Publisher's Synopsis
First published in 1987, the "Environmental Data Report" has now been established as one of the most authoritative data books on the global environment. Scientific information gathered from identified worldwide sources is updated biennially in new editions, and is complemented by substantial new data selected to provide a regional or national view, or to highlight new initiatives and emerging trends.;The "Environmental Data Report" comprises data tables supported by concise explanatory text which describes the sources and reliability of the data, and gives related background information useful for interpreting environmental trends.;Worldwide data are provided on: environmental quality, health, population, global climate, transport, energy, natural disasters, wastes and natural resources.