Parenting in a Climate Crisis is a newsletter for anyone thinking about what it means to be a parent at this moment. It's a place to discuss environmental issues, share ideas, and be inspired. A place to explore parenthood, raising climate-resilient kids, and meet others working on climate solutions. I'll share parenting advice, ways to take climate action, and behind-the-scenes looks at my new writing and environmental projects.
Amidst the catastrophic headlines, it can be hard to feel hope. But parents are powerful. We have long transformed societies. And we're coming together now to demand climate action, working tirelessly to stop the worst of the climate crisis. But while many argue that systemic change is what we need to focus on, I don't believe systemic change and individual action are mutually exclusive. We know the climate crisis is an "us problem," not a "me problem." Yet, that doesn't mean that individuals can't or shouldn't do anything. Small actions have the potential to drive systematic change. While the responsibility to solve the climate crisis is not on us, there are things we can do to prepare our kids for all the possible climate change scenarios and help them develop the skills they'll need to thrive.
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About me
I’m a writer, environmentalist, and editor. My book, Parenting in a Climate Crisis: A Handbook for Turning Fear into Action, will be published in 2025 by Workman.
My writing has appeared in Teen Vogue, Grist, U.S. News & World Report, Martha Stewart Living, Parents, The Washington Post, The New York Times, Modern Farmer, and more.
When I’m not writing, editing, or working on community climate solutions like the Eco Fair, I’m usually hanging out with my favorite beings: my daughter and dog. We live in Mystic, Connecticut. You can also find me on Instagram @beeshirvell.
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