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September 12, 2024

THE CLIMATE MOVEMENT
NEWSLETTER & ACTION TOOLKIT
COME DOWN OR SHUTDOWN
Leaders from Louisiana and Texas have spent months trying to schedule an in-person meeting with Citi execs to discuss the impacts their bank's financing of fossil fuels is having on communities across the Gulf. Those messages have been left on read. COME ON DOWN TO CITI's HQ to demand the bank discuss the urgent need for change.
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MAKE POLLUTERS PAY
A groundbreaking bill is aiming to hold the largest fossil fuel companies responsible for the climate crisis. The Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act would require these companies to pay $1 trillion over the next 10 YEARS for climate mitigation and adaptation efforts. TELL YOUR SENATORS about it now!
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GOLDEN GREED
Over 500 miles of crucial salmon rivers and essential climate buffer zones are at risk from expanding gold mining in Alaska and British Columbia. DEMAND that Canada freeze all mining activities in the region until proper consultations with the Indigenous stewards of these lands and watersheds have been completed.
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#NOWFORFUTURE
The September 2024 global climate strike is almost here and it's gonna be huge! Find out how you can be a part of it by searching for a LOCAL STRIKE NEAR YOU. They're all scheduled for around September 20th but check local groups for specific times and dates.
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ELECTRIFY NOW
Upgrading your HVAC system is a major investment, so don’t you want to make sure it’s done right? JOIN THIS WEBINAR to learn how to find the perfect contractor for electrification projects, like installing a heat pump water heater or preparing your home for an EV.
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SPEAK UP FOR THE GIANTS
Old-growth forests need protection, and now you have a chance to make your voice heard! The Forest Service is opening the floor to public feedback on their plan to manage old-growth forests across the U.S. Your insights are crucial as we shape the future of these vital ecosystems. COMMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED until September 20th so get on it before it’s too late!
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This is the spotlight for the heroes doing the most urgent work on climate.
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Scientist, researcher, and water engineer CHARITIE ROPATI studies the intersections of plant ecology, permafrost, and cultural resilience in coastal Native communities at Columbia University. She also encourages young Indigenous girls to pursue careers in STEM with her organization lilnativegirlinSTEM.

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Scientist, researcher, and water engineer CHARITIE ROPATI studies the intersections of plant ecology, permafrost, and cultural resilience in coastal Native communities at Columbia University. She also encourages young Indigenous girls to pursue careers in STEM with her organization lilnativegirlinSTEM.
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Co-founder & Program Director of the FireGeneration Collaborative, RYAN REED, is reshaping fire policy through his dual roles as a wildland firefighter and Indigenous fire practitioner. He is the youngest and only wildland firefighter on the federal advisory committee revising the Northwest Forest Plan, balancing the need for fire suppression with the promotion of beneficial fires.

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Co-founder & Program Director of the FireGeneration Collaborative, RYAN REED, is reshaping fire policy through his dual roles as a wildland firefighter and Indigenous fire practitioner. He is the youngest and only wildland firefighter on the federal advisory committee revising the Northwest Forest Plan, balancing the need for fire suppression with the promotion of beneficial fires.
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Artist, illustrator, and climate activist TOLMEIA GREGORY serves as the Associate Creative Director for Clean Creatives, advocating against fossil fuel advertising. She aims to engage and educate others on environmental and social justice issues through her digital art and inspire others to envision a more radical future.

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Artist, illustrator, and climate activist TOLMEIA GREGORY serves as the Associate Creative Director for Clean Creatives, advocating against fossil fuel advertising. She aims to engage and educate others on environmental and social justice issues through her digital art and inspire others to envision a more radical future.
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CENTER STAGE — Both Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris were pressed on their climate change strategies during the presidential debate. Where do they stand? (PBS News)

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NOT GOING PLACES — Times Square is a great place to check out all the latest advertisements. But when it comes to Toyota, there's just one problem …  (The YEARS Project)

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FIRE LINES — In California, climate change and decades of forest mismanagement fueled catastrophic wildfires. But amidst the devastation, one group is reimagining the trail system to find hope and solutions. (Patagonia)

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UNDERWATER PROJECTS — Norfolk, VA, home to many historically Black communities, is also susceptible to sea level rise. Watch how the locals are facing this threat every day and what you can do to help. (Think 100% FILMS)

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CROWNED JEWELS — Journey through threatened forests in Crown Jewels, a powerful documentary exploring the critical role of old-growth forests and the activists working to save them. (Alex Haraus)

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TOXIC ART — Toxic sludge from abandoned coal mines is poisoning streams in Southeast Ohio, but these professors are finding a creative way to get the word out and find solutions. (Rivers are Life)

 

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Climate science can be overwhelming. Here’s your easy-to-share highlight reel.
WHAT A FUN-GI

Fungi have been long forgotten in the conservation conversation, but saving them may mean saving ourselves. With fungi extinction on the horizon, researchers and mycological advocates are rushing to the rescue.

