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Interested in learning the basics of climate change and energy sustainability but not sure where to begin? Below are key selected resources for citizens and local governments.
Climate Change 101: Understanding and Responding to Global Climate Change. Pew Center on Global Climate Change and the Pew Center on the States.
This overview report discusses scientific evidence for climate change and explains its causes and projected impacts. The report explores a number of technological options to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and describes how business and government leaders at all levels have recognized both the challenge and the vast opportunity climate change presents.
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Preparing for Climate Change: A Guidebook for Local, Regional, and State Governments. Center for Science in the Earth System (The Climate Impacts Group), Joint Institute for the Study of the Atmosphere and Ocean, University of Washington; King County, Washington; ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability
The purpose of this guidebook is to help decision-makers in a local, regional, or state government prepare for climate change based on familiar resources and tools.
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Climate Protection Manual for Cities. Natural Capitalism Solutions, in collaboration with ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability
This manual shows mayors how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in their unique communities. The manual is collaborative, collecting the disparate case studies, best practices, cost/benefit analyses, legislation, technical descriptions and contacts to facilitate climate action planning and implementation.
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Potential Impacts of Climate Change on U.S. Transportation: Transportation Research Board Special Report 290. National Research Council of the National Academies
This report explores the consequences of climate change for U.S. transportation infrastructure and operations. The report provides an overview of the scientific consensus on climate change with particular relevance to U.S. transportation. It offers recommendations for both research and actions that can be taken to prepare for climate change.
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Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Web Site U.S. Department of Energy
This Web site provides information on energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies including research, facts, programs and incentives. The mission of the EERE is to strengthen America's energy security, environmental quality, and economic vitality through public-private partnerships.
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Debate: Is Global Warming a Crisis? Intelligence Squared U.S.
Is the buildup of carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere leading to a crisis? That was the question at the core of a 2007 Oxford-style debate hosted by Intelligence Squared U.S. Three experts argue in favor of a motion; three others argue against it.
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