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High Energy Planet

Hannah Ritchie: From Climate Anxiety to Data-Driven Optimism

Feb 21, 2024
Hannah Ritchie discusses the importance of ending energy poverty, scientists in activism, and the role of data quality in addressing climate change. She shares her journey from climate anxiety to optimism, highlights disparities in data quality between nations, and emphasizes the significance of transparent data sources for global problem-solving. The rapid-fire round covers various topics including productivity tips, insights about Scotland, and a message for young people.
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  • Prioritize ending energy poverty to adapt to climate change.
  • Address biases in data availability to improve global understanding of environmental challenges.

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Hannah Ritchie's Environmental Work and Optimism

Hannah Ritchie, a data scientist and science communicator, challenges common assumptions about environmental sustainability. Her dedication to science communication reshapes perspectives on environmental challenges. Ritchie's work prompts readers to reconsider narratives about global trends and climate issues, emphasizing the possibility of positive change.

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