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September 19, 2024

THE CLIMATE MOVEMENT
NEWSLETTER & ACTION TOOLKIT
CLIMATE WEEK NYC
Next week is the annual Climate Week NYC, which rallies leaders from business, government, and civil society to highlight their commitments to climate action and the changes we need for a liveable future. CHECK OUT what events are happening — many are virtual! Let's put all eyes on climate next week!
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DANGEROUS HEAT, DEADLY JOBS
Farmworkers and construction workers are dying in the face of extreme heat. The Biden administration must intervene to prevent further tragedies. DEMAND the Department of Labor and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration implement a new heat standard rule that would require the protection workers deserve.
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EXXON EMPIRE
ExxonMobil is suing its own investors. The oil giant is taking unprecedented legal action against shareholders who called for stronger climate action. This is a clear attempt to intimidate investors and silence concerns about the company's role in the climate crisis. TELL EXXON TO STOP bullying climate advocates and actually do something for the climate crisis.
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UNDER-REGULATED
Carbon capture and storage projects, touted as climate solutions, often extend the life of fossil fuels and perpetuate pollution. These projects require building CO2 pipelines, which pose serious safety risks. DEMAND STRICTER REGULATION to protect people and the planet.
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FROM FIELDS TO POLICY
The U.S. Farm Bill is crucial to our food supply and conservation efforts, especially as climate change continues to alter agriculture. GO ON A VIRTUAL DEEP DIVE into the current and upcoming Farm Bill versions, their broad implications, and what can be done to make the Farm Bill a solution to climate change.
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TIAA EXPOSED
TIAA is a fund that manages trillions of dollars, $78 billion of which is invested in fossil fuels. It's also become the largest institutional owner of farmland and timberland in the world. JOIN Bill McKibben in Manhattan to RALLY IN SOLIDARITY with Black communities in Arkansas who have been impacted by TIAA’s climate destruction. Or ATTEND THE WEBINAR to learn more about the campaign against TIAA.
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This is the spotlight for the heroes doing the most urgent work on climate.
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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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Energy Justice Director for the Center for Biological Diversity JEAN SU was inspired to pursue climate justice after witnessing a series of devastating cyclones during her humanitarian work in Madagascar. After earning a law degree, she began leading campaigns to phase out fossil fuels and advocate for energy justice.

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Energy Justice Director for the Center for Biological Diversity JEAN SU was inspired to pursue climate justice after witnessing a series of devastating cyclones during her humanitarian work in Madagascar. After earning a law degree, she began leading campaigns to phase out fossil fuels and advocate for energy justice.
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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.

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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.
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The climate crisis in pictures. Our lens is global.

Storm Boris batters Central and Eastern Europe with torrential rain, leaving a trail of destruction as residents flee to safety.

Washington Post | 2 days ago
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Portugal battles a devastating wave of wildfires that have claimed lives, destroyed homes, and forced mass evacuations.

Associated Press | 29 days ago
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Typhoon Yagi's destructive floods have left Myanmar's infrastructure in ruins, threatening the country's recovery and stability.

BBC | 1 day ago
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A city already facing conflict, Maiduguri grapples with a new challenge: a monstrous flood that is destroying everything in its path.

New York Times | 2 days ago
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BEAUTY STANDARDS — Dove is flooding low-income communities with millions of single-use plastic sachets. This toxic waste is harming wildlife, polluting our oceans, and disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities. (Greenpeace)

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SUPERCHARGED JOBS — Did you know that EV batteries could be recycled? They can, and now we’re doing it right here in the United States, thanks to The Clean Energy Plan. (The YEARS Project)

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THE SH!TTHROPOCENE — Humanity’s consumption habits are having an impact on our planet. This satirical documentary takes a look at the reasons why we impulse buy and how we can change our habits. (Patagonia Films)

 

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BREWING BIODIVERSITY — Colombian coffee farms are known for their delicious beans, but are putting pressure on local biodiversity. Farmers and scientists are teaming up to find solutions that benefit everyone. (Smithsonian's National Zoo)

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MAKE POLLUTERS PAY —The news might not be shouting about it, but fossil fuel pollution is fueling record-breaking extreme weather. (Yellow Dot Studios)

 

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LIKE A BAD NEIGHBOR — Insurance companies should protect us from climate change, but did you know they're fueling it? Find out where they're investing our money and how they're leaving us unprotected. (QueerBrownVegan)

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Climate science can be overwhelming. Here’s your easy-to-share highlight reel.
SEISMIC CONSEQUENCES

Last year, scientists were baffled by something that caused the Earth to vibrate for nine days. They found that melting ice in Greenland triggered a huge landslide there. What does this unprecedented event reveal about the changes happening to our planet?

