Sociology and the climate crisis: A momentum surge and the roots run deep.

The text discusses the Eastern Sociological Society's (ESS) 2024 Annual Meeting, which had a theme focused on the social aspects of the climate crisis. The conference featured various sessions and panels that explored sociological contributions to understanding and addressing the climate crisis. The text highlights the increasing integration of climate-related research and scholarship within the discipline of sociology, as well as the importance of building on prior work and fostering inclusivity within the field. The author encourages other professional associations to prioritize climate-related themes in their conferences and emphasizes the need for more diverse and accessible events. [Extracted from the article]