Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology

Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology

by Dennis Andrew

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ISBN 9781836597070
Publisher Chapman Press
Copyright Year 2025
Price £161.00

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The relationship between climate, society, and the environment is deeply interconnected, as changes in climate impact both natural ecosystems and human communities. Climate change, driven by global warming, leads to rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and shifts in natural patterns, affecting agriculture, water resources, and biodiversity. Human activities such as deforestation, industrialization, and excessive carbon emissions have accelerated these changes, creating challenges for sustainable development. Society plays a crucial role in both contributing to and addressing climate change. Urbanization, energy consumption, and pollution have led to environmental degradation, while efforts such as renewable energy adoption, afforestation, and sustainable practices aim to mitigate these effects. Governments, organizations, and individuals must collaborate to implement policies that reduce carbon footprints and promote environmental conservation. The environment, in turn, influences social and economic conditions. Natural disasters, resource scarcity, and changing climate patterns affect livelihoods, especially in vulnerable communities. Sustainable development, eco-friendly technologies, and climate-resilient infrastructure are essential to ensuring a balanced coexistence between society and the environment. By promoting environmental awareness and adopting sustainable lifestyles, societies can work towards a healthier planet, ensuring the well-being of both present and future generations. Climate, Society, and the Environment explores the interconnected relationship between climate change, human societies, and environmental sustainability, highlighting challenges and solutions for a balanced future. Contents: 1. Environmental Concerns Arising from Climate Change, 2. The Link between Ecology, Environment, and Human Society, 3. Sustainable Development and Environmental Challenges in Climate Change, 4. Beyond Weather: The Far-Reaching Effects of Climate Change, 5. The Greenhouse Effect and its Role in Climate Change, 6. The Impact of Climate Change on Food Security and Health, 7. Population Growth and Environmental Quality, 8. Managing Industrial Hazardous Wastes for Environmental Safety, 9. Environmental Migration: The Impact of Climate Change on Displacement.