I am pleased to announce that The Carbon Creed book preorder campaign begins today! After three (3) years of tireless writing and editing, I am ready to reveal my first published work to the world.
The Carbon Creed is a nonfiction book designed to help people and organizations identify and adopt the beliefs, values, and practices that lead to decarbonization.
My name is Walter L. McLeod, and I am the author of The Carbon Creed. I wrote this book because we are living in the Anthropocene, a time when humans are the dominant force on the Earth, changing the planet’s ecosystems and processes. This has led to human-induced climate change—the unsustainable warming of the planet caused by burning hydrocarbons and releasing greenhouse gases. Some people refuse to acknowledge the threat and urgency of the climate problem—to them climate change feels too overwhelming and defeating. But you must not accept that narrative.
My hope is that, in reading this book, you will discover your role in changing the common public climate narrative from fear to courage. In this book, I hope to instill in you the same sort of passion, determination and sense of purpose that I have for a vibrant, equitable, and sustainable Earth. Ultimately, I want you to see this book as a tool to help you live a carbon conscious life.
The Carbon Creed is your foundation on the journey to decarbonization. This book is organized around the following seven affirmations that will guide you on this path:
Ethics
Mindset
Science
Kinship
Habits
Accountability
Equity
You will love this book if you are willing to tackle and tame the climate narratives nestled in your head and heart. As you meditate on and practice the principles contained in the creed, your personal philosophy on carbon and climate will emerge. Your carbon consciousness will take shape. As you live your carbon truth, it will spread to others within your circle of influence.
Ultimately, The Carbon Creed is more than a book—it is a way of life that speaks to individuals and organizations searching for an inspirational guide to help them find the path to decarbonization.
Many people aspire to one day write a book worth reading. It has taken me more than three years to shape, refine, and distill my thoughts on carbon and climate into the written word. That’s why I’m proud to share The Carbon Creed with you and the rest of the world. My journey would not have been possible without the support of readers like you and those who believe in my message.
To help me successfully launch, publish, and distribute my book, I have partnered with New Degree Press (NDP). NDP provides a unique, community-powered book tour program that gives me the team, system, and author-cohort to be successful. As a book tour ticket holder, you can choose to attend one of four (4) in-person events or one (1) virtual event. The book tour cities will be announced following the pre-sale campaign and spread across the United States. Where possible, NDP will include other author(s) to create a special ‘mini-author conference’ style event for attendees. Private events will be scheduled separately.
NDP gave me a publishing team to help me produce and launch my book. I am working with:
A cohort of professional editors and a proofreader to further hone my book.
A marketing specialist to coach and support me in marketing efforts, and help me reach new audiences.
A layout designer to help with setup and formatting of my paperback and digital books.
An events specialist to help with the logistics and operation of my book tour launch, both virtual and live.
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My mission in writing this book is to provide a simple, yet powerful framework for people to decarbonize their lives. I truly want to make a difference in the world. Together, we have the power to transition to a sustainable future, and I would love to help you on your journey.
It is my hope that I will build a large and strong community to support the launching of this book and platform. I have created many special perks for those who show their support and join this pre-sale campaign.
I am also offering some exclusive rewards for people who buy a ticket to my book launch: All tickets include either a physical copy (softcover, paperback) or digital copy (ebook) when I publish and a handwritten thank-you note.
Your name will appear in the Acknowledgments section of my book (“with Special Thanks to”).
You will be invited to join my Author Community and get behind-the-scenes sneak peeks into the publishing process.
You will receive early access to the Introduction and some excerpts from my book.
You will have the opportunity to join my VIP list for future special events and releases.
Walter L. McLeod is a clean tech entrepreneur and investor. He is the founder and Managing Director of Eco Capitol Energy, a holding company with multiple subsidiaries and special purpose entities across the seven-state Mid-Atlantic Region.
Walter is passionate about the clean energy transition and motivating those around him to make a difference. To inspire more young people to pursue clean energy careers, he recently accepted the role of Professor of Practice at George Mason University in the College of Science. Walter believes it is critically important to prepare the next generation to lead a sustainable and equitable, decarbonized world. The Carbon Creed is his way to leave a written legacy and foundation that others can build upon.
When he isn’t spreading the carbon and climate gospel with others, Walter is an avid reader and sports enthusiast. He enjoys family visits to the beach and hiking in national parks. Walter is also the proud father of three amazing adult children and is married to the love of his life.
In addition to joining my Author Community, I would appreciate if you could help me spread the word:
Please share my pre-sale campaign on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn with your friends, family, and network. Please use #carboncreed and tag me as well as my publisher, New Degree Press, so we can help amplify your efforts. (See my handles below.)
Please recommend my book to five (5) friends, family members, or co-workers who you think would enjoy it via text or direct message on social media.
Well done Walter.
I will read it with great pride and circulate it amongst our fellow tribes persons.
Cheers.
Stuart
Thanks Stuart! I really appreciate your friendship and patronage. This is going to be a great journey!