Climate change is not science fiction. It is now a fact! We know that, if the worst predictions are verified, it could destroy the conditions that allow for the maintenance of human life.

The only question that matters is this: can it be stopped? George Monbiot shows that it can, as long as we act decisively NOW. Combining his unique knowledge in environmental science, he proposes ways to transform our homes and energy production and transportation systems.

He argues that this can only be achieved if, (. . .) we ourselves cease to be part of the problem. (. . .) [Excerpt from the text on the back cover of the edition]