We Need to Talk About Climate

This book explores the role of citizens’ assemblies in shaping climate and ecological policy, highlighting their growing use at various levels of governance and their potential to go beyond traditional political approaches. It examines how different assemblies across Europe and beyond have influenced public discourse and policy, emphasizing the importance of design and context in their effectiveness. Offering insights into what makes climate assemblies impactful, the book provides valuable guidance for advocating and implementing them as a means to engage the public in transformative climate action.