Natural and anthropogenic climate change has long shaped human history. But in the 19th century, human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, began to warm the planet, at a greater rate. Droughts, hurricanes and other extreme weather events became more prevalent. This course examines the politics and impact of this new phase of human-induced climate change. Key themes include the scientific discovery of global warming, the struggle to produce comprehensive political action to address the climate crisis and the linkages between energy and climate. Particular attention is paid to the theme of climate justice, including the disproportionate impact of climate change on indigenous communities and communities of color, as well as the efforts of climate activists to redress these wrongs.