Title: Beyond the Forecast
Subtitle: The Science, Impact, and Opportunity of Our Climate Crisis
Subject Classification:  Climate Change, Sustainability, Community  
BIC Classification: JFS, RB, RNU
BISAC Classification: SCI092000, BUS072000, SOC042000
Binding: Hardback, eBook
Publication date: 01 Nov 2024
ISBN (Hardback): 978-1-80441-629-7
ISBN (eBook): 978-1-80441-630-3

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Description

'Beyond the Forecast' explores climate change and sustainability in a way that aims to bridge the gap between academic research and public discourse. This insightful new book delves into the scientific underpinnings of climate change, offering a detailed examination of its causes, impacts, and the urgent need for comprehensive solutions. It navigates through the complexities of climate science, presenting research and solutions that underscore the potential for transformative action across global and local scales.

A particular feature is the focus on community initiatives and individual action in driving sustainable change. This means that the author is able to present engaging, and actionable, initiatives.

This book’s aim is to both educate and empower, offering a compelling call to action for all who wish to contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.

Biography

Author(s):  Alisha Chandran is an Environmental Engineer with over a decade of experience in climate science and sustainability research. With advanced degrees from UCLA , Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science, and the Masdar Institute, Department of Water and Environmental Engineering, her work focuses on innovative solutions to climate change, contributing significantly to both academic circles and environmental policy.

Reviews

"When I first opened Beyond The Forecast, I was curious to see how a topic as vast and urgent as climate change would be tackled. Climate science can often feel intimidating or inaccessible to those outside the field, but Alisha Chandran has achieved something remarkable here - she makes the science approachable, even for those with little prior knowledge, without loosing its depth or significance. Her writing is clear, engaging and thoughtful. She takes concepts that could easily alienate readers - like climate modelling or the carbon cycle - and explains them in a way that feels relatable and relevant.
What impressed me most, however, is the balance she strikes. The climate crisis is a daunting subject, but this book doesn’t leave you paralysed by its enormity. Chandran acknowledges the gravity of the situation but pairs it with optimism that feels both genuine and grounded. Her focus on solutions - practical, actionable steps - is what makes this book stand out. It is not just about what is wrong; it is about what can be done, and here she makes a strong case for why every individual’s actions matter. As someone who has spent decades in academia and leadership, I know the importance of bridging science and society. Beyond The Forecast does it exceptionally well. It is a book that educates without learning, inspires without overselling and leaves the reader with knowledge and hope. Beyond The Forecast is a timely gift, an essential read."
- Dr. Vijay Khole, Former Vice Chancellor of the University of Mumbai, and Amity University, Mumbai, India

"This book is insightful, comprehensive and explores the finer nuances of climate change. Climate Science is complex. However, the book makes it easy to understand for both the initiated and the uninitiated. I recommend it to everyone who wants to understand climate, the reasons for its change and the crisis that can be, if not addressed appropriately. It is a book that can be useful for even those who could contribute to solutions that mitigate climate crisis."
- Dr S S Mantha, Former Chairman AICTE, Chancellor, RBU, Nagpur, Adj Prof. NIAS, Bangalore, Emeritus Prof. VJTI (AI and Robotics)

"In Beyond the Forecast: The Science, Impact, and Opportunity of Our Climate Crisis, environmental engineer Alisha Chandran provides an interesting perspective on the myriad ways in which the phenomenon that we now call climate change affects our lives, influences our ability to adapt, particularly when one cannot, in her words, alter the thermostat, and points to the ways in which what she calls the circular economy revolution might help humans craft comprehensive solutions to the underlying problem. A significant amount of attention is placed on how individuals can tackle the climate change problem. The author is to be commended for emphasizing the salience of both grassroots solutions and the role that universities can play in addressing what is an existential threat to humankind. I recommend this book to all readers who would like to learn more about the multifaceted problem that is climate change."
- Professor Amitrajeet A. Batabyal, Distinguished Professor, Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics, and Head of the Sustainability Department in the Rochester Institute of Technology.