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Climate Change: Global Perspectives
Global warming is the result of greenhouse gas (GHG) buildup in the atmosphere from natural and anthropogenic sources. Global temperatures are expected to rise 2.0-4.5° C following the doubling of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. It is likely that heat extremes, heat waves, and heavy precipitation events will become more frequent as a result (IPCC, 2007).
IPCC Fourth Assessment Report
- IPCC Fourth Assessment Report: Synthesis Report (2007)
- IPCC Fourth Assessment Report: Working Group I "Physical Science Basis" (2007)
- IPCC Fourth Assessment Report: Working Group II "Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability" (2007)
- IPCC Fourth Assessment Report: Working Group III "Mitigation of Climate Change" (2007)
- Impacts of a Warming Arctic, Arctic Climate Impact Assessment (2004)
Implications for Canada and the North
Shifts to precipitation and temperature are expected to be greater at more northerly latitudes. Predicted temperature increases for northern Canada (Yukon, Nunavut and Northwest Territories) may range from 3.5-12.5° C by 2100. Precipitation may increase 15-30%, with the greatest changes occurring in winter and fall (Furgal and Prowse, 2008).
- From Impacts to Adaptation: Canada in a Changing Climate 2007 – Chapter 3: Northern Canada, Natural Resources Canada (2008)
- From Impacts to Adaptation: Canada in a Changing Climate 2007 (complete report), Natural Resources Canada (2008)
- Impacts of a Warming Arctic, Arctic Climate Impact Assessment (2004)