Book description
Effects of global warming on the physical, chemical, ecological
structure and function and biodiversity of freshwater ecosystems are
not well understood and there are many opinions on how to adapt
aquatic environments to global warming in order to minimize the
negative effects of climate change. Climatic Change and Global
Warming of Inland Waters presents a synthesis of the latest research
on a whole range of inland water habitats - lakes, running water,
wetlands - and offers novel and timely suggestions for future
research, monitoring and adaptation strategies.
A global approach, offered in this book, encompasses systems from the
arctic to the Antarctic, including warm-water systems in the tropics
and subtropics and presents a unique and useful source for all those
looking for contemporary case studies and presentation of the latest
research findings and discussion of mitigation and adaptation
throughout the world.
Edited by three of the leading limnologists in the field this book
represents the latest developments with a focus not only on the impact
of climate change on freshwater ecosystems but also offers a framework
and suggestions for future management strategies and how these can be
implemented in the future.
Limnologists, Climate change biologists, fresh water ecologists,
palaeoclimatologists and students taking relevant courses within the
earth and environmental sciences will find this book invaluable. The
book will also be of interest to planners, catchment managers and
engineers looking for solutions to broader environmental problems but
who need to consider freshwater ecology.
