Turn down the heat: why a 4°C warmer world must be avoided

"This report provides a snapshot of recent scientific literature and new analyses of likely impacts and risks that would be associated with a 4° Celsius warming within this century. It is a rigorous attempt to outline a range of risks, focusing on developing countries and especially the poor. A...

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Main Author: Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research
Institution:ETUI-European Trade Union Institute
Format: TEXT
Language:English
Published: Washington, DC 2012
World Bank
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Online Access:https://www.labourline.org/KENTIKA-19128793124919469759-Turn-down-the-heat-why-a-4°C-w.htm
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Summary:"This report provides a snapshot of recent scientific literature and new analyses of likely impacts and risks that would be associated with a 4° Celsius warming within this century. It is a rigorous attempt to outline a range of risks, focusing on developing countries and especially the poor. A 4°C world would be one of unprecedented heat waves, severe drought, and major floods in many regions, with serious impacts on ecosystems and associated services. But with action, a 4°C world can be avoided and we can likely hold warming below 2°C."
Physical Description:106 p.
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