Changing Cold Environments

Changing Cold Environments: A Canadian Perspective is a comprehensive overview of the changing nature of the physical attributes of Canada's cold environments and the implications of these changes for cold environments globally. The book places particular emphasis on the broader environmental science and sustainability issues that are of increasing concern to all cold regions if present global climate trends continue. Clearly structured throughout, the book focuses on those elements of Canada's cold environments that will be most affected by global climate change - the tundra, sub-arctic and boreal forest regions of northern Canada, and the high mid-latitude mountains of western Canada. The book considers the implications for similar environments around the world. Edited by internationally respected experts in the field with contributions from key researchers with expertise in cold region research (high latitude and altitude) Comprehensive coverage of the effects of global climate change on Canada's cold environments Clearly structured throughout with numerous photos, diagrams and tables to enhance understanding Clear focus on the global implications of climate change throughout with Canada's cold environments used as a template for all other major cold environments of the world Includes chapters on the human impact on cold environments along with environmental hazards and the role of the cryosphere within the global system Directed to upper level undergraduate students in Environmental Sciences