Document Type : Translation Book

Authors

• Houshang Khairy
• Mehdi Sarfi

School of Earth Sciences, Damghan University, Damghan, Iran

Abstract

This timely and critical book addresses the urgent and tangible reality of climate change, with a specific focus on Iran as a highly vulnerable nation. It moves beyond theoretical discourse to provide a stark assessment of the current crisis while offering a pragmatic guide to actionable solutions for both governments and individuals.
The book meticulously documents the severe impacts already unfolding in Iran, which include:

A significant rise in average temperatures.
A drastic decline in precipitation and groundwater reserves.
Increased frequency of extreme weather events, such as flash floods.
Environmental disasters exemplified by the tragic desiccation of Lake Urmia.
Heightened social tensions and threats to food and water security.

Positioning Iran within the global context, the book notes the paradox that developing nations, despite contributing less to the problem, face the most severe consequences. It critically examines internal policy failures—such as unsustainable water management, over-reliance on fossil fuels, and rapid urbanization—that exacerbate the country's climate vulnerability.
The core of the book is its emphasis on practical and low-cost solutions. It provides a dual-pronged approach, outlining strategies for national-level policy and governance, while also empowering individuals with a set of actionable steps they can integrate into their daily lives to reduce their carbon footprint.
Ultimately, this work serves as both a warning and a roadmap. It argues that combating climate change requires a collective effort, from international agreements and government action to individual behavioral shifts, and stresses that the window for meaningful action is rapidly closing.
 

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Main Subjects

• Earth Sciences

ISBN: 9786225209244