Environmental Literature

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A solitary person surveys a post-apocalyptic landscape with a submerged city skyline under a stormy sky, symbolizing climate change impacts.

What Is Climate Fiction (Cli-Fi) and Why Does It Matter?

In his novel 'Leave the World Behind', author Rumaan Alam uses climate fiction to plunge readers into a world of information uncertainty and feeling trapped, mirroring the real-world anxieties of envi

Claire Donovan·August 16, 2026

A person reading a book in a landscape subtly affected by climate change, featuring resilient nature and a dramatic sky, symbolizing the intersection of literature and environmental awareness.

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What Is 'Cli-Fi'? An Introduction to Climate Fiction

Climate fiction, or 'cli-fi,' is an urgent category of storytelling grappling with the reality of a changing planet. It explores the causes and consequences of climate change, offering narratives that help us make sense of our environmental future.

Claire Donovan·April 7, 2026