China: Tackle the Challenge of Global Climate Change

ISBN-13: 9781138705944 / Angielski / Twarda / 2017 / 172 str.

Angang Hu; Qingyou Guan

Opis

This study puts forward two principles of global governance on climate change. Besides, it proposes a two-step strategy for China to tackle the issue of climate change. This book makes it clear that China should proactively engage in relevant international cooperation, actively participate in international climate negotiations, make clear commitments to reduce emissions, and assume the obligations of a responsible power to achieve sustainable and green development.

Spis treści

List of Figures.  List of Tables.  Preface.  Chapter 1 Introduction: Climate Change and Human Development Chapter 2 The International Context of Climate Change Negotiations and the Dawn of the Paris Climate Conference  Chapter 3 Global Governance of Climate Change: Reaching a Global Emission Reduction Agreement  Chapter 4 Climate Change and China: Threats and Challenges  Chapter 5 National Governance of Climate Change: A Roadmap for China’s Emission Reduction  Chapter 6 Addressing Climate Change and Achieving a Low-Carbon Economy: the Road Ahead for China  Chapter 7 Global Significance and Strategic Consensus  Postscript.  Bibliography.  Index