Panic or a secure end of the world? What to really make of climate change. Few topics stir emotions as much as the question of whether climate change is leading us all to doom or if we are merely falling for a fear-inducing campaign by hysterical environmental activists. The discussions are heated and often lead to extreme positions and contradictory scenarios. And one thing that is rarely found in all of this is reliable guidance. This is exactly what Gerd Ganteför offers with his book. Guidance through knowledge. Gerd Ganteför examines the common arguments, myths, and legends: independently, seriously, and scientifically grounded. In doing so, he not only provides crucial educational work but also uncovers some tangible surprises. The astonished reader learns, for example, that air travelers are more energy-efficient than car drivers, and gains an understanding of this.