Joining a climate activist group is one of the most effective climate actions. Unlike voting for climate-focused parties, climate activist groups try to accelerate political action by putting pressure on leaders. Sometimes it can feel that climate activist groups want to "take something away" from people. The truth is, they follow the scientific consensus and try to find ways to avoid the worst effects of climate change (which will derail the global economy and life as we know it if we don't act). When you look closely, many of the sustainable alternatives needed for a sustainable and just world like great public transport everywhere, long-distance high-speed trains, heat pumps or even bike friendly cities will improve the life for everyone. Just and fair also means that these changes are made step by step and with low income households and rural areas in mind. They will most likely get more support. There are multiple activism groups to choose from. Some try to disrupt the status quo, some create momentum via political advocacy campaigns or referenda and others try to increase dialogue or try to advance climate solutions on a community level, many have a specific focus like mobility or climate action. ALL of the groups are useful and move the needle in important ways. Choose your pick:)
A Kid's Guide to Climate Change and Global Warming
A captivating guide for ages 9-14, explaining climate change with photos, illustrations, and charts, by former Scholastic editor Jack L. Roberts.
About A Kid's Guide to Climate Change and Global Warming
From former longtime Scholastic magazine editor Jack L. Roberts comes a captivating and engaging new book that will help young readers (ages 9-14) understand one of the most important (and often controversial) topics of our time--climate change. Jam-packed with full-color photos, illustrations, and charts and graphs, "A Kid's Guide to Climate Change and Global Warming" is guaranteed to provide every young reader with up-to-date answers to all their urgent questions about global warming--what it is, what causes it, and how young people everywhere can help fight it. A must-read for everyone interested in a topic that Swedish teen climate activist Greta Thunberg calls "...the easiest and the hardest issue we have ever faced. The easiest because we know what we must do.”
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Supporting local climate strikes is a low hanging fruit to start your climate activist journey. In 2019 Fridays for future strikes increased global awareness of climate change, pressured governments to act, empowered youth activism, influenced climate policies, and created a worldwide movement for climate action. Even though it feels like it has died down a bit, it is more important than ever, and the activism forms have evolved. It is also a great way to meet other climate-concerned individuals.
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