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Winner of the ONE Book Award
This is the first book to provide a detailed method for climate scenario analysis. The 2nd edition is in the works. Sign up below to get updates.
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Climate change, and the resultant impact on resource management and societal wellbeing, is one of the greatest challenges facing businesses and their long-term performance. Uncertainty about access to resources, unanticipated weather events, rapidly changing market conditions and potential social unrest is felt across all business and industry sectors. This book sets out an engaging step-by-step scenario-planning method that executives, Board members, managers and consultants can follow to develop a long-term strategy for climate change tailored for their business.
Most climate change strategy books discuss climate mitigation only, focusing on how companies engage with carbon policy, new technologies, markets and other stakeholders about reducing carbon emissions. This book explores these themes but also looks at strategizing for climate change adaptation. Adaptation is equally important, especially given that companies cannot negotiate with nature. There is a need to interpret climate science for business in a way that acknowledges the realities of climate change and identifies a way forwards in responding to this uncertain future.
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Winner of the Book Award for the Organizations and the Natural Environment (ONE) Division of the Academy of Management.
The First How-To Guide for Personal Scenario Planning
Facing Uncertainty adapts scenario planning for personal use. Drawing on nearly twenty years' experience, both as a teacher and practitioner of scenario planning, author Nardia Haigh offers a straightforward, flexible framework to help you explore possibilities and create a more informed, adaptable path forward.
You'll learn how to identify the forces shaping personal uncertainty, imagine four distinct and plausible future scenarios, create a flexible strategy to navigate those scenarios, track early signals of change and adjust your approach as needed, and learn how to use optional AI tools to support your planning process if that is your preference.
Whether you're at a crossroads or just seeking clarity about what’s next, this book offers a grounded, flexible approach—without claiming certain or one-size-fits-all solutions.