the atmospheric constituents such as the increase in greenhouse gases (GHGs) – aeros ...
... • Radiative forcing: the change in the net radiation balance at the tropopause caused by a particular external factor in the absence of any climate feedbacks. • These forcing mechanisms can be caused by: – change in the atmospheric constituents such as the increase in greenhouse gases (GHGs) – aeros ...
Human Induced Climate Change: The IPCC Fourth Assessment
... with it being “very unlikely” to be less than 1.5°C. It was not possible to attach a formal likelihood of a dT2x above 4.5°C and it was assessed that values higher than 4.5°C cannot be excluded. Understanding the sensitivity of the climate system is clearly very important in assessing the risks from ...
... with it being “very unlikely” to be less than 1.5°C. It was not possible to attach a formal likelihood of a dT2x above 4.5°C and it was assessed that values higher than 4.5°C cannot be excluded. Understanding the sensitivity of the climate system is clearly very important in assessing the risks from ...
document Reflections on Scenario Planning
... – If we are confident that there are predictable relationships among scenario elements, we want those relationships to be represented faithfully in our indicators. • E.g. if urbanization rises with income, it would be problematic to have indicators that reflect the opposite. ...
... – If we are confident that there are predictable relationships among scenario elements, we want those relationships to be represented faithfully in our indicators. • E.g. if urbanization rises with income, it would be problematic to have indicators that reflect the opposite. ...
ISDE Italia News edited by ISDE Italy (International Society of
... change in fossil fuel emission is extremely unlikely and we will have to face the unhealthy effects of particulate matter for a long time. Fortunately, the issue of greenhouse gases seems to be at a turning point. The last release of the IPCC stated that climate change is very likely due to human ac ...
... change in fossil fuel emission is extremely unlikely and we will have to face the unhealthy effects of particulate matter for a long time. Fortunately, the issue of greenhouse gases seems to be at a turning point. The last release of the IPCC stated that climate change is very likely due to human ac ...
The 4 ‘I’s of Adaptation
... poorest and most vulnerable communities are already experiencing the impacts of climate change on their lives and livelihoods, and more potentially devastating impacts are inevitable unless action is taken now. In the context of negotiations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate C ...
... poorest and most vulnerable communities are already experiencing the impacts of climate change on their lives and livelihoods, and more potentially devastating impacts are inevitable unless action is taken now. In the context of negotiations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate C ...
A>E - Butler at UTB
... because “warm water from the tropical Atlantic moves pole ward near the surface where it gives up some of its heat to the atmosphere.” So I make an inference that if the conveyor belt stopped, the areas at high altitudes would be unbearable. The temperatures there would be more extreme. (Lindstrom) ...
... because “warm water from the tropical Atlantic moves pole ward near the surface where it gives up some of its heat to the atmosphere.” So I make an inference that if the conveyor belt stopped, the areas at high altitudes would be unbearable. The temperatures there would be more extreme. (Lindstrom) ...
impact of climate change in andean bolivian
... significant impact on hundreds of people in the Andes since the Andean region's ecosystems are particularly sensitive. The Andes are known for their rich biological and cultural diversity, and now face the threat of Global Warming and Climate Change. Since 1939, the temperature of the tropical Andes ...
... significant impact on hundreds of people in the Andes since the Andean region's ecosystems are particularly sensitive. The Andes are known for their rich biological and cultural diversity, and now face the threat of Global Warming and Climate Change. Since 1939, the temperature of the tropical Andes ...
Europarat und Klimagipfel in Paris Die freiwilligen Verbände
... New York no longer has a choice: it will either drown or must redesign itself2. In response to the passage of Hurricane Irene and Sandy in 2011 and 2012, public authorities must prepare city-dwellers for the effects of upcoming climate disturbances, and especially the rise of sea levels. They have t ...
... New York no longer has a choice: it will either drown or must redesign itself2. In response to the passage of Hurricane Irene and Sandy in 2011 and 2012, public authorities must prepare city-dwellers for the effects of upcoming climate disturbances, and especially the rise of sea levels. They have t ...
PDF
... by region, highlight the potential importance of international trade in any strategy to adjust to climate change. By facilitating the transfer of output from regions with increased yields to countries facing diminished productivity, international trade can play a valuable role. Kane, Reilly and Tobe ...
... by region, highlight the potential importance of international trade in any strategy to adjust to climate change. By facilitating the transfer of output from regions with increased yields to countries facing diminished productivity, international trade can play a valuable role. Kane, Reilly and Tobe ...
2011 Annual Report
... Greenland about every 150 years or so,” he said. “I’m sure there will be much debate about whether this year’s high melt was part of a natural cycle or if it is yet another symptom of climate change. The answer to that question doesn’t actually matter. The fact remains that during this year, like ev ...
... Greenland about every 150 years or so,” he said. “I’m sure there will be much debate about whether this year’s high melt was part of a natural cycle or if it is yet another symptom of climate change. The answer to that question doesn’t actually matter. The fact remains that during this year, like ev ...
Agricultural development and food security under climate uncertainty
... Agriculture is a human activity that is intimately linked to ...
... Agriculture is a human activity that is intimately linked to ...
Climate Change in the Sydney Metropolitan Catchments
... climate change, but they will need to plan for new climatic challenges and opportunities. Climate change will have both positive and negative impacts on the types of crops that can be grown and agricultural productivity in NSW. For example, higher levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are likel ...
... climate change, but they will need to plan for new climatic challenges and opportunities. Climate change will have both positive and negative impacts on the types of crops that can be grown and agricultural productivity in NSW. For example, higher levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are likel ...
No consensus on consensus
... spectrum of policy users [3]. In this context, it has been argued that the IPCC consensus is used as an appeal to authority in the representation of scientific results as the basis for urgent policy making [4]. The main IPCC consensus findings and their evolution through the course of four IPCC asse ...
