Climate change represents one of the most significant challenges facing humanity in the 21st century. It is a global phenomenon with local implications, affecting weather patterns, ecosystems, human health, and economies. As the scientific consensus around climate change strengthens, the urgency to both reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the inevitable changes becomes more apparent.

This book explores two complementary strategies in the fight against climate change: mitigation—efforts to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases, and adaptation—initiatives aimed at adjusting to actual or expected climate impacts.