Interdisciplinary Aspects of Environmental Sciences, Climate Change & Global Warming Policies, Natural Literature & History, Ethics & Moral Philosophy - Applied - Environmental, Meteorology & Atmospheric Science - Climate & Climatology
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Overview
"Climate change is an issue in which every human being on the planet is a potential stakeholder. Therefore, equity and ethical considerations have an important role to play in determining a climate change response strategy that will prevent the worst case scenario. In this context, the authors of this book attempt to provide a better understanding of the practical and analytical issues surrounding climate change negotiations." Greenhouse gas emissions are widely considered to be the ultimate environmental externality and consequently a topic of great contemporary concern. This treatment of the important issues will be welcomed by climate change negotiators, policymakers, and economic, environmental and social researchers. It will also be of interest to anyone who believes that the negotiation process may benefit from a more deep-rooted shift in social attitudes and beliefs.Synopsis
Seven chapters discuss ethical questions of equity, responsibility, and sustainability, and consider their practical implications for policy matters, including clean development, emissions trading, and the Convention on Climate Change. The science underlying the arguments is explained with the aid of graphs, charts, and diagrams. Contributors include government officials and researchers from Brazil, Germany, the United States, Argentina, and Sri Lanka. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Book Details
Published
January 1, 2003
Publisher
Elgar, Edward Publishing, Inc.
Pages
200
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781843760481