John Perona

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John Perona, Dr., is a scientist, author, legal scholar, and public advocate dedicated to accelerating the transition to a renewable energy future. With a rare blend of expertise in climate science and environmental law, he brings clarity and conviction to complex energy policy debates. Dr. Perona is the author of From Knowledge to Power, a comprehensive guide to climate action, and Earthward, a read newsletter unpacking the latest developments in climate and energy.

John Perona

Jul 23 2025

Advocate or activist?

Illuminem Voices

Public Governance · Climate Change

Today more than half of Americans profess to be alarmed or concerned about climate change, yet few do much to act on their beliefs

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Tony Blair's "disruptive" climate vision: right on target

John Perona

Jun 26 2025

Tony Blair's "disruptive" climate vision: right on target

Public Governance

The Tony Blair Institute has called for a fundamental reset to global climate policy. Their politically centrist vision of "positive disruption" leverages the forces unleashed by populism and steers them to productive ends

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John Perona

Jun 26 2025