3 reasons local climate activism is more powerful than people realize

Jan 4, 2023

A professor of psychology sets out the possible reasons for public inaction and outlines the potential power of local activism to affect change. Image: Unsplash/Sam Ladley

Adam Aron

Professor of Psychology, University of California, San Diego

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Greenpeace protesters staging a sit-in protest. local activism

When people speak up and work together, they can spur powerful changes. Image: REUTERS/Kieran Doherty

A chart showing American adults' views vs actions on climate change. local activism

Most Americans consider climate change an urgent issue, but few are involved in activities that address it. Image: The Conversation/ Pew Research

The suffragette movement is an example of successful local activism. Image: REUTERS/Paul Hackett

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