Poul Holm challenges the role and impact of humanities research in shaping societal change, calling for improvement in how findings are communicated to the wider public and advocating for a language that resonates with policymakers and stakeholders. Drawing from historical debates within environmental history, Poul Holm contends that humanities scholars must move beyond mere critique to actively contribute solutions and perspectives that resonate in the public sphere. It highlights the transformative potential of the humanities, despite challenges such as academic self-reflection and postmodernist skepticism. Ultimately, the article calls for a more articulate presentation of findings that demonstrate the relevance and social value of environmental-humanities research in addressing contemporary environmental challenges.