India is both a major greenhouse gas emitter and one of the most vulnerable countries in the world to projected climate change. The country is already experiencing changes in climate and the impacts of climate change, including water stress, heat waves and drought, severe storms and flooding, and associated negative consequences on health and livelihoods. This book identifies and summarises the latest research related to the impact of climate change on India. This book discusses the impact of sea level rise, water availability, agricultural shifts, ecological disruptions and species extinctions, infrastructure at risk from extreme weather events and disease patterns.

Book Information
ISBN 9781611228441
Author Denise M. Gallagher
Format Hardback
Page Count 102
Imprint Nova Science Publishers Inc
Publisher Nova Science Publishers Inc
Weight(grams) 322g