How to Write About Climate Change Without Jumping Out a Window

Laughing While the World Burns

When the apocalypse looms, humor becomes a coping mechanism. Here’s how to address doom without succumbing to it.

Step 1: Understate the Crisis

“Slight weather inconvenience continues into 50th year”

Step 2: Highlight Absurd Responses

“Company announces carbon-neutral disaster capitalism”

Step 3: Find the Silver Lining

“Good news: Beachfront property expanding inland daily”

Advanced Techniques

1. The “Corporate Greenwashing”

“BP announces thoughts and prayers for polar bears”

2. The “Individual Responsibility”

“Have you tried recycling while corporations dump waste?”

3. The “Optimistic Nihilism”

“Nothing matters so might as well enjoy the decline”

Conclusion

Climate humor: because screaming into the void got old.