Climate Relicts: Past, Present, Future
... 2010). Changes in geographic distributions do not simply result from the simultaneous migration of populations throughout the range. Instead, they are generated by widespread establishment of new populations at the leading edge of a species distribution and extinction of populations at the retreatin ...
... 2010). Changes in geographic distributions do not simply result from the simultaneous migration of populations throughout the range. Instead, they are generated by widespread establishment of new populations at the leading edge of a species distribution and extinction of populations at the retreatin ...
Israel`s report to the UNFCCC on climate change, 2000
... The ecotone between the desert and non-desert regions of Israel—where peripheral populations of both ecosystems meet—are expected to show the first impacts of climate change. Since peripheral populations of species may be more resistant to climatic stochasticity than their core populations, they mig ...
... The ecotone between the desert and non-desert regions of Israel—where peripheral populations of both ecosystems meet—are expected to show the first impacts of climate change. Since peripheral populations of species may be more resistant to climatic stochasticity than their core populations, they mig ...
Past and Future Trends in Frequency of Heavy Rainfall Events over
... evident in future decades with long term impact in many sectors. Therefore, assessments of climate change impact, both global and regional, are drawing attentions from different groups of researchers and stakeholders (IPCC, AR4). The South Asian summer monsoon rainfall during June to September plays ...
... evident in future decades with long term impact in many sectors. Therefore, assessments of climate change impact, both global and regional, are drawing attentions from different groups of researchers and stakeholders (IPCC, AR4). The South Asian summer monsoon rainfall during June to September plays ...
Assessing Vulnerabilities to the Effects of Global Change: An Eight
... effectively integrate and support its research, assessment and decision support activities. In particular, we intend to catalyze and contribute to four interrelated lines of work: 1) broadening the science-defined agenda for studying global environmental change to engage more explicitly the socially ...
... effectively integrate and support its research, assessment and decision support activities. In particular, we intend to catalyze and contribute to four interrelated lines of work: 1) broadening the science-defined agenda for studying global environmental change to engage more explicitly the socially ...
REPUBLIC REPUBLIC OF NAURU
... The reality of the impacts of climate change that Nauru and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are already experiencing means adaptation is absolutely critical. However, the science is telling us that we are quickly moving towards a reality where adapting will not be sufficient. The prospect for ...
... The reality of the impacts of climate change that Nauru and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are already experiencing means adaptation is absolutely critical. However, the science is telling us that we are quickly moving towards a reality where adapting will not be sufficient. The prospect for ...
OVERCOMING THE BARRIERS How to ensure future food production under
... variationthroughout the year. One farmer observed that summer temperatures were now 2°C to 3°C higher on average, while winter temperatures were cooler. In Zimbabwe, small-scale farmers noted that the seasons are no longer well defined, but run into each other. Winters are mild, with increased heat ...
... variationthroughout the year. One farmer observed that summer temperatures were now 2°C to 3°C higher on average, while winter temperatures were cooler. In Zimbabwe, small-scale farmers noted that the seasons are no longer well defined, but run into each other. Winters are mild, with increased heat ...
The Impact of Climate Change and Variability on Heavy
... be influenced by the limited sample period. Gu et al. (2007) have documented global and tropical rainfall changes using the global precipitation climatology project (GPCP) and find near-zero global changes but with large variability and changes over land that are largely compensated for by opposite ...
... be influenced by the limited sample period. Gu et al. (2007) have documented global and tropical rainfall changes using the global precipitation climatology project (GPCP) and find near-zero global changes but with large variability and changes over land that are largely compensated for by opposite ...
Mekong River flow and hydrological extremes under climate change
... opments. For instance, Västilä et al. (2010) and Hoanh et al. (2010) modelled the Mekong’s flow regimes under several climate change scenarios and suggested a likely intensification of the hydrological cycle, resulting in increases in annual and seasonal river discharges. Consequently, they also sug ...
... opments. For instance, Västilä et al. (2010) and Hoanh et al. (2010) modelled the Mekong’s flow regimes under several climate change scenarios and suggested a likely intensification of the hydrological cycle, resulting in increases in annual and seasonal river discharges. Consequently, they also sug ...
