52 pp., May 1988. Available in North America from Renouf Pub. Algoma Rd., Ottawa, Ont. Reviews recent developments relating to greenhouse gas warming including emission trends, the limitations and results of models of possible changes, and empirical studies. Concludes that future emissions of gases are a great source of uncertainty, but models and observations suggest a noticeable warming will appear in one or two decades.
Improved understanding is necessary for policy decisions.
Discusses precautionary measures for abatement and control of CO 2 emissions, such as energy use efficiency and energy source substitution, and recycling, removal, utilization and disposal of CO 2 . Inc. For more information on Global Change contact the Editorial Office.