- Stresses concepts recommended in National Science Education Standards
- Reinforces concepts important in National Standards for Social Studies Teachers
- Includes questions and quizzes
- Provides historical background for current events
Energy and Society
Global Warming and Climate Change: Prospects and Policies in Asia and Europe
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This book looks at the principal consequences of climate change and its possible impact on conflict and security. It clarifies the impact of climate change on natural resources, on the frequency and expansion of natural disasters, and, as a consequence, the repercussions that can be foreseen on environmentally-induced migration…. More >>
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The Global Warming Debate: Science, Economics, and Policy
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Global warming is a topic fraught with controversy and strong viewpoints. Much of the public discussion on global warming has very little focus on the science and economics behind the proposed solutions. In November, 2007, American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) brought together speakers with a wide range of viewpoints and expertise. For example, they compared the merits of a carbon tax with a cap and trade approach. They also examined the inner-workings … More >>
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