We recommend reading at least one book about nature, climate change or the environment while doing your Low Carbon Lent. Here are some suggestions from a wide variety of perspectives:
The big picture:
These books provide a perspective from thought leaders on environmental issues, business and government. Al Gore and Bill McKibben provide overviews of climate change. Michael Bloomberg suggests roles for businesses and cities, Fredrich Rich discusses bipartisan options. Freya Williams discusses how businesses can be agents of change. I’ve included a variety of perspectives, including free market and non-partisan approaches.
The natural world:
E.O. Wilson takes joy in living creatures and expresses his concern about human impact on the environment from the perspective of biodiversity. Nature writers like Sue Hubbell, Aldo Leopold and others listed here share a reverence for life and nature that is inspiring.
Practical guides
A number of books offer very practical steps for reducing your carbon footprint. These are a few that I found well written and helpful.
