eye opening taken at face value

I enjoyed this audiobook , and before deep diving into any particular fact checking or references. it was intriguing to listen to how common misconceptions have overtaken the world we live in. whether it be organic vs gmo, plastic or paper straws, ocean plastic levels etc...

I recommend listening for purely the sake of how the statistics can point us in a separate direction to the common acknowledged eco friendly doctrine.

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A rare 10 out of 10

Even though I don’t completely agree with all the author’s views, it is such a breath of fresh air to read a book on the most pressing issues facing the entire humanity and for the ideas to be based on actual statistics and facts - rather than “views” and for the approach to be balanced rather than either alarmist or ignorant.

This is perhaps the most important books of our current time. I say this with little to no exaggeration.

It is thoughtful, balanced but not complacent. It offers constructive ways forward and shows the madness of the divisive and destructive hyperbolic discourse which is otherwise being had in the media and social life for most people.

This book is better, more informative, less biased and more useful than ALL the news one would’ve consumed in the last 5-10 years.

I love that the author read the book herself. It makes it come across more authentic hearing it in the author’s voice. But some listeners might struggle with her lovely Scottish accent. Stick with it - it’s totally worth it!

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the optimism and options of the author

Great content that tackles each and every subject in detail. It really is a great companion to whoever is following the stop burning stuff / everything electric YouTube channels. Hope to see Hannah there in an interview some day.

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Inspirational

Hannah has presented an outstanding piece of work in this book. Optimistic but solidly rational. Data driven and evidence based. This book should be compulsory for elected leaders worldwide.

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The best way forward..

I finished the book with a clearer idea of what I need to do as an individual and feeling optimistic about our tomorrows! I shan’t simply trust a headline again and I know not to knee-jerk to those. Now I know why!
Change is coming but managing it is possible with sensible strategies.. here is your hand book to those, enjoy feeling better informed, adequate and empowered with this book.

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A ray of hope in a world of bleak news stories

As someone that finds bleak news disempowering and demoralising this book is a very welcome listen.
There are lots of interesting dives into the statistics behind common public conceptions of the state of various environmental issues. Most notably is a theme of rapid change in a positive direction on all fronts. There’s still lots to improve but a lot of improvement has already happened.
Also interesting are the areas that we think matter a lot but don’t always make much difference and are sometimes counterproductive.

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Well structured and generous with its approach

Incredibly insightful, think I’ll need to buy the book to memorise some of the stats.

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Balancing the doomsdayers & 'click bait' headlines

I think Hannah does a great job of balancing the 'doomsday' prognosis the headlines feed us with with what is actually happening informed by data. This is complex, interconnected & multi layered problem & news snippets just don't cut it but unfortunately inform most of us.

It's well considered, attends to all the typical questions we have, and gives a trajectory with action areas for the world (and us) to focus on to achieve a sustainable future for all. She believes its possible (though not inevitable) and she has the data to point how this could be/is being achieved.

What it's missing (perhaps intentionally) is how close (or breached) each of the topics she covers are to the planetary boundaries/tipping points and the geopolitics to get everyone to agree in an increasingly divided world.

Thank you Hannah, a great & empowering contribution on our path to sustainability.

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A new point of view

It was interesting to read this book presenting different point of view from an author who definitely bases her opinion on well checked facts. Definitely worth talking about effectiveness about our actions

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a great environmental book.

For those of us who have been trying to save the environment for a while may have started our journey with life without hot air.

This is the best pratcal book I have read since that was published.

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