Explore the critical social logic behind our deep-rooted reliance on fossil fuels and the ensuing climate crisis. This pivotal book reveals how modern societies adopted carbon-intensive trajectories, emphasizing that this path was shaped by historical choices and power structures, not inevitability. By examining key junctures, it argues that redefining societal goals and power mechanisms can lead us towards essential sustainability. Essential reading for anyone in India seeking to understand the roots of environmental challenges and pathways to a decarbonized future. For students, policymakers, and conscious citizens focused on climate action.