... spectrum of policy users [3]. In this context, it has been argued that the IPCC consensus is used as an appeal to authority in the representation of scientific results as the basis for urgent policy making [4]. The main IPCC consensus findings and their evolution through the course of four IPCC asse ...
Increased Flooding Risk: Global Warming`s Wake
... Global warming has caused more heavy rainfall events in the United States over the last few decades along with an increased likelihood of devastating floods. While no single storm or flood can be attributed directly to global warming, changing climate conditions are at least partly responsible for p ...
... Global warming has caused more heavy rainfall events in the United States over the last few decades along with an increased likelihood of devastating floods. While no single storm or flood can be attributed directly to global warming, changing climate conditions are at least partly responsible for p ...
Central Asia - GFCS Observation Workshop
... established what health professionals and the general public need to know about the services, and which messages need to be delivered. From these questions it becomes evident that multi-sectoral cooperation is pivotal and very likely needs both enhancement and improvement. As far as observation requ ...
... established what health professionals and the general public need to know about the services, and which messages need to be delivered. From these questions it becomes evident that multi-sectoral cooperation is pivotal and very likely needs both enhancement and improvement. As far as observation requ ...
Transcript
... ED: So, just as steroids supercharged baseball statistics, human-influenced global warming has supercharged our rainy days. Peter Snyder says that’s because a warmer atmosphere holds more water vapor. “We have more energy and more moisture to work with so that if we have all the ingredients we need ...
... ED: So, just as steroids supercharged baseball statistics, human-influenced global warming has supercharged our rainy days. Peter Snyder says that’s because a warmer atmosphere holds more water vapor. “We have more energy and more moisture to work with so that if we have all the ingredients we need ...
using big data, scenarios development, and game theory to monitor
... demand increases due to economic growth, but power is more widely distributed. Governments take longer to make important energy decisions to address climate change. Market forces shape the energy system more than government. Oil and coal remain but the share of renewable energy grows. The Shell scen ...
... demand increases due to economic growth, but power is more widely distributed. Governments take longer to make important energy decisions to address climate change. Market forces shape the energy system more than government. Oil and coal remain but the share of renewable energy grows. The Shell scen ...
PDF - BC3 Basque Centre for Climate Change
... - Discounting in an asymmetric world L2.Climate and energy policies in Spain: side effects and industry-level impacts - Portfolios for a low carbon growth - A fourth dividend for renewable energy? L3.Investment under uncertainty: power utilities and climate policy - The appeal of energy efficiency: ...
... - Discounting in an asymmetric world L2.Climate and energy policies in Spain: side effects and industry-level impacts - Portfolios for a low carbon growth - A fourth dividend for renewable energy? L3.Investment under uncertainty: power utilities and climate policy - The appeal of energy efficiency: ...
Emissions debt
... Climate Debt Culled from TWN Primer and as advanced by a growing number of Heads of State, Ministers, government officials, non-governmental organizations and social movements representing indigenous peoples, development, gender, organized labor, environmental and social justice groups in Africa, A ...
... Climate Debt Culled from TWN Primer and as advanced by a growing number of Heads of State, Ministers, government officials, non-governmental organizations and social movements representing indigenous peoples, development, gender, organized labor, environmental and social justice groups in Africa, A ...
PRESS RELEASE – Wednesday 28 January 2015 16th CODATU
... participants from cities in emerging and developing countries, the gathering will offer the opportunity to unite decision-makers in urban mobility who wish to take action against climate change. ...
... participants from cities in emerging and developing countries, the gathering will offer the opportunity to unite decision-makers in urban mobility who wish to take action against climate change. ...
Integrating Climate Information and Adaptation in Project
... change adaptation into their investment activities, taking into consideration the inherent uncertainties and complexities, and aiming to develop flexible approaches that align with the climate risk profiles of projects and project partners. This note outlines a framework for the integration of adapt ...
... change adaptation into their investment activities, taking into consideration the inherent uncertainties and complexities, and aiming to develop flexible approaches that align with the climate risk profiles of projects and project partners. This note outlines a framework for the integration of adapt ...
Model United Nations Climate Conference - FN
... from agriculture (landbrug). The actions of individual nations cannot determine the composition (sammensætning) of the world’s atmosphere. Therefore global action is necessary and this starts with the states, many of which are present at this simulation. ...
... from agriculture (landbrug). The actions of individual nations cannot determine the composition (sammensætning) of the world’s atmosphere. Therefore global action is necessary and this starts with the states, many of which are present at this simulation. ...
CCWG Report - Mennonite Church Canada
... transition to a new energy economy that values community building, social justice, and a less consumptive lifestyle. This strategy prioritizes investing in “the good that we want to see.” In addition, MC-CAN should do a number of non-financial actions that will support an investment shift and increa ...
... transition to a new energy economy that values community building, social justice, and a less consumptive lifestyle. This strategy prioritizes investing in “the good that we want to see.” In addition, MC-CAN should do a number of non-financial actions that will support an investment shift and increa ...
Energy Theme Breakdown - Learning for a Sustainable Future
... the change lasts long enough. AAAS, 1993: 69. 16 The global climate weather system can best be understood through systems analysis. It has boundaries and subsystems, relationships to other systems, and inputs and outputs. AAAS, 1993: 266. 17AAAS, 1993: 266. Positive feedbacks are mechanisms that amp ...
... the change lasts long enough. AAAS, 1993: 69. 16 The global climate weather system can best be understood through systems analysis. It has boundaries and subsystems, relationships to other systems, and inputs and outputs. AAAS, 1993: 266. 17AAAS, 1993: 266. Positive feedbacks are mechanisms that amp ...