Jessica Reznicek, 35, and Ruby Montoya, 27, both of Des Moines, held a news conference Monday, Sept. 26, outside the Iowa Utilities Board’s offices, where they provided a detailed description of their deliberate efforts to stop the pipeline’s … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2017
COCAP Revolution—Building the “We” Economy, Oct 9-10
The focus of this fourth annual COCAP (Community Capital) conference is Building The We Economy. This two-day conference will examine strategies for building a local regenerative economy that creates equity and well-being for all, highlighting … [Read more...]
Sunflower Alliance Meeting, Oct 8
Please join us for our regular bi-weekly Sunflower Alliance meeting. We'll discuss current campaigns and strategies for the future. We need your participation and your voice! Newcomers and old friends welcome. WHEN Sun, Oct 8, 1 - 3 … [Read more...]
Medical Aspects of Climate Disruption, Oct 17
Climate activist and oncologist Dr. Jan Kirsch will address the global health effects of climate disruption, including the medical impacts of heat waves and floods, the spread of infectious disease, water and food insecurity, as well as psychological … [Read more...]
Oil Money Out Training Webinar, Sept 27
On Wednesday night, Oil Money Out is hosting an O$O Advocacy Training Webinar for environmental leaders throughout California who are determined to get oil money out of politics. Learn how to make your voice heard in Sacramento and conduct effective … [Read more...]
No Coal in Oakland Meeting, Oct 12
Come to the next meeting of No Coal in Oakland to hear about campaigns to support the City in keeping coal out of Oakland On December 7, developer Phil Tagami filed suit against the City of Oakland seeking to overturn the … [Read more...]
Tell Gap to Drop the Chamber of Commerce, Oct 5
Tell the Gap to put its money where its mouth is and stop funding the US Chamber of Commerce. The Gap says it's in favor of climate action and equal pay for women, but it continues to fund the Chamber, which opposes action on climate change as well … [Read more...]
The Cap and Trade Scam: Video and Slides from the Forum
Learn how California's new cap and trade policy fails us -- allowing industries to continue emitting heat-trapping gases while they damage the health of their neighbors, mostly low-income communities of color. Watch the video and check out the … [Read more...]
Rally to Support the Off Fossil Fuels Act, Sept 19
Come to a rally to start building support for a new federal bill calling for transition to 100% renewable energy by 2035, with an 80% interim benchmark by 2027. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D, HI) introduced the Off Fossil Fuels for a Better Future Act (HR … [Read more...]
Climate is Local: Zoning Out Fossil Fuels, Webcast Sept 20
Our neighbors in the Pacific Northwest have been successfully implementing local strategies against the fossil fuel infrastructure -- more important now than ever, as the federal government promotes climate destroyers. Hear about our northern … [Read more...]
How Will We Get Home from Bus or BART? Workshop, Sept 28
We need to increase the use of public transportation -- but how will people get to the bus stop or transit station? Planners call this the first mile/last mile problem and it's crucial to our climate and environmental future. The City of Richmond … [Read more...]