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Extinction Rebellion isn’t trying to win support or inspire people – it’s trying to force action.
Economic growth and climate change are related. It is time to question the economics and foster discussions about the hard decisions we must make.
The world has witnessed millions of youth demonstrating across the globe about the need for climate action.
A team of researchers tried to gauge public perceptions of climate activists and faith in humanity’s ability to work together on issues like climate change.
I have studied radical environmental groups for years – they will be key to keeping government honest.
It’s natural to feel powerless against climate breakdown. But transforming pain into action can be infectious, and might just tip the balance towards a healthy climate.
I helped write the IPCC 1.5°C report the number apparently comes from. But the truth is better – and worse – than that.
Banksy’s ‘boy in falling snow/pollution’ is part of a worldwide movement of artistic activism against environmental problems and climate change.
From eating less meat to foregoing flying, individual obligations make up our understanding of how to fight climate change, letting polluters off the hook and stifling real change.
The ‘thin green line’ of resistance against any new infrastructure for shipping oil, gas and coal abroad has won many battles. But it faces a new source of pressure: the Trump administration.
The movement to kickstart a radical transformation of our society has begun. For the sake of our children – and their children – it must succeed.
Anti-fossil fuel activism is gaining ground where previous climate campaigns have failed, largely because it resonates better with people.
The Trump administration is trying to spike a lawsuit against the US government arguing that there’s a constitutional right to a stable climate.
This weekend sees a major youth climate rally in Washington DC. But do young people really hold the key to overcoming climate inaction, or are we wrong to put our faith in their ability to drive change?
The oil giant is bowing to pressure exerted by shareholders and the authorities as it tries to catch up with its competitors.
Al Gore’s trip to Australia this week is the latest in a long line of visits - and not just because he has movies to promote.
More than 200 mayors have committed their cities to stick with the Paris climate deal no matter what the US does. Electric vehicles offer a promising route to making good on that pledge.
Messaging for the April 29 People’s Climate March is stressing collective resistance against President Trump. This theme may appeal to activists, but is unlikely to grow the movement.
The Greens have successfully cast themselves as the party of climate science. But to hit their climate goals they may need to become even more radical, by embracing technologies like nuclear power.
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Visiting Fellow, SPRU, University of Sussex Business School, University of Sussex
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Professor of Sociology, University of British Columbia
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Associate Professor and Host of ChangeMakers Podcast, University of Sydney
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Professor of International Relations, The University of Queensland
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