We have to fix climate change with the people we have right now, and to a large extent with the perspectives we have right now as well.

We must also suffer the consequences of our past decisions. And for that, we must open our hearts to those in need.

It's a common perception that science and religion are mutually exclusive. But there are many scientists who would consider themselves to be spiritual people.

When I talk to my neighbor, or to someone at church who doesn't accept that the planet is changing, I know that they don't know any better. They've been told this information by somebody they trust and it's not their fault. They've just never heard otherwise.

It is certainly true that conservative Christians are much more likely to doubt the reality of climate change than mainline Christians or the unaffiliated. But when we control for political affiliation and for the important role of thought leaders in determining our opinions on social issues such as climate change, most of the faith-related bias disappears.

It's easier to deny the reality of the problem altogether than acknowledge that it is real.

I think it's interesting that the United States and Australia are two of the most individualistic nations in the entire world in terms of national personality.