Join leading carbon expert Mike Berners-Lee, author of "There Is No Planet B," and journalist Jenny Kleeman, as they dive into the pressing issues of climate change. They tackle how individual actions can spark larger movements, practical dietary choices for sustainability, and the importance of community-driven environmentalism. Mike explores hopeful strategies amid current crises, while Jenny highlights the impact of consumer behavior, fast fashion, and the role of religion in climate advocacy. A must-listen for anyone seeking actionable insights!
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The Anthropocene Era
Climate change is a symptom of a larger issue: humanity's growing power.
We must adapt to the Anthropocene, the era where humans significantly impact the planet.
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Accessibility of "There Is No Planet B"
Berners-Lee designed "There Is No Planet B" for diverse reading styles.
Readers can engage with the book's core message in various ways, from skimming to deep dives.
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A Shift in Climate Action
Scientific data on climate change has become more alarming.
However, there's growing awareness and action among individuals, governments, and businesses.
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In 'Sex Robots and Vegan Meat', Jenny Kleeman delves into the world of technological advancements in four core areas of human experience: birth, food, sex, and death. She explores innovations like lab-grown meat, sex robots, and artificial wombs, questioning their implications on humanity. The book offers a fascinating look at the visionaries driving these changes and the ethical dilemmas they pose.
English Pastoral
An Inheritance
James Rebanks
English Pastoral is a narrative that spans three generations of James Rebanks' family, detailing the transformation of rural landscapes and the decline of traditional farming practices. The book is divided into three sections: Nostalgia, Progress, and Utopia, reflecting Rebanks' journey from learning the old ways from his grandfather to navigating the industrial changes in farming and eventually adopting regenerative farming methods. It is a story of love, pride, and the struggle to restore the natural balance of the land, offering a hopeful vision for the future of farming and the environment.
The Burning Question
Duncan Clark
There Is No Planet B
Mike Berners-Lee
There Is No Planet B offers a comprehensive analysis of the interconnected environmental challenges facing humanity, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainable food systems. The book provides practical advice and insights into how individuals and societies can adapt to these challenges and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
How Bad Are Bananas?
Mike Berners-Lee
Climate change, feeding the world, biodiversity, plastics – the list of environmental concerns seems endless. But which of these is the most pressing and, given the global nature of the challenges we face, what can any of us do as individuals to make a difference? Do we all need to become vegan? Is local food best? How should we spend and invest our money? In January 2021 leading carbon expert Mike Berners-Lee, author of the bestselling book There Is No Planet B, came to Intelligence Squared to answer these and other questions. Having crunched the numbers, he argued that there is a course of action we can all follow which doesn’t require donning a hair shirt. And reflecting on the turbulent last 12 months, he tackled the thorny issues of protests, pandemics, wildfires and more.
The event was hosted by Jenny Kleeman,journalist and author of Sex Robots and Vegan Meat.
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