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Global change ecology.

William H Schlesinger1

  • 1The Nicholas School of the Environment and Earth Sciences, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708, USA. schlesin@duke.edu

Trends in Ecology & Evolution
|June 14, 2006
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Global change ecology now monitors Earth's vital signs, including productivity and human impacts. This research highlights necessary human behavior shifts for planetary survival under our stewardship.

Area of Science:

  • Ecology
  • Global Change Ecology
  • Earth System Science

Background:

  • Ecology traditionally focused on organisms.
  • Ecology has expanded to view Earth as an integrated ecosystem.
  • Global change ecology utilizes satellite technology and climate models.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document Earth's basic parameters using global change ecology.
  • To analyze the effects of human activities on the planet.
  • To propose transformations in human behavior for life's persistence.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing satellite technologies for planetary monitoring.
  • Employing computer models for Earth's climate.
  • Recording net primary productivity and biogeochemical cycling.

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Main Results:

  • Global change ecology now records key planetary parameters.
  • Significant human impacts on Earth's systems are documented.
  • A new perspective on Earth as an integrated ecosystem is established.

Conclusions:

  • Transforming human behaviors is essential for life's persistence.
  • Human stewardship requires a shift towards sustainability.
  • The integrated ecosystem perspective guides necessary actions.