The UK prime minister has described his new government as a circuit breaker – but tipping points may be a better metaphor.
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Climate leadership does not require personal perfection. In fact, acknowledging contradiction can strengthen credibility.
Trump’s efforts haven’t sunk global efforts to fight climate change – instead, new leaders are stepping up and working together, even within the US.
The US has obstructed climate action for decades – largely due to damaging actions by the powerful fossil fuel industry. But Australia has a chance now to lead.
What makes a great climate leader and why are we not seeing more of them? I’ve been searching for good examples of climate leaders. This is the subject of our new documentary, Climate Changers.
Japan’s global influence has waned in recent years. Showing that renewables can decouple emissions from economic success could help the country find its niche and spark a race to power the Earth.
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Honorary Fellow, Australian Museum
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Lecturer, Environmental Psychology, University of Bath
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Researcher, Environmental Geography, University of Oxford
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Professor in Asia Pacific Studies, Director of the Asia Pacific Studies Institutes, University of Lancashire
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Research Impact Fellow, Green Futures Solutions and Global Systems Institute, University of Exeter
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Impact Fellow, Social Scientist, Climate Policy Design, University of Exeter
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Professor of the History of Science, Harvard University
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Professor of Environmental Studies, Political Science and International Relations, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences