This updated edition examines how global action on climate change can be significantly accelerated through coordinated advances in science, economics, and international diplomacy. The author challenges conventional approaches to climate policy and argues for faster, more transformative strategies to reduce emissions and address climate risks. The book explores the role of technological innovation, economic systems, and multilateral cooperation in driving change, while highlighting barriers that slow progress. Emphasis is placed on practical pathways for governments, institutions, and global actors to respond more effectively to the urgency of climate change