THE GREEN NEW DEAL Why the Fossil Fuel Civilization Will Collapse by 2028 and the Bold Economic Plan to Save Life on Earth

Rifkin lays out the economic and technological features present and forthcoming that will direct companies and governments across the globe to shift away from fossil fuels and into renewable energies. Narrator David Cochran Heath's deep, resonant voice commands listeners' attention but doesn't maintain it. His delivery is clear, consistent, and emphatic but not enthusiastic. Rifkin's prophetic writing clearly aims to excite listeners about the possibilities that lie ahead, but Heath leaves passion at the door. In doing so, he makes the listening experience less engaging. It's unfortunate because Rifkin's solutions are meant to empower listeners in their roles as individuals but also as representatives of the very organizations, businesses, and government entities that can save the world from the devastating effects of climate change. L.E. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2020]