1. Basics and discovery of atmospheric chemicals; 2. The sun, the Earth, and the evolution of the Earth's atmosphere; 3. Structure and composition of the present-day atmosphere; 4. Urban air pollution; 5. Aerosol particles in the polluted and global atmosphere; 6. Effects of meteorology on air pollution; 7. Effects of pollution on visibility, UV radiation, and colors in the sky; 8. International regulation of urban smog since the 1940s; 9. Indoor air pollution; 10. Acid deposition; 11. Global stratospheric ozone reduction; 12. The greenhouse effect and global warming; 13. Energy solutions to air pollution and global warming.
A new edition of this full-color introductory textbook, for students taking a course on air pollution or global warming, whatever their background.
Mark Z. Jacobson is Director of the Atmosphere/Energy Program and Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford University. He is also a Senior Fellow of the Woods Institute for the Environment and of the Precourt Institute for Energy. He has been on the faculty at Stanford since 1994. His research involves the development and application of numerical models to understand the effects of energy systems, vehicles and other emission sources on climate and air pollution and the analysis of renewable energy resources. He received the 2005 American Meteorological Society Henry G. Houghton Award, based in part on his discovery that black carbon may be the second-leading cause of global warming after carbon dioxide. He co-authored a 2009 cover article in Scientific American (with Dr Mark DeLucchi) on how to power the world with renewable energy. In 2010 he was appointed to the Energy Efficiency and Renewables Advisory Committee by the US Secretary of Energy. He has taught courses on Atmospheric Pollution and Climate; Weather and Storms; Air Pollution Modeling; and Numerical Weather Prediction. He has published over 110 peer-reviewed journal articles and another textbook: Fundamentals of Atmospheric Modeling (Second Edition, 2005; Cambridge University Press).
'An excellent textbook to introduce students with a basic
scientific background to some of the most imminent issues of our
time - air pollution and global warming … This new edition improves
upon its popular predecessor.' Daniel A. Knopf, State University of
New York, Stony Brook
'… the second edition has been thoughtfully updated to reflect the
latest trends and research in the fields of air pollution and
climate change.' Derek J. Straub, Susquehanna University
'… a unique integrated introduction to atmospheric science, the
science and adverse impacts of air pollution and climate change,
and the regulations that address them.' Denise L. Mauzerall,
Princeton University
'… an excellent overview of many facets of air pollution and global
warming science. It's an excellent reference for students and
professionals.' Jonathan D. W. Kahl, University of Wisconsin,
Milwaukee
'This engaging and comprehensive book is effectively designed to
introduce students to the chemistry and physics of Earth's
atmosphere, and to pressing environmental change topics such as
urban air pollution. Air Pollution and Global Warming is
exceptionally well-written and presented. This is an ideal text to
introduce students to the chemistry and physics of Earth's
atmosphere. This accessible textbook provides a practical
understanding of chemistry and physics applied to atmospheric
science topics, and to the nature, causes and consequences of human
modification of the atmosphere.' Sara Pryor, Provosts Professor of
Atmospheric Science, Indiana University
Praise for the first edition: '… one of the standard texts in this
field, especially for environmental science courses at
undergraduate and postgraduate level, as well as a general
reference and sourcebook for anybody interested in the history of
airborne pollutants and their study, pollution meteorologists and
atmospheric chemists.' Weather
Praise for the first edition: '… highly valued in environmental
science curricula for its integrated approach to the scientific
dimensions of all aspects of the atmospheric environment …'
Chemical Heritage
Praise for the first edition: '… well suited for individuals or
courses with an interest in the history of air pollution science
and regulation.' EOS, Transactions, American Geophysical Union
Praise for the first edition: '… a well-rounded introduction to
problems of the atmosphere and offers rich material for students
contemplating their solutions …' Physics Today
'… [this] rigorous book brings a refreshing, optimistic perspective
which contrasts with so many of the already available publications
in this field. Its grounds are clearly rooted in science, data,
statistics, existing reports and new initiatives … delivers all the
promises announced in its title; it remains an important and
exceptional book in this vast array of scientific documentation
related to environmental science.' Yves Laberge, Electronic Green
Journal
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