Climate Change: A Wicked Problem
Complexity and Uncertainty at the Intersection of Science, Economics, Politics, and Human Behavior
By Frank P. Incropera | Publisher: Cambridge University Press
About the book
Under one cover Frank P. Incropera provides a comprehensive objective and critical assessment of all issues germane to the climate change debate science technology options economic ramifications cultural and behavioural issues the influence of special interests and public policy geopolitics and ethical dimensions. The underlying science is treated in depth but in an approachable and accessible manner. A strong case is made for the reality of anthropogenic climate change while confronting the range of issues that remain uncertain and deconstructing opposing views. Incropera assesses the strengths and weaknesses of technology options for mitigating the effects of climate change analyzes nontechnical factors - economic cultural and political - and provides an in-depth treatment of ethical implications. This book is intended for those wishing to become fully informed about climate change and is designed to provide the reader with a firm foundation for drawing his or her own conclusions.
Editions of Climate Change: A Wicked Problem
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781107109070
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781107521131
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Under one cover Frank P. Incropera provides a comprehensive objective and critical assessment of all issues germane to the climate change debate science technology options economic ramifications cultural and behavioural issues the influence of special interests and public policy geopolitics and ethical dimensions. The underlying science is treated in depth but in an approachable and accessible manner. A strong case is made for the reality of anthropogenic climate change while confronting the range of issues that remain uncertain and deconstructing opposing views. Incropera assesses the strengths and weaknesses of technology options for mitigating the effects of climate change analyzes nontechnical factors - economic cultural and political - and provides an in-depth treatment of ethical implications. This book is intended for those wishing to become fully informed about climate change and is designed to provide the reader with a firm foundation for drawing his or her own conclusions.
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What is Climate Change: A Wicked Problem about?
Under one cover Frank P. Incropera provides a comprehensive objective and critical assessment of all issues germane to the climate change debate science technology options economic ramifications cultural and behavioural issues the influence of special interests and public policy geopolitics and ethical dimensions. The underlying science is treated in depth but in an approachable and accessible manner. A strong case is made for the reality of anthropogenic climate change while confronting the range of issues that remain uncertain and deconstructing opposing views. Incropera assesses the strengths and weaknesses of technology options for mitigating the effects of climate change analyzes nontechnical factors - economic cultural and political - and provides an in-depth treatment of ethical implications. This book is intended for those wishing to become fully informed about climate change and is designed to provide the reader with a firm foundation for drawing his or her own conclusions.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Climate Change: A Wicked Problem?
Earth Sciences, Geography, Environment, Planning > The environment > Pollution and threats to the environment > Climate change
Where can I read a sample of Climate Change: A Wicked Problem?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781107109070
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Climate Change: A Wicked Problem?
Frank P. Incropera
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Climate Change: A Wicked Problem is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781107109070) and paperback(ISBN 9781107521131)