What gives me hope? When clean energy alleviates poverty, leaders speak up for justice, and people realize they’re not alone in caring about climate. Good news: Pakistan installed 22 GW of solar in 2023—more than Canada ever has, and more than the UK added in the past five years. Not-so-good news: The world lost Pope Francis last week. He was a fearless advocate for climate justice, continually reminding us that climate change is a moral issue that hits the most vulnerable first and worst. What you can do: Two new studies show most people care about climate change—but they don't talk about it, because they think others don’t. When we speak up, we empower action! Read more here . Watch How to Talk About Climate Change here . Read Three Steps to Better Climate Conversations here . Thank you to Anne Cloud with Voice Over for the Planet for narrating this edition of Talking Climate. Music by Bradley Myer. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.talkingclimate.ca