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The Science of Regional and Global Change: Putting Knowledge to Work

Abstract

This report briefly describes the challenges and proposes some actions needed from the highest levels of the government to make environmental change research and the application of that research as effective as possible. It describes the steps that will be necessary for the new administration to enhance human health and prosperity in a world where growing populations and the drive to improve living standards place potentially huge demands on natural resources and the environment.

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The Science of Regional and Global Change: Putting Knowledge to Work
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For more information on this publication: Please contact Environment and Natural Resources
For Academic Citation: Committee on Global Change Research, National Research Council. “The Science of Regional and Global Change: Putting Knowledge to Work.” National Academy Press, .

The Author

William C. Clark

William C. Clark

  • Member of the Board, Belfer Center
  • Faculty Chair, Environment and Natural Resources Program
  • Harvey Brooks Professor of International Science, Public Policy, and Human Development
  • Area Chair, HKS International and Global Affairs
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