Author: Gareth Dale

In 2023, Europe faced record-breaking heatwaves, leading workers to demand protection from extreme heat. Employees in Athens and Rome went on strike, demanding better working conditions during peak heat. This highlighted the ancient connection between Hades, god of the dead, and modern-day climate crisis, symbolizing the accumulation of wealth at the expense of the planet. Despite calls for a green transition, greenhouse gases and global heating rates continue to rise due to institutional constraints prioritizing capital accumulation over environmental sustainability. Class struggle is at the heart of climate breakdown responses, with workers resisting transition costs and advocating for a habitable…