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Climate change in the human environment: Indicators and impacts from the Fourth National Climate Assessment.

Authors :
Stevens, Laura E.
Maycock, Thomas K.
Stewart, Brooke C.
Source :
Journal of the Air & Waste Management Association (Taylor & Francis Ltd); October 2021, Vol. 71 Issue 10, p1210-1233, 24p
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

The Fourth National Climate Assessment (NCA4) is the most comprehensive report to date assessing climate change science, impacts, risks, and adaptation in the United States. The 1,500 page report covers a breadth of topics, ranging from foundational physical science to climate change response options. Here we present information on indicators and impacts of climate change in the human environment featured in NCA4 Volume II, focusing on: air quality, forest disturbance and wildfire, energy systems, and water resources. Observations, trends, and impacts of these aspects of our changing climate will be discussed, along with implications for the future. Implications: People of the United States are already being affected by our changing climate. Information on observed changes and impacts that affect human welfare and society, along with projections for the future, is highly valuable for informing decision-makers, including utility managers, emergency planners, and other stakeholders, about climate risk assessment, adaptation, and mitigation options. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10962247
Volume :
71
Issue :
10
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of the Air & Waste Management Association (Taylor & Francis Ltd)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
152850951
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/10962247.2021.1942321