Climate Crisis and Sustainable Solutions

This contributed volume dives into the critical intersection of climate adaptation, vulnerability to hazards, and the imperative of decarbonization in fortifying global food and nutritional security. This comprehensive exploration aims to shed light on the challenges our food systems face in the wake of climate change, and the strategies required to ensure resilience and sustainability.

In the face of escalating climate challenges, securing sustenance demands a comprehensive approach. Climate adaptation becomes paramount, as agricultural systems struggle with increased vulnerabilities to various hazards. From extreme weather events to shifting precipitation patterns, the agricultural landscape is under constant threat. The decarbonization imperative emerges as a critical strategy, addressing the dual goals of mitigating climate change and enhancing food and nutritional resilience. By reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to sustainable practices, we not only contribute to global climate goals but also fortify food systems against environmental shocks. This integrated approach acknowledges the intricate connections between climate, agriculture, and nutrition, emphasizing the urgency of concerted efforts to ensure a resilient and sustainable future for food production and consumption. This book includes in-depth case studies from different regions, showcasing the diverse impacts of climate change on food systems.

This book will integrate insights from multiple disciplines such as environmental science, agriculture, policy studies, and community engagement, providing a more holistic understanding of the issues at hand. It will serve as a valuable resource for students, researchers and practitioners seeking in-depth knowledge on these interconnected topics.

Highlights an interdisciplinary approach, bridging the gap between climate science, agriculture, and policy Includes diverse case studies and global perspectives ensuring relevance across locations Offers practical and actionable insights, making it a valuable resource for both researchers and practitioners

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Dr. Narpinder Singh is a highly accomplished academician with over 36 years of experience in teaching, research, industry mentoring, and administration. He is currently the Vice Chancellor at Graphic Era (Deemed to be University) in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. He has effectively shared his research expertise with the scientific community, as evidenced by his total 315 research papers in journals of international repute (Food Chemistry, Cereal Chemistry, Journal of Food Science, Food Hydrocolloids, Food Research International, Starch/Starke, Carbohydrate Polymers, LWT - Food Science and Technology, International Journal of Food Science and Technology, Journal of Physical Chemistry C, and ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering). He has also contributed 20 book chapters, 35 review papers, 3 Editorials. His co-authored book entitled "Pulse Chemistry and Technology: published in 2012 by "The Royal Society of Chemistry is subscribed as textbook in many Universities. He has h-index of 91 (Google Scholar) and citations of more than 30000. Dr. Singh is fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry; Cereals and Grains Association (formerly American Association of Cereal Chemists, AACC); Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (I); National Academy of Sciences, India; the Indian National Science Academy; The National Academy of Agricultural Sciences. He is presently holding J. C. Bose National Fellowship of Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India for outstanding research performance. He served as Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Food Science and Technology (Springer) February 2016 - May 2019. He served as Guest Editor of Special Issue on "Proteins isolates and hydrolysates: structure-function relation, production, bio activities and applications for traditional and modern high nutritional value-added food products" of International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 2021 and Associate Editor of Frontier in Nutrition Section Food Chemistry since 2021. He is recognized as Highly Cited researcher for his exceptional research performance demonstrated by production of multiple highly cited papers that rank in top 1% for the field and year in Agricultural Sciences by Clarivate-2021, 2022 and 2023. He is Guest Editor of Special issue: Metabolomics applications in food science, technology and nutrition, of International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 2024.

Dr. S. Ananda Babu has a PhD from Osmania University (OU), India. He is a societal awareness specialist and scholar, an author and editor of numerous books including several on Disaster Risk Reduction, Community Resilience and Responses. In addition, Dr. S Ananda Babu is the Founder President of the Disaster Management Initiatives and Convergence Society (DMICS) and the Convener of the World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM) established in 2005. In the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, to enhance understanding and awareness among people about the risk of various types and dimensions of disasters and the measures to be taken for reducing the risks, for better preparedness, response, and recovery, the DMICS and the WCDM have taken on the task of creating awareness through multi-disciplinary research, publications, and multi-stake holder consultations. The World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM) is a unique initiative of DMICS bring researchers, policy makers and practitioners from around the world to a common platform to discuss various challenging issues of disaster risk management. Under Dr. Ananda Babu's leadership, the first WCDM took place in 2008 in the Hitech city of Hyderabad and was inaugurated by Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam, former President of India, with Dr. Y S Rajasekhara Reddy the then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh presiding over the inaugural function. Delegates representing various international, regional, national, state, and local governments, UN b

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1. Climate Change and Adaptation:
   .- Chapter 1_Assessing the Global Impacts of Climate Change on Food and Nutritional Security: Essential Strategies for Mitigation.
   .- Chapter 2_Decadal Changes in Glacier of Alaknanda Basin Uttarakhand Under Warming Climate.
   .- Chapter 3_Climate Chaos: Navigating the Dual Challenge Faced by Migrant Workers in Bengaluru, India.
   .- Chapter 4_Effects of Algal Biodiesel- Petro-Diesel Blends in Emission from IC Engine
   .- Chapter 5_Impact of drought stress in different grains & approach to alleviate its effect.

2. Disaster Management and Preparedness:
   .- Chapter 6_The Interplay of Fossil Fuels and Natural Disasters.
   .- Chapter 7_Fire Hotspot and Aerosol Climatology Observation over South Asia Using Satellite Data.
   .- Chapter 8_Mapping and Monitoring of Asan Watershed using Geospatial Technology.
   .- Chapter 9_Drought Vulnerability Assessment of Farming Communities in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka: A Community Capital Framework Analysis.
   .- Chapter 10_Quantifying Glacier Retreat and Elevated Lake Growth Using Remote Sensing for Disaster Management in Western Himalaya.
   .- Chapter 11_Exploring the Role of Physiotherapists' in Disaster Management.

3. Environmental Pollution and Air and Water Quality:
   .- Chapter 12_Identification of Upwind Source Regions Responsible for Pollution Episodes over New Delhi during Pre and Post Monsoon Season.
   .- Chapter 13_Air quality dynamic in North India.
   .- Chapter 14_Factor Militating Against Solid Waste Management in Africa.
   .- Chapter 15_Assessment of Ozone Pollution in the Foothills of Central Himalayan Valley.

4. Sustainable Development Goals and Policies, Ecological Impact and Conservation, Water Resources and Agriculture:
   .- Chapter 16_Perceptions of Cli…