Why Pope Francis and the Church Treat Climate Change as a Moral Issue

Last month, NPR (National Public Radio) held a workshop for energy and environment reporters in Chicago. I was invited to be on a panel titled “The Environment as a Moral Question” and outline Catholic teaching on ecology and climate change. Here are some excerpts of my address: Catholic Social Teaching In order to frame my… Read More Why Pope Francis and the Church Treat Climate Change as a Moral Issue

Individualism, Free Market Myths, and the American Response to Climate Change

Cardinal Peter Turkson spoke at a conference on climate change at Boston College last week. Here are some of the passages in his remarks that relate to the United States and its responsibility to address climate change and protect creation: Pope Francis is critical of the “bondage of individualism” and a culture of instant gratification… Read More Individualism, Free Market Myths, and the American Response to Climate Change