Climate Emergency

Climate change is the defining issue of our time - we know, beyond reasonable doubt, what that science now tells us. Just as climate change is accelerating, so too must we - summoning up a greater sense of urgency, courage and shared endeavour than humankind has ever seen before. The Age of Climate Change is an age of superlatives, but Porritt is optimistic. He believes we have time to do what needs to be done, but only if we move now - and move together.

From the science of greenhouse gases to the intricate logic of cap and trade, Broome reveals how the principles that underlie everyday decision making also provide simple and effective ideas for confronting climate change. Climate Matters is an essential contribution to one of the paramount issues of our time.

On the morning of July 4, 2025, America woke up to a nightmare. In the quiet hills of Kerr County, Texas, a wall of water roared through Camp Mystic, sweeping away cabins, campers, and the sense of safety so many parents had trusted. Within minutes, the Guadalupe River rose over 29 feet, leaving death, heartbreak, and haunting questions behind. "Swept Away: The Heartbreaking Camp Mystic Flood That Shook America" is not just the story of a natural disaster—it is a piercing look into the failure of readiness, the heroism of ordinary people, and the deep wounds left in a town that will never...

In an era of rapid climate change, this vital account of how agriculture can address major issues is an Australian story with global ramifications. Patrice is at the front line of enormous challenges, from water scarcity and land stewardship to food security and the rural-urban divide. The devastation of drought and the crises created by industrial-scale chemically dependent primary production are discussed and alternatives proposed - along with bold ideas for new sources of energy.