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SELLING UGLY VEGETABLES

As much as 20 percent of produce ends up in a landfill just because of cosmetic imperfections. Researchers found that advertising this produce with fun names and googly eyes actually causes sales to shoot up!

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BRIDGE TROUBLES

Extreme heat and flooding can cause bridges to “fall apart like Tinkertoys.” Learn the details of this quiet but growing infrastructure threat, and how it is shaking up the safe movement of people in different cities.

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WHAT IS BIOCRUST?

Have you ever heard of biocrust? This community of tiny organisms living on the topsoil of arid landscapes are vital for Earth’s ecosystems and help prevent erosion. Find out what other superpowers these small but mighty beings have!

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SUPER SOLAR FARMS

Solar farms may help solve two crises at once: climate and biodiversity. Research groups are creating pollinator-friendly solar fields with native plants and are seeing stunning results. Insects, birds, and diverse plants are making a comeback.

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COOL DOWN CANADA

Canada’s wildfires last year produced more carbon than almost any country. This could upend key calculations on the pace of global warming. How worried should we be?

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GRIST 50

From arts to tech and agriculture to policy, the 2024 GRIST 50 list is here. The Climate media-non-profit has selected the top climate leaders who are creating innovative solutions and fighting against harmful industries for a better future.

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A RIVER REBORN

In a historic victory, four dams on the Klamath River have been removed, allowing salmon to swim freely for the first time in over a century. This is a significant step towards environmental justice and the preservation of Indigenous culture.

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WAVE OF CHANGE

In a groundbreaking move, the coastal city of Linhares, Brazil, has granted legal rights to ocean waves. This decision aims to protect the waters from environmental disasters and set a precedent for others around the world to follow.

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POWERING CHANGE

The Department of Energy is spending half a billion dollars to create a “green bank” that will fund renewable ventures throughout rural america. It’s a complicated process, but the results could be huge. See the details here.

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WAKE-UP CALL

South Korean youth activists just scored a huge win! A court ruled that parts of South Korea’s current climate law violate the rights of future generations. After advocating for many years, this ruling is a major turning point.

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BILLIONS FOR RURAL

President Biden is set to invest over $7 billion in rural America’s clean energy future, powering 5 million homes and cutting over 43 million tons of emissions. That’s the equivalent of taking 10 million gas-powered cars off the road.

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FROM IMPORT TO EXPORT

The U.S. solar industry is experiencing a major growth spurt, thanks in large part to the Inflation Reduction Act. Domestic capacity for producing solar modules has nearly quadrupled in just two years, reducing the country's reliance on foreign imports.

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ECOCIDE

The island nations of Vanuatu, Fiji, and Samoa are petitioning for “ecocide” to be recognized as a crime, right up there with genocide. If they are successful, causing long-term damage to the environment will finally come with serious consequences.

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PUSH PAUSE ON LNG

Climate activists applauded when Biden paused methane exports, but the Biden administration has given the greenlight to an energy facility to ship LNG fuel abroad, including to countries without free trade agreements. Why the shift?

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UNIVERSITY OF BIG OIL

Is academia funded by Big Oil? A new study found hundreds of instances around the world where fossil fuel funding may have interfered with research. Hundreds of universities are involved. Read here to see the horrifying details.

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ELECTRIC DREAMS

Half a century ago, California almost banned gas-powered cars. It was an extremely popular movement that is hardly known today. And it was the fight of one senator against the pollution caused by combustible engines… who almost won.

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UNFINISHED BUSINESS

The Biden Administration has been working to protect workers from heat, limit gas-fired power plant emissions, and restrict the release of toxic chemicals. But time is running out! What will happen when the next administration takes office?

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BERKELEY’S BAN

After failing to ban fossil fuel gas altogether, Berkeley, California has a new approach which would tax large buildings based on their gas consumption. If it passes this November, it will be the first of its kind in the US.

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WE’RE NOT BUYING IT

Is climate change causing higher energy bills? More than 25 rallies protesting utility companies' lack of climate action have occurred throughout the country. Read how climate change could be raising your bills and why so many are fed up.

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A SOLAR DILEMMA

Solar is a booming industry in the United States, but it’s also become a point of controversy as China continues to flood the market with cheap panels. The trade war with China is more than one industry, but renewable energy is paying the price.

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FASHION EMPIRE

Shein’s AI-powered business model has made it a leader in fast fashion … but that’s not a good thing. Shein doubled its emissions in 2023 making it the largest polluter in the entire industry. Is there a way to reverse course?

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