The Global Deal: Climate Change and the Creation of a New Era of Progress and Prosperity

Review "[Stern's] assessment that distinct actions can be pursued by individuals, communities and business firms suggests that the greatest obstacle to collective change--a lack of political will--is not insurmountable...Erudite and effective."-- "Kirkus Reviews""Enlightening and thought-provoking. The golden-throated narrator, James Adams, speaks BBC English, perfect in pace, enunciation, and volume."-- "AudioFile"By December, when the world's leaders plan to gather in Copenhagen to sign a new global accord on global warming, we'll know whether or not our political systems are up to the unprecedented challenge that climate change represents...Nicholas Stern's new book provides the best scorecard we have for keeping track of this drama as it unfolds.-- "New York Review of Books"Written in sophisticated language, the lofty concepts are somewhat abstract, but the economics-minded will find them enlightening and thought-provoking.-- "Audiofile" Product Description When eminent economist Nicholas Stern was commissioned by the British government to direct the largest study ever of global warming, the results made headlines world wide. The Global Deal offers a concise, accessible view of the climate crisis and its possible solutions, as proposed by one of today's greatest economists. About the Author PROFESSOR LORD STERN (Nicholas Stern) was adviser to the United Kingdom government on the economics of climate change and development from 2005 to 2007. He was also chief economist and senior vice president of the World Bank. His research and publications have focused on the economics of climate change and the role of the state and economies in transition.