Elin Kelsey - Hope Matters: Why Changing the Way We Think Is Critical to Solving the Environmental Crisis

Praise for Hope Matters

Like Elin, I have met countless people who have lost hope in many countries. Most were apathetic. Some were angry. Others depressed. Because, they told me, their future has been compromised and there was nothing they could do about it. But there is something they can do. This book comes at just the right moment. It brings a message of hope to help curb the negativity, the gloom and doom we are confronted with each day. It is NOT too late if we get together and take action, NOW.

JANE GOODALL,PhD, DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace

This is a truly eye-opening book: about our endangered planet, with many signposts towards a better world. Kelseys study is full of illuminating analyses and uplifting, empowering stories about people from all over the globe. A beautifully written book and an effective antidote against apathy and inaction.

CHRISTOF MAUCH,director, Rachel Carson Center for Environment and Society

At a time of overwhelming anguish for our fellow citizens and the health of our planet, Kelsey provides clear strategies to translate hope into action, with inspiring stories of ecological resilience and restoration across the globe. Hope Matterspoints the way forward.

FRANCES BEINECKE,former president, Natural Resources Defense Council

Elin Kelsey writes with the acuity of a scientist, the grace of a poet, and the heart of a mother. Hope Mattersis a clarion call to reawaken our spirits and renew our effortsa book to inspire resilience for our children, for our leaders, and for ourselves.

ANNE NELSON,Fellow, Arnold A. Saltzman Institute, Columbia University School for International and Public Affairs

In a time when so much of the news on biodiversity is depressing, Kelsey reminds us that there are good reasons to be hopeful. This book is a tonic in hard times.

CLAUDIA DREIFUS,author of Scientific Conversations: Interviews on Science from theNew York Times

As we work to turn back the urgent threats of climate change and species extinction, Kelsey shows through countless well-chosen examples that the solutions we need are there if we learn the habits of optimism and practicality rather than succumbing to despair.

GEORGE BLACK,author of Empire of Shadows: The Epic Story of Yellowstone

Required reading for anyone despairing about the future of the planet.

MITCHELL THOMASHOW,author of To Know the World: A New Vision for Environmental Learning

This book has an important message for everyone, including (and perhaps especially) for the hope skeptics. Hope is not about feeling cheerful or ignoring the facts to look on the bright side; rather, its about recognizing both the threat and the potential solvability of the climate crisis and amplifying transformative solutions.

VERONICA JOYCE LIN,North American Association for Environmental Education 30 Under 30 education influencers

A refreshing and uplifting read. It is so useful as a teacher to have information to share with students about the power of the collective, the power of the small gesture which eventually is magnified, and the beauty, power, and creativity of the living, breathing world. An amazing, powerful, and wonderfully heartwarming book!

ENID ELLIOT,leader in the Nature Kindergarten movement

An uplifting and eye-opening read for anyone worried about climate change and the state of our planet. Kelsey brings us stories of recovery and resilience. A must-read for anyone writing or reading about the perils of climate change.

LESLIE KRAMER,former producer, CBC News