Taking Action
In talking with those committed to climate change, it is clear that this is not a philosophical or scientific discussion. We must take action–early and often. There is a huge spectrum of things that can be done, ranging from small household decisions about energy consumption to political activism.
A sister site and organization is Elders Climate Action. They have published a useful handout of ways an individual can help contribute to fighting climate change. Here is a link to their handout, What can One Person Do?
Below are some of the key organizations on the front lines of addressing climate change/global warming. These links will lead you to information about what you can do to help.
- 350.org Resources and Getting Involved
- Citizens Climate Lobby. Hit the Take Action button.
- Elders Climate Action. Action Tool Kit.
- Environmental Defense Fund. Click the How You Can Help tab.
- Natural Resources Defense Council. Getting Involved
- Union of Concerned Scientists. Action Center
- Project Drawdown
Also, please join or donate to the above organizations.
Recommended books:
Paul Hawken, ed. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever to Reverse Global Warming. http://www.drawdown.org/ Use it as a reference book any time you want to know more about climate change and what you can do about it.
Michael Bloomberg and Carl Pope, Climate of Hope: How Cities, Businesses and Citizens Can Save the Planet. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MCZI66A/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
Bill McKibben, Eaarth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003FQM30Q/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
