Clearing the Air: A Hopeful Guide to Solving Climate Change by Hannah Ritchie - Non Fiction - Hardback

Titles in This Set:. Clearing the Air: A Hopeful Guide to Solving Climate Change ― in 50 Questions and Answers Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Hardcover. ISBN: 9781784745745 Overview:. Hannah Ritchie offers a hopeful, data-driven guide to climate change in Clearing the Air: A Hopeful Guide to Solving Climate Change — in 50 Questions and Answers. For readers overwhelmed by headlines, this accessible hardback breaks the big issues into fifty precise questions, from whether it's too late to our mineral supply concerns. Ritchie uses clear data and real-world examples to reveal not only challenges but practical, solvable steps we can take today, offering a hopeful path for individuals and communities that readers can apply at home, in schools, and beyond. About the Books:. This is a single-book, non-fiction guide organized as fifty concise questions designed to demystify climate science and the practical solutions needed for meaningful action. Each entry opens with a clear question—such as 'Is it too late?' or 'Won’t we run out of minerals?'—followed by concise explanations grounded in up-to-date data and real-world examples. The tone is calm, hopeful, and practical, offering not only context but also concrete steps readers can take: energy efficiency at home, smarter transport choices, and community or policy actions that accelerate progress. The narrative balances big-picture concerns with everyday relevance, making it a trustworthy reference for students, families, and professionals seeking credible climate literacy. It stands out by translating complex science into accessible, nonpartisan guidance that supports informed decisions amid shifting headlines. Readers will appreciate the chapter structure that moves from common myths to concrete actions, with examples drawn from energy mix, transport emissions, and global trends. The book invites readers to compare personal choices—home insulation, heating systems, travel habits—with regional policies, highlighting how small, consistent changes compound over time. By framing climate talk as an accessible toolkit rather than abstract doom, Clearing the Air helps families, students, and professionals feel equipped to participate in solutions and conversations with confidence. This is not just theory—it translates data into everyday choices you can discuss at the dinner table. Key Benefits:. Data-driven climate guidance from an Oxford researcher 50 questions with clear actionable takeaways Ideal for students, families, and classrooms Thoughtful gift for curious minds. About the Author:. Dr. Hannah Ritchie is a senior researcher in the Programme for Global Development at the University of Oxford and the deputy editor at Our World in Data, a leading data-driven publication. She was awarded an Honorary Fellowship of the Royal Statistical Society for translating global data into clear climate insights. Her research and commentary regularly appear in The Economist, New York Times, Financial Times, BBC, WIRED, and New Scientist. In 2022 she was named Scotland's Youth Climate Champion, and in 2024 Prospect magazine listed her among its Top 25 Thinkers. Why You’ll Love This Book:. Why You’ll Love This Book: A clear, data-backed guide that makes climate talk accessible for curious readers of all backgrounds. It blends authority with empathy, offering practical steps and hopeful vision. Perfect for thoughtful households, classrooms, and anyone seeking credible, actionable climate insight. This is a book you can gift with confidence, or return to when new headlines emerge.