Hurricanes and Climate Change
Hurricanes and Climate Change by James B. Elsner, published by Springer US on October 29, 2010, is a softcover reprint of the hardcover first edition from 2009. This comprehensive volume spans 380 pages and is presented in English. The book examines recent studies indicating that tropical cyclones have become more powerful, particularly in the North Atlantic, and explores the correlation between these changes and rising ocean temperatures.
Readers will find a detailed discussion of the ongoing debate among scientists regarding the causes of increased hurricane intensity, with perspectives on both natural climate fluctuations and anthropogenic influences from greenhouse gases. The proceedings from a 2007 summit held in Crete are included, showcasing insights from leading academics and researchers on the hurricane-climate connection. This edition aims to contribute to the understanding of meteorology and climatology, offering a foundation for future research on environmental science and the implications for sustainable practices.
Official synopsis Publisher
Recent studies suggest that tropical cyclones are more powerful than in the past with the most dramatic increase in the North Atlantic. The increase is correlated with an increase in ocean temperature. A debate concerns the nature of these increases with some scientists attributing them to a natural climate fluctuation and others suggesting climate change related to anthropogenic increases in forcing from greenhouse gases.
A Summit on Hurricanes and Climate Change was held during the spring of 2007 on the island of Crete that brought together leading academics and researchers on both sides of the scientific debate to discuss new research and express opinions about what will happen in the future with regard to hurricane activity. This proceedings volume highlights the state-of-the-science research into various aspects of the hurricane-climate connection. It is likely that the science presented here will lead to new research that will help answer crucial questions about our sustainable future.
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Hurricanes and Climate Change” about?
Who is the author of “Hurricanes and Climate Change”?
When was “Hurricanes and Climate Change” published?
What is the ISBN for “Hurricanes and Climate Change”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
