There is growing interest in analysing the role and effectiveness of the local scale in responding to the global challenge of climate change. However, while acc

This open access book brings together a collection of cutting-edge insights into how action can and is already being taken against climate change at multiple le

Climate change is a global problem, but the problem begins locally. Cities consume 75% of the world's energy and emit 80% of the world's greenhouse gases. Chang

Global warming is changing the world as we know it. Climate change can have catastrophic impacts in numerous cities across the world. It is time for us to react

This book shows how city and metropolitan regional governments working in tandem with national governments can change the way we think about responding to clima