Science Guide
Joint Science Academies' Statement
The science academies of the G8 + 5 countries issued a statement in June, 2008 urging leaders worldwide to take action on a pressing global challenge. To mitigate and adapt to climate change, nations must begin a transition to being "low-carbon societies," a shift that will require energy-saving changes in all sectors -- from housing to transportation to industry -- and the development of a range of clean energy sources.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is a scientific intergovernmental body that is part of the United Nations. A transparent structure that bases its assessment about climate change on published and peer reviewed scientific technical literature.
READ MOREIPCC FAQ
Here are some relevant questions and answers that cover the physical scientific basis prepared by the IPCC.
The MA Report is a state-of-the-art scientific appraisal of the condition and trends in the world’s ecosystems and the services they provide (such as clean water, food, forest products, flood control, and natural resources). It also discusses different options to restore, conserve or enhance the sustainable use of ecosystems.
READ MOREPlanetary Boundaries
Leading scientists and experts identify planetary boundaries, the complex interdependence between the earth´s natural systems and human activities, and how to avoid devastating climate change.
National Geographics
Videos about the Environment -
National Geographics has produced a number of educational videos with topics such as energy, environmental threats, global warming, going green, green guide, habitats, natural disasters, preserve our planet, state of the earth, threats to animals and more.
Financial Times – Climate Change
Climate change is arguably the most vital issue facing mankind today. Ban Ki-moon, United Nations secretary-general, has said tackling the threat of climate change is “the defining challenge of our age”. The FT has released a three part series that covers climate change.
IEA –The International Energy Agency
The IEA acts as energy policy advisor to 28 member countries in their effort to ensure reliable, affordable and clean energy for their citizens. Energy experts and statisticians conduct a broad program of energy research, data compilation, publications and public dissemination of the latest energy policy analysis and recommendations on good practices.
EIA -Energy Information Administration
The United States Energy Information Administration’s mission is to provide policy-independent data, forecasts, and analyses to promote sound policy making, efficient markets, and public understanding regarding energy and its interaction with the economy and the environment.
What's the guide about
For decades we have observed a negative impact on both the environment and the climate but we have lacked the scientific knowledge to analyze and to understand the human responsibility. The early environmental movements of the 60 & 70’s were very much based on emotions while today we have enough scientific evidence to support our growing concerns.
Science has increased our understanding of how humans affect the environment and the climate in an increasing number of scientific fields. Today there is an unequivocal consensus among the most respected international scientific bodies that humans have a negative impact on both the environment and on the climate. Evidence and scientific understanding is now sufficiently clear to justify urgent action.
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