This course introduces participants to the ecological and physical characteristics of the Antarctic environment and Antarctic governance. It has a particular focus on current environmental policies in place to protect Antarctica and future policy and governance needs. The exceptional nature of the Antarctic climate and ecosystems will be explored, along with the current state and predictions based on further human-induced climate change. A suite of potential future implications of environmental change for Antarctic governance will also be examined.
Antarctica in a Changing Climate
University of Canterbury
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Explores the exceptional aspects of the Antarctic climate and its ecosystems, looking at the current and future impacts of environmental change, including climate change.
Instructor(s)
Daniela Liggett, Adrian McDonald, Andrea Herbert
University of Canterbury
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Free (audit)
Paid Certificate Available
Estimated 8 weeks
Self paced
Introductory