Emissions scenarios

How will the worldÕs climate change in the coming century? The answer to this question depends on how human societies develop in terms of demographics and economic development, technological change, energy supply and demand, and land use change. This IPCC Special Report provides the basis for future assessments of climate change and possible response strategies. This volume is the most comprehensive and state-of-the-art assessment available of greenhouse gas emissions scenarios, and provides invaluable information for industry, policy-makers, environmental organizations, and researchers in global change, technology, engineering and economics.

Preface, Summary for policymakers, Technical summary, 1. Background and overview, 2. An overview of the scenario literature, 3. Scenario driving forces, 4. An overview of scenarios, 5. Emissions scenarios, 6. Summary discussions and recommendations, Appendixes.