An international nonprofit founded by scientists and global citizens to raise awareness and find solutions for humanity’s existential emergencies. CHF aims to inform society about these threats, develop solutions, urge policymakers to agree on survival plans and share knowledge on addressing these risks. Major risks include global overheating, poisoning, weapons of mass destruction, resource scarcity, food insecurity, ecological breakdown, pandemics, overpopulation, uncontrollable technologies, and mass delusion.
Focus areas:
Publications:
- Books
- Videos
- HIGHLIGHTS:
- Roundtable Report (July 2024, 32p.) – Proposed solutions include a Global Action Plan, stronger global governance, and systemic thinking. The roundtable stressed the need for urgent global action to save the planet. It warns of a potential poly-crisis becoming a permacrisis due to climatic and social tipping points. They propose the Climate Triad as a solution: emission reduction, greenhouse gas removal, and direct climate cooling. Restoring 20th-century temperatures could reduce global damage, stabilize the climate, and foster cooperation.
- Earth System Treaty – Aims to provide an international legal framework to protect and restore the Earth’s system, ensuring human survival and well-being. Its key components include a plan to combat climate change, restore ecosystems, operate a circular economy, and reduce chemical pollution. It invites nations, individuals, corporations, and organizations to sign the treaty, promoting global collaboration.
