The Climate Threat. Crisis for Democracy?

The failure of global climate policies has led to the loss of confidence in democracy's ability to handle climate change, leading to the search for more authoritarian measures. The book documents these trends and criticizes them, sketching more democratic alternatives.

Format: Hardback
Length: 214 pages
Publication date: 22 August 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The book emphasizes the urgent need to address the energy issue as the root cause of global warming. The failure of global climate policies to effectively reduce carbon dioxide emissions and mitigate climate change has caused a growing disillusionment among scientists and activists, leading them to question the democratic system's ability to address this critical challenge. This disillusionment has prompted some to turn to more authoritarian measures in their quest to find solutions.

The book meticulously documents these trends, offering a historical perspective to critique them and proposing more democratic alternatives. It sheds light on the historical roots of energy systems and their impact on the environment, while also exploring the potential for renewable energy sources and sustainable practices.

Furthermore, the book raises important questions about the role of corporations and governments in perpetuating the status quo. It challenges the notion that market-driven solutions alone can solve the energy crisis and advocates for a more holistic approach that considers social, economic, and environmental factors.

By highlighting the urgency of the energy problem and offering democratic alternatives, the book provides a valuable contribution to the ongoing debate about climate change. It encourages readers to think critically about the current energy system and explore ways to transition towards a more sustainable and equitable future.

Weight: 518g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031344701
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023