The realities of Ukraine in the current climate change

Authors: Shurda K.

Year: 2014

Issue: 18

Pages: 56-64

Abstract

The modern state and economic consequences of climate change are assessed. The economic aspects of the stabilization of greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a relatively safe level are investigated. Particular attention is given to the effects of climate change in Ukraine and analyzing the degree of exposure to these changes in different sectors of the economy.

Tags: climate change; greenhouse gas concentrations; the economic consequences

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