This course will examine some of the commonly stated views on climate change and how man's activities affect the planet. Reports in the mass media come from a variety of sources, including activist organisations. How accurate are these reports? Are we receiving a balance of views, including from others who take a contrary position when analysing the data? Some of the data and conclusions reached will be presented and discussed. Political attempts to limit emissions, generated by the burning of fossil fuels, include policies with far-