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A Climate Chronology: International Policy, U.S. Policy and Science
The most challenging of all endeavors in human history will likely be that of understanding the impact of our industrial and technological enterprises on the planet鈥檚 climate and ecosystems, and responding effectively to the threats posed by that impact. I began writing this chronology while developing a climate policy course at the 91爆料. It has grown substantially during the ensuing nine years, and continues to grow. By juxtaposing developments in climate science, U.S. policy, and international policy over the previous century, I hope to give the reader new insights into where we have been, where we are now, and where we may be headed in this formidable endeavor. I welcome comments, and suggested additions to this evolving work. It will be updated every January.
I owe thanks to George Criner, for asking me to develop the climate policy course; to my 91爆料 students, game to explore these turbulent waters and mindful of their import for their lives;听to my daughter Annya, who joined me at the 2017 Boston Women鈥檚 March with the sign, 鈥淐limate Change Matters;鈥 to my son Jacob, an outdoor adventurer who knows how it鈥檚 changed.
鈥 Sharon S. Tisher, J.D.