ENVS 224 Study Guide - Final Guide: Ipcc Fourth Assessment Report
4 Dec 2018
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Good practice for the exam: explain three reasons why population growth and rising out of poverty can exacerbate climate change. Per capita greenhouse gas emissions is a measure of greenhouse gas emissions per person in each country. The world can meet greenhouse gas emissions targets by creating between 7 and 18 carbon wedges, depending on the rate of economic growth and global greenhouse gas emissions. A carbon wedge is a concrete action: define smart goals. Smart goals are goals that are specific, measurable, assignable, relevant, and time: the risks of climate change are highest for countries that emit the most carbon dioxide. False: both population growth and poverty are major drivers of climate change today. True: carbon cap and trade programs are already in place across the country on state and regional levels.
