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Crisis conversations – Reset #1: learning as we go for long term transitionHow quickly the brain adapts to the new normal – Emily Maitlis, BBC Newsnight, 25/03/2020 In late 2018 the Rapid Transition Alliance launched with the...
We have built a collection of resources that show what kind of changes are possible, how people can help to shape them and what conditions can make them happen. All of our resources are released under a creative commons license so they are free to use and share. We love to hear how our resources are being used so do get in touch if have any queries or suggestions.
The Reset series explores the lessons from the global pandemic on two vital areas for rapid transition: overconsumption and unnecessary travel. Our set of downloadable short briefings, webinars and short film series, focus on the period we are living through for scalable, rapid change and provide evidence-based hope for the future.
Find out moreFor several months we have asked for people to share their experiences of lockdown and see what lessons you might have for bringing about a rapid transition, and living happier, more caring and less polluting lives. We created a set of free to use, unbranded briefings and animations on three emerging themes: how we can look after each other better as societies, how more space for people and nature can be found, and how those who already have enough can thrive with less ‘stuff’.
Find out moreWe are delighted to share with you our pocket book of evidence-based hope. It is packed full of examples of how rapid transition has happened in the past and how it can inspire climate action in the future. It's free, downloadable and fits into most regular sized pockets!
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Crisis conversations – Reset #1: learning as we go for long term transitionHow quickly the brain adapts to the new normal – Emily Maitlis, BBC Newsnight, 25/03/2020 In late 2018 the Rapid Transition Alliance launched with the...
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The business of rapid transition – What does aligning business to meet the 1.5°C climate target actually look like?
Around the world, from the local to national levels, government
authorities are declaring climate emergencies and seeking strategies for
rapid transition to...
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Fossil-Fuel Subsidies Must EndBy Geoffrey Supran, Peter Erickson, Doug Koplow, Michael Lazarus, Peter Newell, Naomi Oreskes, Harro van Asselt on February 24, 2020 Despite claims...
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Fiddling while the planet burns? COP25 in perspectiveWith fires, storms, social protests, and climate strikes sweeping the world, 2019 should have been a tipping point in how the world responds to global...
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PODCAST: How History Inspires Environmental Activism, Dan Snow interviews Andrew SimmsIn his latest History Hit podcast “How History Inspires Environmental Activism”, historian Dan Snow interviews the Alliances Andrew Simms. Together they...
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PODCAST: S2 Ep4: The Politics of Green Transformations: Melissa Leach, Peter Newell & Ian Scoones, interviewed by Andrew SimmsIn the latest edition of the Institute of Development Studies podcast, ‘Between the Lines’, Andrew Simms interviews the co-editors of The Politics of...
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From emergency declarations to practical action: how will rapid transition happen locally?Here is a quick guide to some of the emerging resources and initiatives focused on practical support and guidance to sub-national authorities WEBINAR: From...
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Towards a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty
A new approach is needed to tackle the climate crisis, in which the long overlooked
supply-side of fossil fuels takes centre stage. A crucial aspect of this...
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A civic plan for emergency: Building the 1.5 degree, socially-just city by Paul ChattertonLeeds City Council became the latest local government body to pass a resolution declaring a climate emergency on Wednesday, 27th March. It becomes part of a...