What’s Really Happening to Our Planet? is a clear, accessible guide to climate change and humanity’s footprint, written for curious readers who want plain-language explanations and practical paths forward. This nonfiction work is ideal for adults, teens, and anyone who wants to understand the science behind the headlines and feel empowered to act. The tone is educational, hopeful, and reader-friendly.

Written by sustainability expert Tony Juniper, with insights from globally respected scientists, politicians, and cultural leaders, the book traces the records of the past and the choices of today to show how we got here and what we can do next. It covers big topics—solar power, food waste, mass extinction, and the growth of human population and consumption—presented with clear, evidence-based explanations and real-world context.

In What’s Really Happening to Our Planet?, the structure is approachable and reader-friendly. It blends straightforward prose with colorful graphs, artworks, and diagrams that illuminate the science and history behind climate change. The pacing makes the experience engaging, whether you read it straight through or jump in for quick briefings, offering both big-picture context and practical ideas you can apply.

• Clear explanations of climate science and humanity’s footprint
• Topics like solar power, energy transition, food waste, and biodiversity
• Colorful graphs, artworks, and diagrams that illuminate data
• Insights from leading scientists, policymakers, and cultural thinkers
• Practical ideas and actions readers can apply in daily life
• Accessible, engaging writing that invites ongoing learning

After finishing What’s Really Happening to Our Planet?, readers gain a grounded understanding of what’s happening to our planet, why it matters, and how they can contribute to a healthier future. It leaves you feeling informed, hopeful, and ready to engage with decisions, discussions, and daily choices with greater awareness and confidence.