We see how scientists point out that we’ve effectively turned up Earth’s “thermostat” by about 1.3°C since the 19th century, according to the NASA Climate Data. It’s a factual climate benchmark, showing how much warming has already happened.
We also see how publishers and media outlets track book releases, and say there are more climate-related books being published in early 2025 than in the same period in 2024. It’s a sign that public interest in the topic is growing fast. So here are standout releases (mostly non-fiction) that we believe can shift your perspective and possibly your actions this year:
1. ‘Abundance’ by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson
Published in March 2025, the authors argue that many climate and infrastructure goals are being held back by regulatory inertia. This nonfiction title reached #1 on the The New York Times bestseller list. It’s been described as “one of Barack Obama’s favourite books of 2025.” They propose an “Abundance Agenda” to accelerate clean energy:
- If you’re someone who wants big-picture system change, this book gives you the sweep
- It focuses on policy and regulation bottlenecks (moments where climate projects get stuck in paperwork even when we have the technology and money to build)
2. ‘The Joyful Environmentalist’ by Isabel Losada
Published in February 2025, the author argues that caring for the planet doesn’t have to come from exhaustion. She shows that sustainability can grow from small pleasures. If you’re someone who wants climate action to feel real, this book:
- Focuses on daily habits that make sustainability practical: you can cut waste or start repairing things
- It matters as we see how Losada reframes activism through joy: we see the proof that optimism can drive change as effectively as protest
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