Week_13 Discussions
Read the executive summary, Figure 1.2, and section of 1.5 °C pathways from the provided (link under resource section) IPCC special report: chapter 1: Global Warming of 1.5 °C.
I. Discuss various aspects of the report with following points in focus. (write your discussion in structured paragraphs with your thoughts sandwiched between these focal points, NOT in a way of writing to-the-point answer for these guided points) – 15 points (Due Friday, the 22nd at 11:59 pm)
Human-induced warming in 2017 above pre-industrial level.
Definition of global warming
Emission reduction goals to keep the global warming below 1.5 °C
Climate adaptation measures – implementation and challenges
Evolution of global mean surface temperature: total vs human induced
Various pathways of 1.5°C, related impacts, and emission scenarios for those pathways.
Now, think locally and point out consequences your community may have to deal if these 1.5°C are exceeded. What may be some measures best adapted locally?
After writing and refining your initial responses for above key points, hit "Add New Topic" on this forum, put Climate Change_Your Name in the subject line and copy-paste your responses from the word document into the main body of the post.
II. Read your colleague’s post and provide substantive feedback to at-least one post. (2 points due by Saturday, the 23rd)