climate change

This book reveals the history of global climate action, environmental pacts, and the ways governments are using regulations and accords to protect Earth.

"Describes what is weather around our planet."--Provided by publisher.

A photo-illustrated look at some examples of extreme weather, such as droughts and supercell thunder storms, and how and why they form.

"Miami has a serious problem--water! Sometimes, on sunny days, water bubbles up from storm drains. Residents find their homes flooded. On some days, they see cars floating like boats and even fish swimming in pools of water in the streets. What is going on? And can anything be done to save the city from being completely flooded with water? Rising Seas: Miami, Florida traces the tragic story of the causes of global warming, how this affects Miami--a city built on porous limestone--and how engineers are using pumps and other technologies to save the city from disaster. Fascinating photos of the actual events, maps, and fact boxes enrich the compelling text. The personal and heart-breaking story will grip and inspire young readers"--Provided by the publisher.

"Al Gore ... [combines] research from top scientists around the world with photos, personal anecdotes, and observations to document the fast pace and wide scope of global warming. He [argues] ... that the fact of global climate change is not in question and that its consequences for the world we live in will be disastrous if left unchecked"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes what is weather around our planet."--Provided by publisher.

Examines how rising sea levels, storms, droughts, and desertification from climate change is affecting migration, driving hundreds of millions of refugees to other countries. Takes a continent-by-continent look at who is at risk, and the strategic, fiscal, and legal responsibilities of the other countries of the world.

"This book aims to increase understanding of the state and potential of forest ecosystems to mitigate and to adapt to climate change in a polluted environment."--Back cover.

"Upon arriving in Ilulissat, Greenland, Gannon and Wyatt prepare for a dogsled expedition in the Arctic. But before the explorers even crack a whip, they receive a desperate mayday call from an Inuit family that is stranded in the far north. Suddenly, Gannon and Wyatt's expedition to study climate change and Greenlandic culture turns into something far more dangerous--a mission to save lives"--OCLC.

This book explores the characteristics of the land and weather in regions with polar climates, and how plants, animals, and people have adapted to life in polar regions. The effects of climate change and other developments are also covered.