Electronic Bulletin, June 2008, No. 12

Electronic Bulletin
Public Affairs Section, U.S. Consulate General, Hong Kong
June 2008, No. 12

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Understanding and Responding to Climate Change
National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering' Institute of Medicine, National Research Council
The National Academies
2008 Edition
Released in June, 2008

The booklet is available online. (PDF file)*

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At a time when responding to climate change is one of the nation's most complex endeavors, the National Academies' expert, consensus reports provide helpful analysis and direction to policymakers and stakeholders. The reports are produced by committees of the nation's top scientists, engineers, and other experts who are convened to address the scientific and technical underpinnings of key issues in climate change.

Announcing the 2008 Edition of "Understanding and Responding to Climate Change." This booklet presents recommendations from the National Academies' many expert reports on climate change in an easy-to-read format. Now in its third edition, the booklet includes an expanded section on impacts and updated figures and graphics.

(Source: from The National Academies website)

Subject: Environment