The Crucial Years
by Bill McKibben
Climate insights from the founder of 350.org. Bill McKibben's twice-weekly Substack covers the most important climate stories, including ones the mainstream press misses.
About The Crucial Years
The Crucial Years is Bill McKibben's Substack newsletter, offering twice-weekly insights on climate change from one of the movement's most important voices. McKibben covers stories the mainstream press misses while providing context from decades of climate work. As the founder of 350.org and author of seminal climate books, McKibben brings unmatched perspective to climate journalism.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Bill McKibben brings over 30 years of climate activism and writing to every issue. His ability to see the big picture while surfacing lesser-known stories makes The Crucial Years invaluable. The newsletter connects readers to the climate movement, not just climate news.
Who Should Subscribe?
The Crucial Years is ideal for: - Climate activists and organizers - Environmentalists seeking perspective - Policy makers tracking climate action - Educators teaching about climate - Anyone committed to climate action If you want climate insight from a movement leader, subscribe.
Content Format
Twice-weekly editions include: - Analysis of climate developments - Stories the press misses - Movement updates and actions - Historical perspective - Calls to action
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- 30+ years of climate expertise
- Movement leader perspective
- Twice-weekly updates
- Deep historical context
- Actionable content
- Stories others miss
Cons
- Advocacy perspective
- Can be urgent in tone
- Full access requires payment
- US movement focus
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Crucial Years free?
Some issues are free, with full access requiring a paid Substack subscription.
Who is Bill McKibben?
Bill McKibben is a climate author, activist, and founder of 350.org. He wrote 'The End of Nature' in 1989.
How often does Bill McKibben publish?
The Crucial Years publishes twice weekly.
What makes this different from other climate newsletters?
McKibben's 30+ years of climate activism gives unique perspective, and he often covers stories mainstream press misses.
About the Author: Bill McKibben
Bill McKibben
Bill McKibben is an author, environmentalist, and founder of 350.org. He wrote 'The End of Nature' in 1989, one of the first books about climate change for general audiences. McKibben has been a leading voice in the climate movement for over three decades.
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