Global Warming Science 101

Harvard FAS

An introduction to the science of global warming/climate change meant to assist students in understanding issues that appear in the news and public debates. The course is meant for STEM students with basic math preparation, not assuming prior science courses. Topics include the greenhouse effect and consequences of the rise of greenhouse gases, including sea level rise, ocean acidification, heat waves, droughts, glacier melting, forest fires, expected changes to hurricanes, and more. An…