For 15 years, author George Ropes has followed the unfolding story of climate change for the timely website ClimateYou.org. Along the way, he has covered myriad individual research studies, innovations, catastrophes, and signs of progress, from the resurgence of sustainable communities to lessons learned from the Australian wildfires. This enlightening book presents a selection of these key writings to describe the multifaceted ways that climate change affects Energy; Weather and climate; People and nature; Laws and leaders; and Finance. Looking at these five dimensions of the crisis, Waking Up to Climate Change illuminates how we all can play a crucial part in our beautiful planet's health and survival. Related Link(s) The Unfolding Story of Climate Change and How to Fix It Sample Chapter(s) Preface Introduction: Waking Up to Climate Change Contents: Dedication Preface Introduction: Waking Up to Climate Change Energy: Coal, Oil, and Gas Energy Sources in Transition Transportation Innovation and Technology Weather and Climate: Extreme Weather Oceans and Coasts Consequences for Nature and People: Deforestation, Fires, and Species Extinction Famine and Food Security Cities and Power Outages Migration, Conflict, and Population Laws and Leaders: International Action Ups and Downs: The Role of the United States China, India, Europe, and the Oil Producers Heroes Finance Conclusion: We are Waking Up to the Climate Crisis — Now What?: To-Do List for the Planet Taking Steps The Path Ahead Appendices Climate You.org Sources/li> International and US Timeline Tables Climate Change Organizations Throughout the World Acknowledgments Index About the Author Readership: Advocates, Policymakers, and Government officials for institutional and governmental policies that mitigate or adapt to climate impacts; general readers interested in obtaining a deeper understanding of the crisis and impact of climate change and what individuals can do to change our course.