Community Placemaking
Some communities all over the world have decided to improve their surroundings in ways that make them more inviting, supportive of communication, and reflecting local culture, using a process called placemaking.
Rooted in Change: How Urban Tree Planting Is Reshaping U.S. Cities and Fighting Climate Change
From Washington, D.C. to Detroit, Michigan, local U.S. organizations are restoring green space, reducing extreme heat, and proving that neighborhood-level action can have climate-scale impact. You step outside, and the heat hits you like a wall. The sun beats...
The Psychology of Consumption: Understanding the Barriers to Sustainable Living
Psychological barriers to sustainable consumption play a critical role in the ongoing challenge of addressing climate change, and, when it comes to shifting consumer mindsets, they are one of the most difficult habits to change. In this article, some of what...
Why is psychology important in communicating effectively about climate change, and how can we tap in?
“Psychology is the X factor for unlocking action on climate and ecological crises,” says renowned behavioral scientist Dr. Renée Lertzman. Climate change is scary and talking about it to peers, coworkers, and family can be equally as scary. However, behavioral...
Our Own, Amazing Lisa Howard!
Our own Lisa Howard, CSteps’ website designer (YAY!), a good friend, and the California State Coordinator for Citizen Climate Lobby (CCL), is interviewed here in this podcast, and she is Marvelous. The first 30 minutes is about communication about climate...