Recently, large parts of the world faced record high temperatures-another item on a long list of warning signs about the climate. This book is for the reader interested in having a better understanding of the nature and causes of climate change and the measures being undertaken.

Global Climate Change suggests success is unlikely and to prevent catastrophe, more radical and uncomfortable actions will be needed. Many groups in society (e.g. governments, economies, businesses, public services) will need to undertake such actions to mitigate climate change and deal with its consequences. This book provides guidance about what these actions will involve.

Professor Malcolm Prowle originally trained as a scientist but switched to a career in economics and finance. He gained extensive experience in public and private sectors and has advised government ministers, ambassadors and senior public servants on many public policy issues. He has been an adviser to two House of Commons Select Committees and three shadow government ministers. Also, a consultant to several UN organizations. His experience in the fields of science, economics and public policy make him ideally placed to write this book.