Understanding Global Issues

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The Warming Arctic: Threat or opportunity?

It has been recognised since the 19th century that the Arctic region is particularly sensitive to changes in its climate, and that what happens there directly affects the rest of the planet. In the past five years it has become clear that the region is warming faster than anywhere else on Earth. The race is now on to understand the many complex interactions and feedback mechanisms involved, and how what now looks like an unstoppable process will impact the wider world.

Published: March 2009 ISBN: 0852335229

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