CLIMATE CHANGE OPTIMISM
Some of our nation’s top climate scientists are having strange feelings of optimism. Sure, we have an existential crisis, but the role of scientists is changing. They are not just warning of danger anymore. “We’re showing the way to safety. We have a better story to tell.”

People are listening. They are hearing that responding to climate change will not only create a better world for our children and grandchildren, but it will also make the world better for us right now. Eliminating the sources of greenhouse gas emissions make our air and water cleaner, our economy stronger and our quality-of-life better — RIGHT NOW. Scientists are encouraged because business and governments at all levels are taking action. Some politicians now actually campaign on climate change, instead of ignoring or lying about it. Congress passed federal climate legislation! People are realizing that “business as usual” will not do. They know that some personal sacrifice is required.

We have a long way to go. It is urgent. But we are on the move!
Do what you can.

Don Duquette
Environmental Action Group