Fight For Planet A

by Craig Reucassel

The climate challenge and what we can do when there's no Planet BMost Australians accept that climate change is real, but many don't know what to do about it and feel powerless to make a difference. In Fight for Planet A , the book of the ABC series of the same name, Craig Reucassel shows that it isn't as scary as we think, and we can make a difference to help protect the world for future generations.The Chaser comedian and presenter of War on Waste sets out solutions and practical day-to-day changes we can make to reduce our carbon footprint, as well as changes our governments need to make without further delay.Find Why 'avoid, renew, reduce and offset' should be the new Insta mantra Why solar and a thing called Green Power can cut your carbon footprint, even if underfloor heating and hydroponics are your thing How the government's substantial investment in discussion papers means we lag behind most of the world when it comes to low-emission cars How electric cars have more grunt than your average muscle car Why Australians pay coal mining companies more than $1 billion a year 'to help with their diesel bills' How long we could power our homes on the emissions generated by our favourite cuts of beef.Featuring a few shocking statistics to make you sit up and take notice, plus many more pro-active tips and strategies for everyday Australians who want to make a difference, Fight for Planet A is for anyone who has no Planet B - which is most of us.

Genres: Nonfiction, Audiobook, Science, Environment

256 pages, Paperback

Published November 12, 2020

Reviews

[Krystelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Please note this is a 3.5.

This book is a good starting point for making active changes in your life in order to help save the planet. It highlights some changes that may be made by individuals to help out, even if they cannot impact to the extent that big corporations can. I think there's a lot to be said for small changes, but there's got to be more that you can do that's even pushier. The author highlights some things that may be done, but realistically doesn't go as far as he could.

This book is still a great companion to the television show, and I think it's had at least some impact on how well things have been changing in households, but I wish that there were further suggestions given as to how people can make change. As optimistic as this is, I don't honestly know if the optimism is reasonably warranted at this stage.

[Alex · Rating 4 out of 5]

Companion book to the tv series, covers a lot of the same content but well condensed and easy to read. Australian perspective and humour so less of an international audience, however a great beginners book to read if you want an overview of where we're currently sitting and the three main areas that could be improved to help reduce climate change. Specifically the book covers energy, transport and food from a government then individual perspective.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK! Whoever you are, read this book. While it starts off quite depressing, as Craig admits himself, he oscillates between dread and hopefulness, this book offers solutions that we can all take. If only our political leaders would read this book!

[David McArthur · Rating 5 out of 5]

This needs to be compulsory reading in every household

[Paul · Rating 4 out of 5]

Though dealing with Climate Change from an Australian perspective, this book nonetheless provides an insightful and humorous take on the crisis impacting the future of our species; and is just as applicable in the UK as it is down under!

[Chloe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reucassel's writes in the same fun and engaging way that he speaks - and he's a great presenter!

I often found myself asking questions only for him to answer them on the next page.

Fight for Planet A is a remarkably quick read for such a comprehisive examination of all the moving parts in Australia's action (read: lack of action) to effectively address climate change.

Reucassel's data is meticulously researched and referenced so it's easy to trace every claim for yourself. He presents realistic and thoughtful solutions for individuals and households and encourages us to use our actions and our words to urge our local, state and federal politicians, (those who are supposed to represent the interests of all Australians) to move towards lasting and effective change. The solutions are surprisingly simple, but untimately need effective and repsonsible government leadership to get off the ground.

Every Australian should read this book.

[Elissa Johnston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Informative. A book written on climate change that is easily digestible, sprinkled with humorous remarks. This sets out the current situation plainly as well as the future and what can be done, mainly by big businesses and government but also on a more grassroots level. I was hoping this book would contain more about what the individual can do, however I feel more empowered with the knowledge provided in this book than a mere list of action items which is what I was expecting. My only wish is for every politician to be forced to read this book, along with climate sceptics. Perhaps then real change in this country will occur.

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

Why is it so hard to change people’s behaviours (including my own)?

And, why do I find self-help books so boring?

Craig Reucassel and Harper Collins Publishing Australia did a great job writing and packaging this companion book to the ABC TV series.

But, it’s me. I know…
This was not my favourite book on my bedside at any point in time.

Hand on heart, I did however take a few things on board. We now have a more efficient car (not fully electric), solar powered hot water heating and greener options through our energy provider.

Thanks. If I cycle more, that would have added health bonuses too… but one step at a time.

[✨ Aaron Jeffery ✨ · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is definitely a good introductory novel for climate change but this book mainly focuses on what adults and government can do which means I couldn't find a lot to relate to and work out what to do as a teenager. This book has good writing but lots of randomly placed jokes.
Jokes aside, this is hard hitting book dealing with an important topic many people (including Australians ) choose to ignore. I learnt quiet a lot of facts while reading this- particularly scientific facts and physiological facts.

[Jess · Rating 5 out of 5]

There's a lot to consider about how to go about tackling global warming and this book is good at putting it all into perspective and what to really prioritise. Craig's writing is very straight forward with that same injection of just enough humour that you see from him on television. He did a good job keeping the balance between optimism and telling the grave facts as they are.

[Tracey Lloyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent read, and very up to date in its facts and figures. I love that it covers both government-scale and personal scale contributions that can be made, as we will need changes to both if we are to succeed in protecting our climate. It also has some easy smaller scale changes that make a surprising impact - like swapping beef for kangaroo, or paying a dollar or 2 to offset your flights.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Informative, accessible, empowering. A quick easy read that makes sense of what is a complicated topic, leaving the reader better informed and empowered. Speaks specifically to the Australian situation.

[Tia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has made me think and I love that it was easy to understand

[Paul Ting · Rating 4 out of 5]

An insightful read that explores the current state of the environment and subsequent Climate Crisis in an easy, everyday and relatable manner.

[MLB · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you’ve seen the TV series, this is the book that goes along with it. It is basically the TV series in written form. I prefer the TV series, I found the visuals really impactful.

[Joanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Concise, easy to read facts.

[B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Worth reading for any Australian to get an idea about where we're at on climate policy (it's depressing) and what we can do about it (slightly less depressing!).

[Livvy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good, funny. Was a bit slow to get thought at times, but that may be because of the font of the text

[Alli_aye · Rating 4 out of 5]

I haven’t seen the accompanying tv show, but this was great on it’s own