I came across this book during one of my constant searches for scientific texts relating to the "climate crisis" topic.

I found it very curious that this volume was identified as an "almanac", this term refers to very precious ancient instruments, which were used to guide people in daily life, offering astronomical and meteorological indications, as well as useful information in the commercial and agricultural fields and cultural. The Carbon Almanac identifies itself as the modern version of this type of tool oriented towards one of the most pressing contemporary challenges: climate change.

This collaborative project aims not only to inform the public, but also to inspire them to take action. Often, people feel excluded from the climate debate because:

• Lack of technical knowledge

• Complexity of the notions involved

• Disinformation

• Distant perception of the problem (you can't really feel it)

Others wonder what the effectiveness of their individual actions could be in a world where everyone asks this question and no one has the courage to get up and start acting.

The peculiarity of this volume consists in offering accessible explanations for beginners and non-beginners. It delves into more complex concepts, often misunderstood or known only superficially. It examines scenarios, effects and solutions related to climate change, also asking the crucial question: who is responsible for solving this problem? 

The book celebrates the protagonists on the front line in the fight against climate change: activists, scientists, leaders of change (not just politicians) and the best universities to study environmental and climate sciences.

The most poetic part of "The Carbon Almanac" is found on the last page of the book, where a table is proposed to be filled in with your name and that of the person to whom you intend to deliver the volume. This gesture creates a ripple effect, inviting readers to pass this "knowledge" to others, promoting a collective spread of awareness and commitment to climate change. This simple but powerful idea highlights the importance of sharing and individual responsibility in raising awareness and involving as many people as possible in the climate cause. 

Therefore, I invite you to look for this book, whether in the library, online, in the bookstore, or through friends, to participate in this sharing of knowledge. I read it and in turn passed it on to a person who I consider aware of the facts around us. A small gesture that can help spread greater awareness and inspire concrete actions to address the challenges of climate change.

Bibliography

[1] Godin, S. (Ed.). (2022). The Carbon Almanac: It's Not Too Late. Penguin, pp,20.