Why We Need Systemic Change to Solve the Climate Crisis

As a former climate advisor at the Obama White House and the founder of a climate consultancy, the number one question I get in my work is: “What can I do to help fight climate change?” It’s my favorite question. I think it’s reflective of people’s innate goodwill, their sincere desire to help, and that thread of collectivism that ties us together as a nation. 

This is how I’ve always seen people—as inherently good, passionate, and capable. We have a deep-seated desire to help each other, to support our communities, to make things better for our children. And that’s part of why I’ve been so troubled by the narratives we have surrounding climate change today.