We have the tools to fight climate change. It’s time to start using them

Nov 17, 2017

People make their way through heavy smog on an extremely polluted day with red alert issued, in Shengfang, Hebei province, China December 19, 2016. REUTERS/Damir Sagolj TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY - RC1AFFB53590

Earth’s climate has been remarkably stable since before the dawn of civilization. This stability is now at risk. Image: REUTERS/Damir Sagolj

Johan Rockström

Director, Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)

Amy Luers

Executive Director, Future Earth

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