Dr. Leah Stokes, 2024 Schneider Award winner and climate science communicator, engages in a riveting discussion with Greg Dalton, founder of Climate One. They tackle the evolution of climate advocacy, stressing systemic change over personal guilt. Stokes also reflects on the implications of recent elections for climate policy and emphasizes the power of local initiatives. Additionally, Rebecca Solnit shares her insights on harnessing community joy and resilience in the face of climate challenges, advocating for collaboration over individualism.
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Early Climate Action
Leah Stokes recalls watching An Inconvenient Truth and its call to action.
She highlights the early climate movement's focus on individual reduction.
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Beyond Individual Action
Individual actions are insufficient; systemic change is necessary.
Join campaigns and advocate for policy changes for clean energy and electrification.
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IRA's Unexpected Strength
Initial disappointments with the Inflation Reduction Act may be beneficial.
Inclusions initially disliked by climate activists might protect the act from repeal.
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Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis
Katharine Wilkinson
Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
Edited by Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Dr. Katharine K. Wilkinson, 'All We Can Save' is an anthology that highlights the diverse voices of women in the environmental movement. The book is divided into eight sections: Root, Advocate, Reframe, Reshape, Persist, Feel, Nourish, and Rise. It features contributions from scientists, journalists, farmers, lawyers, teachers, activists, and innovators, all of whom are working to address the climate crisis. The collection emphasizes the importance of a feminine and feminist approach to climate leadership, stressing the need for compassion, connection, creativity, and collaboration. It serves as both a balm and a guide, providing hope and practical solutions for navigating the climate emergency[1][3][5].
Homage to Catalonia
George Orwell
In 'Homage to Catalonia', George Orwell provides a firsthand and candid account of his experiences during the Spanish Civil War. The book details his decision to enlist in the worker's militia of the POUM (Partido Obrero de Unificación Marxista), his training in Barcelona, and his time on the front lines in Aragón. Orwell vividly describes the camaraderie, hardships, and political complexities of the war, including the betrayal of the anarchist and socialist factions by the Communist Party. The book also includes his personal account of being wounded and his subsequent hospitalization, as well as his observations on the political deceit and media manipulation that characterized the conflict. Orwell's narrative is marked by his commitment to honesty, his critique of political factions, and his admiration for the resilience and courage of the Spanish people[2][4][5].
Hope in the Dark
Laura Henry
Unfortunately, detailed descriptions of the book's content by Laura Henry are not provided in the available sources. It is distinct from the more well-known book 'Hope in the Dark' by Rebecca Solnit.
In this episode of A Matter of Degrees, we partner with Climate One to share an inspiring conversation between Dr. Leah Stokes and Greg Dalton, the founder and co-host of Climate One, when Leah received the 2024 Stephen H. Schneider Award for Outstanding Climate Science Communication in December.
And as a double feature, this episode also includes a conversation between writer, historian, and activist Rebecca Solnit and Climate One co-host Ariana Brocious from 2023.
This episode was also released on the Climate One podcast.
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