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... recognised as one of the most serious challenge facing the world, its people, the environment and its economies (ECARD, 2008). Farming, particularly livestock production in marginal areas is thus in the front-line of the battle against climate change impacts. IPCC (2001) reported that the damaging e ...
... recognised as one of the most serious challenge facing the world, its people, the environment and its economies (ECARD, 2008). Farming, particularly livestock production in marginal areas is thus in the front-line of the battle against climate change impacts. IPCC (2001) reported that the damaging e ...
Climate Change, Agriculture and Aid for Trade
... Agricultural trade flows are part dependent on the interaction between inherent comparative advantage, which will be subject to the changes in climate, as well as trade policy.3 Poor countries with a large rural economy depend on agricultural exports for their ...
... Agricultural trade flows are part dependent on the interaction between inherent comparative advantage, which will be subject to the changes in climate, as well as trade policy.3 Poor countries with a large rural economy depend on agricultural exports for their ...
Climate Change Adaptation Project Report
... The IPCC is the leading international scientific body for the assessment of climate change, established by the UN to provide a clear scientific view on climate change and its potential environmental and socio-economic consequences. Castlegar Adapting to Climate Change Project Report ...
... The IPCC is the leading international scientific body for the assessment of climate change, established by the UN to provide a clear scientific view on climate change and its potential environmental and socio-economic consequences. Castlegar Adapting to Climate Change Project Report ...
Australian attitudes on climate change
... renewable energy. Significantly, appreciation of the economic benefits and jobs associated with a strong renewable energy industry is not contingent on acceptance of climate change, or even that humans are responsible for it. Despite some attacks on renewable energy, wind in particular, there is ove ...
... renewable energy. Significantly, appreciation of the economic benefits and jobs associated with a strong renewable energy industry is not contingent on acceptance of climate change, or even that humans are responsible for it. Despite some attacks on renewable energy, wind in particular, there is ove ...
ASELSAN 2014 CDP Report
... ASELSAN has been in BIST-30 Index and Corporate Governance Index of Borsa Istanbul (BIST) since January 2013. Both indices are considered to be prestigious indices of BIST as big, corporate industrial firms, holdings and banks dominate them. Corporate governance rating is a prerequisite for presence ...
... ASELSAN has been in BIST-30 Index and Corporate Governance Index of Borsa Istanbul (BIST) since January 2013. Both indices are considered to be prestigious indices of BIST as big, corporate industrial firms, holdings and banks dominate them. Corporate governance rating is a prerequisite for presence ...
... greenhouse effect was considered complete human-induced phenomenon. The similar misconception that greenhouse effect is human-induced phenomena rather than a natural one is also found by the in-service Greek primary school teachers in their study by Michail et al. (2006). It was even surprising that ...
... greenhouse effect was considered complete human-induced phenomenon. The similar misconception that greenhouse effect is human-induced phenomena rather than a natural one is also found by the in-service Greek primary school teachers in their study by Michail et al. (2006). It was even surprising that ...
PDF Format - Department of Environmental Sciences
... My primary research interest is climate dynamics. I use numerical models of the climate system to study changes in climate, both past and future, with a goal of better understanding the mechanisms responsible for such changes. ...
... My primary research interest is climate dynamics. I use numerical models of the climate system to study changes in climate, both past and future, with a goal of better understanding the mechanisms responsible for such changes. ...
VULNERABILITY AND ADAPTATION TO CLIMATE
... Regional adaptation initiatives have focussed on capacity-building and mainstreaming adaptation into government policy and strategies (e.g. KAP-I and MACC). Mainstreaming has allowed projects to move into phases involving the implementation of pilot projects (e.g. KAP-II and Implementation of Pilot ...
