Combining theory, case studies and speculative fiction, a range of contributors, from leading UK academics to pioneering renewable activists, create a compelling picture of the potential perks and pitfalls of a low carbon future.

Introduction; H.Herring PART I: POLICY Why a Low-carbon Society; S.Peake Low Carbon Living in 2050; N.Hole What is the Carbon Footprint of a Decent Life?; A.Druckman & T.Jackson Transport and Mobility Choices in 2050; S.Potter A Low Carbon Transition; N.Strachan & T.Foxon PART II: CASE STUDIES Case Studies in Low Carbon Living; R.Roy Designing and Creating my Low Carbon Home; C.Mitchell Land Use Scenario 2050; G.Crabb & A.Thorogood Zero Carbon Britain: Time to Say 'we will'; T.Hawkes Low Carbon Society in Switzerland; B.Girod PART III: STORIES Little Greenham; J.Goodman The Housing Ladder; R.Levett The Refugee; T.Hawkes The Gun and the Sun; H.Herring Conclusion; H.Herring