Two Percent Solutions for the Planet: 50 Low-Cost, Low-Tech, Nature-Based Practices for Combatting Hunger, Drought, and Climate Change Paperback – Illustrated, October 8, 2015

In one of Courtney White's earlier books he recounted a conversation with Wes Jackson in which Jackson told him: "We live in the most important moment in human history." Anyone paying close attention to the science of climate change knows Jackson is right. There have been several important books this year about climate change: Elizabeth Kolbert's -- Pulitzer Prize for non-fiction -- "The Sixth Extinction, an Unnatural History," detailed just how shockingly fast human-caused climate change is killing life on the planet, including humans; Naomi Kline's "This Changes Everything, Capitalism vs Climate" surveyed the entire field of causes, hurdles and solutions and advocated that each of us become a player in the "voice of the streets," dump fossil fuel and get on board with the renewal energy solution. Although Kline's book does address the basics of what we all need to do, White's book gets his hands in the dirt and identifies fifty significant, field-tested practices increasing numbers of people are doing that make a difference in thwarting climate change and improving food production. Realistically, most of us can only pursue a few of the options he lays out. But everyone can do several of these, and all of us search out how we can support those who are, in their work-a-day worlds, are practicing "Two Percent Solutions." The Paris accord was entered into by governments for governments and industry, but each individual can also make a commitment to a personal climate change agenda and play a small part in what needs to be a big solution. It 's not necessary to summarize any of the 50 solutions he details and that others are actively pursuing because 50 is too many and each one is explained in a format of snapshot, three or four page case studies. Everyone should read this book; it's thorough, succinct and important. One suggestion is to read two or three of the 50 options each night until you have read all 50, select a couple you can actively pursue and several more where you can support someone who has adopted them in their working world. We do live in the most important time in human history and climate change has civilization in its cross-hairs. If too many of us fail to chip in, our children and grandchildren will suffer our dereliction and the end of civilization as we know it . White's book is consequential and details easy and an inexpensive ways for each of us to make a small but important difference. It all adds up. It's the very least we can do.

A fantastic source of ideas that have been compiled in order to give the reader not only an entertaining read, but also hope and inspiration in a changing world. I knew of holistic management before reading this book, but I didn't realize that there were so many little ways we as human beings could tinker with and work with nature in order to get an extremely positive outcome. A must read for anyone who would like to learn more about not only the science of climate change, but actual solutions being implemented by amazing people all over our precious planet.

I have either been on the farm of associated with a farm for over 20 years. This book was a real eye-opener. I was working harder instead of smarter for years. Thanks to this book, that will change as I prepare to farm again in my golden years. If you are farming a small to medium-sized farm, this book will give you some excellent examples of how to work more efficiently and effectively with better results!

This is a "must read" for anyone interested is sustainability or climate change. With a rich array of real-world examples, Mr. White illustrates practical solutions that can be initiated locally by committed individuals and also serve as models for similar efforts around the world.

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Anyone who has worked on the land, or spent any measurable time considering land health and what can be done to assist in the healing process will thoroughly enjoy this read. Courtney has spent considerable time and energy capturing numerous examples of people and families who have succeeded (and sometimes failed, thereby learning) in achieving land health goals and objectives. The value in Two Percent Solutions is that there are nuggets of applicability for everyone in virtually every scenario where land health is at question. An extremely valuable book that provides insight into what we can do in our own way for land and human health.Frank Hayes Heart and Horn Ecological Services, LLC

Courtney White engagingly features 50 of the best and brightest in regenerative agriculture and shows how we already have many options for combating climate change through good land management. Caution though, you might be so inspired and empowered by these stories that you are tempted to buy some land, restore a stream or take up ranching so you can join the fight against climate change too.Also, be sure to check out Courtney's newest book:  The Age of Consequences: A Chronicle of Concern and Hope .

Such an excellent book! I've enjoyed reading Courtney White for many years -- Grass, Soil, Hope is a favorite -- but this digestible, clear, informative guide is really the best introduction to where he shines. White has clearly spent much of his career thinking through the ways we can live better on this planet, and this book makes it easy to catch up. I've shared this with colleagues and friends as a conversation starter and solution-finding tool. Highly recommended.

Excellent well written book with great information