Kick-Starting Government Action against Climate Change: Effective Political Strategies

This book examines how to persuade governments to implement policies that will result in effective action on climate change, focusing on the political and economic dynamics shaping climate policies worldwide. It identifies opportunities for well-informed and determined political actors, such as NGOs and social movements, to exploit these opportunities.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 124 pages
\n Publication date: 12 November 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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The urgency of taking action on climate change demands immediate action rather than deferring it to the distant future of 2050. This book addresses the critical challenge of motivating governments to prioritize long-term climate objectives over short-term considerations such as post-COVID economic growth. It explores how governments can be persuaded to implement policies that will result in meaningful and effective action. The book adopts a systematic political science perspective, drawing on theories of political action, collective choice, and other relevant disciplines. It analyzes the key political and economic dynamics shaping climate policies worldwide, identifying significant opportunities for well-informed and determined political actors, including NGOs and social movements, to leverage for change.

The book aims to provide a comprehensive guide to advancing and accelerating climate action around the world. It will be of immense interest to climate change campaigners, activists, political scientists, and anyone passionate about addressing this pressing global issue. By examining the political and economic factors influencing climate policies, the book offers insights into the strategies and tactics that can be employed to promote sustainable development and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

The authors argue that the time for incremental steps is over and that drastic action is required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement and prevent catastrophic climate change. They emphasize the need for a coordinated global response, with governments taking the lead in setting ambitious targets and implementing policies that promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable transportation.

Furthermore, the book highlights the importance of engaging citizens and civil society in the climate action process. It suggests that grassroots movements, social media campaigns, and public demonstrations can exert pressure on governments to take action and hold them accountable for their commitments. The authors also emphasize the need for international cooperation and collaboration, as climate change is a global problem that requires a collective effort to address.

In conclusion, this book provides a valuable contribution to the ongoing debate on climate change. It offers a comprehensive and practical approach to motivating governments to take action and accelerate climate action around the world. By examining the political and economic dynamics shaping climate policies, the book provides insights into the strategies and tactics that can be employed to promote sustainable development and mitigate the impacts of climate change. It is a must-read for anyone interested in addressing this critical global issue.

\n Weight: 294g\n
Dimension: 143 x 222 x 16 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781032118123\n \n