The objective of this course is to
introduce intrinsic linkage between land use and climate change to amply equip the students with the knowledge of the land use change and climate change science, role of land use on mitigation,and adaptation to climate change impacts. Upon the completion of the course, the students will be able to
- Describe the trend and causes of land use change
- Explain the impacts of land use change on climate change and vice versa
- Analyze and determine the techniques to estimate emission from land
- Determine and formulate land use strategies for mitigation of and adaptation to climate change impacts
- Teacher: Professor Rajendra Shrestha