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The purpose of this book is to help astronomers be better educators, communicators, and advocates about climate change. It will serve two purposes for readers (1) improve their science content knowledge on topics related to climate change, not only in astronomy but other fields, and (2) improve their climate change communication skills.Astronomers are in a position to help people understand the science of climate change, its consequences, and solutions. Astronomy is a natural bridge to teaching climate change. In the U.S. alone astronomers teach over a quarter million students in introductory astronomy classes each year. For many students this is their last formal science class. Astronomers also engage in informal education through, e.g., public talks and planetarium shows. Finally, astronomers are highly regarded in the public eye. They cannot be accused of being in it for the money, as climate scientists are often falsely charged.Topics covered in the book include the intersection of climate science and astronomy, planetary atmospheres and the greenhouse effect, atmospheric dynamics, climate modelling, the consequences of climate change, climate in the classroom and museum, green astronomy, and scientists as advocates. Many of the authors are astronomers who also work in that area of climate science and communication, providing insights into what their fellow astronomers need to know about a particular topic. Short, inspirational interviews of authors will be included in the book to explain why they have made climate change a priority.
