Climate Change & Global Warming Research Guide: Background Information
Useful search tips and links to a rich and diverse range of information sources relating to climate change at DePaul University Library.
Overviews, Explanations, Encyclopedia Entries
Use these resources to get a handle on the science and evidence associated with climate change, including the many social, economic, political, cultural, ethical and philosophical aspects (for a deeper understanding of this field, find books using the "Library Search" tool):
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Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Climate ScienceFind explanations, definitions, overviews and articles relating to all aspects of climate change and climate science in general.
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Climate Change Facts (NASA)Scientific evidence, causes, effects, and FAQs on climate change.
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Assessment Reports (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change)IPCC Assessment Reports provide a view of the current state of knowledge in climate change and its potential environmental and socio-economic impacts.
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Climate change. An Encyclopedia of Science, Society, and Solutions byFind explanations of global-warming science , potential remedies, including renewable energy resources.
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Handbook of Climate Change Mitigation and AdaptationFind overviews covering wide-ranging aspects of climate change mitigation and adaptation, including: Scientific Evidence of Climate Change and Societal Issues, Impacts of Climate Change, Energy Conservation, Alternative Energies, Advanced Combustion, Advanced Technologies, and Education and Outreach.
Get your research off to a good start!
Use the encyclopedias & other helpful reference sources linked from this page - they're great starting points for your research!
Still can't decide on a topic, & looking for inspiration? Try searching some of the great news sources listed on the 'News & Issues' menu in this guide.