Introduction: Mediterranean Climate-Background Information
Planton, S. ; Lionello, P. ; Artale, V. ; Aznar, R. ; Carrillo, A. ; Colin, J. ; Congedi, L. ; Dubois, C. ; Elizalde, A. ; Gualdi, S. ; Hertig, E. ; Jacobeit, J. ; Jordà, G. ; Li, L. ; Mariotti, A. ; Piani, C. ; Ruti, P. ; Sanchez-Gomez, E. ; Sannino, G. ; Sevault, F. ; Somot, S. ; Tsimplis, M.
Here, we introduce the main topics in current Mediterranean climate research and give a general description of the Mediterranean climate. Our aim is to provide essential information and a comprehensive view. We also anticipate the data, research results, and key findings that are presented in much more detail in the book chapters, to which the reader is directed for extensive discussion. In this introduction the regional climate system is introduced considering different timescales, from paleoclimate to centennial climate projection, attempting a seamless approach to the description of the evolution from past to future climate, and including not just the atmospheric variables but also the oceanic and land components. This introduction includes a discussion of the main open issues in the Mediterranean climate research and also briefly presents socioeconomic problems and vulnerabilities that are specific to the Mediterranean region.
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