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RADICAL IDEAS

The climate crisis is pushing species to the brink, forcing scientists to consider drastic measures. Assisted migration, the practice of relocating species to new habitats, is a controversial but potentially necessary tool for preserving biodiversity.

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FIRE WATER

Wildfires aren't just destroying forests, homes, and communities. The plumes of smoke are affecting the health of faraway lakes, oceans, and the marine life within them. Find out how.

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FOREST OF FOOD

The Corn Belt is transforming as farmers are exploring innovative agroforestry practices. By combining trees and livestock, farmers are creating more sustainable and resilient agriculture, offering a promising path for the region’s future.

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SUPPLY AND DEMAND

A new study shows that the U.S. will experience more weather-related supply chain disruptions than any other country, with impacts on daily production in agriculture and manufacturing. How will that impact our economy?

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PAPER OR PLASTIC

A new study reveals that yes, plastic bag bans are having a positive impact on reducing ocean pollution. Data from the International Coastal Cleanup shows a significant decrease in the number of plastic bags collected in areas with bans in place.

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DEFYING THE ODDS

Norway has become a global leader in electric vehicle adoption, with electric cars now outnumbering gasoline-powered vehicles. The country's ambitious policies and incentives have paved the way for this significant shift towards sustainable transportation.

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NATURE'S VOICE

There could be a new voice in legislation: nature! A European Legal Association put forth a proposal for a planetary parliament to represent the interests of nonhuman plants, animals, and ecosystems to bring balance into politics.

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EVERYTHING’S BIGGER IN TEXAS

Could it be that Texas will have the most clean energy of any state in the nation? With their build out of wind, solar and grid-stabilizing batteries, Texas is well on its way to becoming #1.

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SUN POWERED SUPPER

Philadelphia’s ASPIRA students are learning the ins and outs of sustainable food production, all thanks to its new solar-powered greenhouse.

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THANK THE IRA

Biden’s green policies are driving both job growth and life-saving impacts. However, with the election approaching and Trump’s promise to dismantle the Inflation Reduction Act, this progress could be at risk.

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METHANE NO MORE

The Biden Administration has finalized new rules to reduce wasted fuel and emissions from oil and gas drilling on public lands, expecting to generate $51 million in revenue and $17.9 million in climate benefits annually.

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NO MORE ADS

For the first time ever, a city has banned fossil fuel ads. The Hague passed legislation ending advertising for high-carbon services which will go into effect at the start of next year.

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RESIDENTS VS. REFINER

Louisiana residents are reporting health problems from a massive Marathon refinery fire, yet the company is insisting that the accident poses no danger. Locals, however, are left wondering why they weren’t alerted sooner as toxic fumes seeped into their homes…

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DROWNING SEA

A burning oil tanker in the Red Sea following an attack by Houthi militants poses a significant threat to both the environment and international trade. The incident has raised alarms and calls for urgent action to prevent a major ecological disaster.

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BLOCKING METHANE

The Biden administration was about to impose a rule on the oil and gas industry to clean up their methane emissions, but a judge blocked it from going into effect in five oil and gas producing states.

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WHAT THE FRACK?

What the frack is fracking?!?! Fracking was a big topic during the most recent presidential debate, but what is it and why is it so controversial? Find out about this oily practice and the impacts it has on the environment and human health.

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PERCEPTIONWARE

A closer look at the fossil fuel industry’s climate strategies exposes a web of deception and misinformation. From failed technologies to misleading claims, these companies are using ‘perceptionware’ to delay real meaningful action on climate change.

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FROM BAD TO WORSE

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva visited the Amazon to address concerns over the region's worst drought in more than 40 years. Wildfires are sweeping across Brazil, affecting over 340,000 people and turning the rainforest from a carbon sink to a source.

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THREAT OF PROJECT 2025

MSNBC’s Chris Hayes speaks with climate experts about how Project 2025 would hamstring the federal government's ability to monitor the climate crisis, much less do anything to solve it. Sobering!

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CASE OF REVIVAL

Young plaintiffs have been fighting for years to hold the federal government accountable for its role in the climate crisis. After years of obstruction, the plaintiffs think they've now found a way to get their day in court.

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CARBON LEAKS

The oil and gas industry touts their ability to clean up their products with carbon capture and storage (CCS). But the first installed CO2 injection site has been found to be leaking, violating its permit. What does this mean for other CCS projects?

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