Author: Garnaut, Ross
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2008
ISBN: 9780521744447
Call Number: 363.73874 GAR
Synopsis:
The “Garnaut Climate Change Review: Final Report” by Ross Garnaut is an in-depth examination of the impacts of climate change on Australia and the necessary responses to mitigate and adapt to these effects. Commissioned by the Australian government, the report evaluates the economic, environmental, and social consequences of climate change, providing a detailed cost-benefit analysis of various mitigation and adaptation strategies. It emphasizes the importance of early action, recommending policies such as carbon pricing, investment in renewable energy, and enhancing energy efficiency. The report also stresses the need for international cooperation and Australia’s active role in global climate efforts. Through comprehensive policy recommendations, the Garnaut Review aims to guide Australia’s approach to effectively addressing climate change, highlighting the urgency of coordinated and sustained action across all sectors.
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