| Understanding the Changing Planet: Strategic Directions for the Geographical Sciences Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), Division on Earth and Life Studies (Author), Board on Earth Sciences and Resources (Author) |
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ISBN: 0309150752 ISBN-13: 9780309150750 Publisher: National Academies Press OUR PRICE: $57.00 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Earth Sciences - Geography - Science | Earth Sciences - Geology |
| Dewey: 910.02 |
| LCCN: 2010926480 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 8.4" W x 10.9" (1.45 lbs) 155 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From the oceans to continental heartlands, human activities have altered the physical characteristics of Earth's surface. With Earth's population projected to peak at 8 to 12 billion people by 2050 and the additional stress of climate change, it is more important than ever to understand how and where these changes are happening. Innovation in the geographical sciences has the potential to advance knowledge of place-based environmental change, sustainability, and the impacts of a rapidly changing economy and society. Understanding the Changing Planet outlines eleven strategic directions to focus research and leverage new technologies to harness the potential that the geographical sciences offer. |