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Democracy in a Hotter Time
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Democracy in a Hotter Time

Climate Change and Democratic Transformation

MIT Press, 2023 more...


Editorial Rating

8

Qualities

  • Comprehensive
  • Eye Opening
  • Hot Topic

Recommendation

Edited by Professor David W. Orr, this collection of essays from scholars and political leaders proposes a new political order to navigate the transition to a post-fossil fuel era. From citizen advocacy to urban design and education, the authors address the intertwined crises of democracy and climate change, advocating for the reform of democratic institutions to combat climate chaos. The essayists offer few easy or even practical solutions; given the daunting challenge of tackling climate change and revitalizing democracy, their remedies call for revolutionary change.

Take-Aways

  • Humanity stands at a critical juncture, facing the choice between catastrophic decline and a historic shift toward a better future.
  • An enormous challenge awaits — both in addressing climate change and saving democracy.
  • The climate situation demands immediate, transformative change, not only toward clean energy but also better behavior.

About the Author

Editor David W. Orr  holds the title of Paul Sears Distinguished Professor Emeritus at Oberlin College and serves as a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University.