Overview of the effects of solar-terrestrial phenomena on man and his environment

Summary The effect of solar-terrestrial phenomena on our environment is a rapidly developing science. An overview of this subject is presented including known technological effects, possible effects on ozone depletion, and the much more elusive possibility that solar emissions may be linked to human health. Paper presented at the Special Session on the effects of solar-terrestrial phenomena on man and his environment of the XXIV International Cosmic-Ray Conference, Rome, August 28–September 8, 1995.