ABSTRACT
Overall, this chapter lays the groundwork for the rest of the book by defining collective climate action. Collective climate action is when individuals act as members of a group with the aim of changing socio-political structures in the face of the climate crisis. Moreover, the authors distinguish between normative (socially accepted) and non-normative (disruptive) forms of action. Additionally, they introduce the Social Identity Model of Collective Action (SIMCA), which explains the psychological conditions under which people join or intend to join collective action in diverse areas of social change. This model serves as the theoretical structure for this book, helping to understand how social identity, moral beliefs, and efficacy drive participation in climate action.
