Reject climate pessimism

As scientists call for large-scale climate action, climate pessimism - the belief that it is too late to do anything about climate change - has risen alarmingly. Many who find it difficult to envision the solutions and social order needed to support more sustainable outcomes ignore it and do nothing, succumbing to a defeatist mentality. However, avoiding every fraction of a degree of warming means saving lives and livelihoods in the future. Rejecting Climate Pessimism draws on climate science, sociology, psychology and philosophy, and explains the reasons for choosing action based on effective hope. The book examines how to effectively reduce global warming through specific policy proposals. Despite the many obstacles to achieving some of the policies discussed in the book, they are still possible and worthwhile. By presenting a positive vision of the large-scale changes that can be used to limit global warming, the book encourages readers to advocate for the social and economic changes necessary to chart the best course for humanity and the planet.