Can citizen action be effective for climate change?

ICYMI – Blog from Listserv thread August 2022 (edited by Valerie Brachya) Dr. Ortrud Leßmann initiated the thread on: Citizens’ action plan on climate change – following a quote from Ingrid Robeyns ‘4. Let’s look critically at our consumption, but prioritize political action Yes, we must adapt our consumption patterns: move towards vegetarianism and veganism, … Read more

Development and Consumerism from Southern and Northern Perspectives

Development and Consumerism from Southern and Northern Perspectives Discussion Triggered by the use of the term ‘Sustainable Lifestyles’ by India at COP 26 Climate Change Conference Question to the listserv by Valerie Brachya (Oct-Nov 2021) Question: India burns coal which puts the country into the climate offenders category but their response is absolutely valid – … Read more