Said about the book:

“A wonderful definition of leadership is the capacity to listen to all the voices. Anne Therese Gennari is a leader who has listened, read, and studied the science of global warming since she was a young girl. Her Handbook lays out where we are, how we got there, and how to go forward. Fully grasping the implications of the climate emergency is not for the faint of heart. Understanding how to address the impending crisis will fill your heart. Here’s how.”

— Paul Hawken, Author of Drawdown and Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation

“The Climate Optimist Handbook is a practical, realistic look at what we can do as individuals to reverse climate change. Some of us feel the situation is hopeless, and some of us would rather not think about it and mistakenly think it’s something in the distant future, but Anne Therese Gennari shows that the situation is dire and needs addressing now. But she also shows why there is reason for hope if we just pull together and continue to be creative and innovative like the human race has always been. Read this book and open your eyes to the better future that awaits us all by learning better ways to live—who doesn’t want that?”

— Tyler R. Tichelaar, PhD and Award-Winning Author of The Best Place and When Teddy Came to Town

“Do you want to help the planet and reverse global warming? Don’t worry. You don’t have to join a march. You don’t have to shame people on social media or your best friend who wants to use a straw when you go out to eat. You can contribute in any number of ways and pick those that make you feel comfortable. Anne Therese Gennari offers practical methods for joining in the global effort. Start here if you want to feel empowered about our future.”

— Per Espen Stoknes, Author of What We Think About When We Try Not to Think About Global Warming and Tomorrow’s Economy: A Guide to Creating Healthy Green Growth

“This book teaches us how to move from a place of doom, gloom, and disaster to one of opportunity, curiosity, and hope. It reminds us of how good the world used to be and could be again and how even today we are making progress toward a better future. We have more to do, but a positive future is possible as Anne Therese Gennari shows.”

— Ingmar Rentzhog, Founder of We Don’t Have Time

"In the dark night of the climate collapse and emergency, The Climate Optimist Handbook is a ray of light and hope for all of us to read for inspiration and direction. Anne Therese has created a beautiful book for the moment and tomorrow."

— Paul Samuel Dolman, Host of the What Matters Most Podcast

“An oracle for younger generations that will inherit stewardship of this planet, Anne Therese Gennari’s handbook will both educate and inspire, move and cause you to reflect, on how to become your most courageous and fulfilled self in relation to the greatest challenge humanity has ever faced. And if you’re in doubt, read Chapter 3 right away!”

— Jack Adam Weber, Author of Climate Cure, Heal Yourself to Heal the Planet

“The Climate Optimist Handbook is a breath of fresh air, moving us away from doom scrolling to taking action, from worrying about our planet's future to instead building the world we need, one practical step at a time. Anne as a long-time Remake Ambassador and ally to our movement, exudes joy and hope as does her book.”

— Ayesha Barenblat, Founder and CEO, Remake

"If you’re sick of doom scrolling through climate change headlines and are ready to roll up your sleeves for a more sustainable, equitable world, let Anne Therese Gennari be your guide. This persuasive, inspiring handbook flips the traditional climate narrative on its head and shows us how we can move past our fears with courage and conviction to create meaningful impact on the biggest challenge of our time."

— Andreas Karelas, Founder of RE-volv and author of Climate Courage: How Tackling Climate Change Can Build Community, Transform the Economy, and Bridge the Political Divide in America

“An easy-to-read, hopeful, and inspiring book. Anne does an amazing job at helping us embrace not only the challenge of change but the adventure of change.”

— Dr. Chris Macdonald, Scientist and Author of Operation Sustainable Human

“As a storyteller, I’m slightly obsessed with narratives. But not all narratives. The climate narrative is one of those that urgently needs to change – from ”the end of the world”, to ”a new beginning”. Because you know what: We can still fix this. You don’t believe me? Read this book. Then you will.” 

— Markus Lutteman, Bestselling Author and Climate Communicator

"The Climate Optimist is a critical call to action showing us how each of us can make a positive change in shaping the future of our planet. The path to a better future will always involve some degree or level of uncertainty. This powerful book offers encouragement, wisdom, and practical suggestions of simple things we can do now to make a difference for future generations.”

— Susan Friedmann, CSP, International Bestselling Author of Riches in Niches: How to Make it BIG in a small Market

“I always say ENVIRONMENTALISM + OPTIMIST + ACTION = INNOVATION  & HOPE  and that is exactly what Anne gives us with this book!”

— Alysia Reiner, Actress, Activist & Producer

“Anne Therese sends us a much-needed reminder that the term ‘empower yourself’ is a silly phrase. You already have the power within you;  you just need to use it. After reading her book, you’ll want to more than ever.”

— Rebecca Soffer, Author of The Modern Loss Handbook: An Interactive Guide to Moving Through Grief and Building Your Resilience

"The most important manifesto for our generation. Optimism is necessary for action. And it’s optimists who will create the future. AT’s message is not just a feel-good thing – it's the neuroscience of making things happen. Every climate activist needs to need read this book and practice its teachings every day.”

— Katie Patrick, Environmental Engineer and Designer, Author of How to Save the World, How to Make Changing The World The Greatest Game We've Ever Played

"At a time when the headlines are filled with doom and scaremongering around the state of our world, I often look for an escape. However, the concepts of this work have helped me to explore and delve deeper within my own psyche for answers to find solutions in a positive and achievable way. Anne Therese Gennari has created a handbook that has me feeling uplifted and encouraged in the future of our planet, as it now becomes the responsibility of us, the climate optimists.”

– Pauli Lovejoy, Drummer, Recording Artist, Music Director, and Model

In The Climate Optimist, Anne Therese Gennari provides a thorough look at what we can do to reverse climate change and why we have reason for hope. As a behavioral scientist I know that it's critical we lead with hope if we are going to move people to change their behaviors. With hope and the tools we have cultivated globally, we can indeed overcome the climate crisis. This book will show you how to be most effective in your actions.

— Sweta Chakraborty, Climate Behavioral Scientist