26. Post carbon pathways

I have recently been following the developments of a fascinating project at Melbourne University called Post Carbon Pathways. It is a project that explores what visions and strategies are being formed around the world to combat climate change. The website reads ...

As the risks of runaway climate change continue to escalate, so too does the urgent need to build public support for a rapid transition to a just and sustainable post carbon society. The Post Carbon Pathways project is informed by the view that, while increased public acceptance of the necessity of urgent climate change action is crucial, the transformational changes required to rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions also depend on broad recognition that alternative, more desirable futures and pathways are indeed possible.

This website  brings together information and analysis about some of the most promising large-scale post carbon economy transition plans and strategies from around the world. Interestingly, Sweden is not there! I think I better let them know what Sweden is doing on this front.

There are some great interviews on the website with some leading thinkers on how to bring about a low carbon future. There are also links to many of the major global and national strategies being developed by both government agencies and other actors.