"Regeneration" by Paul Hawken

Paul Hawken  has written books like “The Next Economy,” “Growing a Business” and “The Ecology of Commerce”. “Natural Capitalism: Creating the Next Industrial Revolution,” co-authored with Amory Lovins, was referred to by President Bill Clinton as one of the most important books in the world. He has served on the board of many environmental organizations including Center for Plant Conservation, Shelburne Farms, Trust for Public Land, Conservation International, and National Audubon Society.So the man has credibility when it comes to the environment. All of which gives us reason to hope. Hawken’s new book, “Regeneration” offers a new approach to climate change, one that could mean ending the crisis in one generation."Regeneration means bringing the Earth back to life," says Hawken simply. "Regeneration" describes how an inclusive movement can save the world from the threat of global warming, with climate solutions. Describing the climate crisis as the greatest civilization may ever face, Hawken ponders why so many of the world's citizens are disengaged--an estimated 98 percent. The problem, he says, has been in the communication area. "Guilt, fear and obligation are not inspiring motivators," he told Steve Tarter. Instead we need to look at solutions to global warming not as a curse but as an opening, a chance to reconnect with nature. The website, regeneration.org, offers more on the subject.