Скачать или смотреть Effective Climate Action: Dana R. Fisher on Activism and Policy

Welcome to another episode of the Climate Confident podcast! I'm Tom Raftery, and today I'm delighted to have Dana R. Fisher, the director of the Centre for Environment, Community, and Equity at American University, join us. Dana is also the author of the new book Saving Ourselves - From Climate Shocks to Climate Action, which explores the intersection of climate policymaking and activism.

In this episode, Dana shares her 25 years of research on climate policies and activism. We delve into the history and current state of climate policy, discussing initiatives from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change to the Inflation Reduction Act in the US. Dana provides an honest assessment of these efforts, highlighting both their successes and shortcomings.

One of the key themes we explore is the vital role of grassroots activism in driving meaningful climate action. Dana discusses various forms of activism, from local community efforts to more radical tactics like civil disobedience. Her research suggests that even controversial actions, such as throwing soup at paintings or blocking traffic, can be highly effective in drawing media attention and pressuring policymakers when part of a broader strategy.

We also talk about the importance of building community resilience in the face of increasing climate shocks. Dana emphasises the need for both physical infrastructure and social cohesion to support communities during times of crisis.

Towards the end of our conversation, Dana offers practical advice for those looking to get involved in climate activism, stressing the importance of solidarity across movements and the potential impact of nonviolent resistance. We also touch on the upcoming COP 29 climate negotiations and the controversial involvement of a fossil fuel executive in leading these talks.

I hope you find this episode as enlightening and thought-provoking as I did. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more insightful conversations on climate action and sustainability. And make sure to check out Dana's book, Saving Ourselves - From Climate Shocks to Climate Action, for a deeper dive into these critical issues.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:12 - Dana R. Fisher's Background
01:00 - Evolution of Climate Policy
03:00 - The Role of Grassroots Activism
07:00 - Building Community Resilience
11:00 - Effective Activism Tactics
16:00 - COP 29 Climate Negotiations
18:00 - Practical Advice for Aspiring Activists
20:00 - Conclusion

Relevant Hashtags:
climate action, climate activism, climate crisis, sustainability, environment, community resilience, climate policy, nonviolent protest, grassroots movement, renewable energy, climate solutions, climate change, global warming, Dana RFisher, Tom Raftery, Climate Confident, podcast, climate justice, activism, climate resilience

Follow Dana R. Fisher:
Website: https://danarfisher.com
LinkedIn:   / dana-r-fisher  
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fisherdanar....
Instagram:   / apocalypticoptimist  
TikTok:   / fisher_danar  

Follow me for more updates:
Website: https://tomraftery.com
LinkedIn:   / tomraftery  
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@tom.f.raftery
Instagram:   / tom.f.raftery  
Twitter:   / tomraftery  

Thanks for watching, and stay climate confident!