... Regional adaptation initiatives have focussed on capacity-building and mainstreaming adaptation into government policy and strategies (e.g. KAP-I and MACC). Mainstreaming has allowed projects to move into phases involving the implementation of pilot projects (e.g. KAP-II and Implementation of Pilot ...
economics of climate change: sensitivity analysis of social cost
... SCC is the total cost to society arising from man-made emissions of carbon dioxide and other GHGs. It is typically measured in U.S. dollars per metric ton of carbon dioxide. SCC is an important concept when analysing the economic impacts of climate change and climate policies. SCC has significant in ...
... SCC is the total cost to society arising from man-made emissions of carbon dioxide and other GHGs. It is typically measured in U.S. dollars per metric ton of carbon dioxide. SCC is an important concept when analysing the economic impacts of climate change and climate policies. SCC has significant in ...
climate change adaptation guided by the law
... people, and although much is being done to find solutions, any truly effective solution must be bound with, or driven by, a robust legal framework – that is, a climate change legal framework. But the establishment of a climate change legal framework is only part of the solution. One of the key findi ...
... people, and although much is being done to find solutions, any truly effective solution must be bound with, or driven by, a robust legal framework – that is, a climate change legal framework. But the establishment of a climate change legal framework is only part of the solution. One of the key findi ...
PREDICTING ECOLOGICAL CHANGES IN THE FLORIDA
... The most recent meeting, in February 2013, was conducted in order to have experts in Everglades ecology identify how hydrologic changes associated with possible future climate change regimes might influence ecosystem services, and to identify research gaps where it currently is not possible to make ...
... The most recent meeting, in February 2013, was conducted in order to have experts in Everglades ecology identify how hydrologic changes associated with possible future climate change regimes might influence ecosystem services, and to identify research gaps where it currently is not possible to make ...
Climate Action Plan - Reporting Institutions
... Studies and Dr. Richard Willson, a professor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning. They were assisted by three graduate students from the John T. Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies, Anne Pandey, Cristina Halstead and Michelle McFadden. The CAP’s preparation was funded by the Division o ...
... Studies and Dr. Richard Willson, a professor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning. They were assisted by three graduate students from the John T. Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies, Anne Pandey, Cristina Halstead and Michelle McFadden. The CAP’s preparation was funded by the Division o ...
In Search of Shelter: Mapping the Effects of Climate Change
... the exact number of people that will be on the move by mid-century is uncertain, the scope and scale could vastly exceed anything that has occurred before. People in the least developed countries and island states will be affected first and worst. The consequences for almost all aspects of developme ...
... the exact number of people that will be on the move by mid-century is uncertain, the scope and scale could vastly exceed anything that has occurred before. People in the least developed countries and island states will be affected first and worst. The consequences for almost all aspects of developme ...
IN THE HIGH COURT OF SOUTH AFRICA GAUTENG DIVISION
... instance where it was found that the emissions were significantly higher than provided in its carbon budget, or posed an unexpected and unacceptable health risk to surrounding communities. In the context of the prevailing regulatory regime and socio-economic context, she submitted, her decision cann ...
... instance where it was found that the emissions were significantly higher than provided in its carbon budget, or posed an unexpected and unacceptable health risk to surrounding communities. In the context of the prevailing regulatory regime and socio-economic context, she submitted, her decision cann ...
Western Cape Climate Change Response Strategy 2014
... In recognition of the urgent need to act now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate changes already being experienced, the Western Cape Government (WCG) recognises the need to contribute to global efforts to reduce its carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, partic ...
... In recognition of the urgent need to act now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate changes already being experienced, the Western Cape Government (WCG) recognises the need to contribute to global efforts to reduce its carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, partic ...
Evaluating the Use of Ocean Models of Different Complexity in
... of carbon, phosphate, dissolved organic phosphorus, and alkalinity. The physical ocean model velocities and diffusion are used to transport these tracers; in addition chemical and biological processes are parameterized. Air-sea exchange of carbon dioxide follows Wannikof (1992), and carbonate chemis ...
... of carbon, phosphate, dissolved organic phosphorus, and alkalinity. The physical ocean model velocities and diffusion are used to transport these tracers; in addition chemical and biological processes are parameterized. Air-sea exchange of carbon dioxide follows Wannikof (1992), and carbonate chemis ...