Last week in New York City, tens of thousands of people gathered for Climate Week, which was observed here in Wisconsin with a march at the state capitol. Despite the Trump administration's anti-science and pro fossil fuel agenda, many people remain committed to the fight against ecological disaster. On today’s show, climate scientist Kate Marvel takes up this fight, saying that the knowledge that climate change isn’t a mystery helps her stay grounded and motivated so she can focus on solutions.

Marvel tells host Douglas Haynes about her new book, Human Nature: Nine Ways to Feel About Our Changing Planet. She reminds listeners that while humans are unpredictable, it is not human nature to be selfish. Instead, she looks to times when people have come together to fight ecological problems, like the killing of whales, the Clean Air Act, and the ozone hole.

Featured image of Kate Marvel’s new book, Human Nature, published by Harper Collins.