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November 7, 2024

THE CLIMATE MOVEMENT
NEWSLETTER & ACTION TOOLKIT
HOW WE WIN
The Sunrise Movement is providing training for those who want to learn more about hosting mass meetings centered around Sunrise’s long-term plan to help stop the climate crisis. This training will cover what a Trump presidency means for the movement and provide resources on how to organize accordingly. SIGN UP TODAY!
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BEYOND BUZZ WORDS
The clean energy world is growing fast, but the public doesn't know it. Jargon and bad messaging are blocking the spread of the good word — it’s time to speak the language of impact! JOIN THOUGHT LEADERS to learn the art of people-driven, data-backed storytelling.
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MAKE POLLUTERS PAY
The ultra-rich are living large, while the planet pays the price. URGE WORLD LEADERS: it’s time for the wealthiest polluters to provide funds for a fairer, cleaner world. Let’s tax their carbon footprint and support those most impacted by the climate crisis.
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HEY GOOGLE....
Google has the power to lead on climate action — but instead, the company is profiting off disinformation, greenwashing, and fossil fuel partnerships. While they make green pledges, they’re enabling the climate crisis from behind the scenes. DEMAND THE CEO take real action on the climate crisis and put people over profit.
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CLEAN SCHOOL BUSES
Zero-emissions electric buses are a huge step forward for schools across the country, made possible by the EPA’s program. But while progress is being made, the EPA MUST PRIORITIZE funding for kids breathing the dirtiest air!
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A DIGITAL WORLD
Can Artificial Intelligence ever be environmentally friendly? JOIN THE LUNCHTIME TALK to learn how AI intersects with the worlds of environmental justice and sustainability.
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MAKING HISTORY
The International Court of Justice is considering taking a position on what obligations governments have in protecting their citizenry from climate change. Now is the time to make your voice heard and make sure the global population is fully represented. TELL YOUR CLIMATE STORY!
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This is the spotlight for the heroes doing the most urgent work on climate.
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Colombian politician SUSANA MUHAMAD serves as the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development. As a former sustainability consultant for Shell Oil, she is now a leading advocate for environmental justice and promotes the transition away from fossil fuels.

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Colombian politician SUSANA MUHAMAD serves as the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development. As a former sustainability consultant for Shell Oil, she is now a leading advocate for environmental justice and promotes the transition away from fossil fuels.
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Climate Justice Activist HIKARU WAKEEL HAYAKAWA founded Climate Cardinals, a global youth-led organization that translates climate information into 100+ languages. He's a passionate advocate for language accessibility in climate science, ensuring everyone has the knowledge to combat climate change.

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Climate Justice Activist HIKARU WAKEEL HAYAKAWA founded Climate Cardinals, a global youth-led organization that translates climate information into 100+ languages. He's a passionate advocate for language accessibility in climate science, ensuring everyone has the knowledge to combat climate change.
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Climate justice activist and writer DOMINIQUE PALMER blends the arts, storytelling, and advocacy to fill the gap between the black community and the climate industry. She is the founder of the Youth Climate Justice Fund, the first youth-to-youth-led climate organization.

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Climate justice activist and writer DOMINIQUE PALMER blends the arts, storytelling, and advocacy to fill the gap between the black community and the climate industry. She is the founder of the Youth Climate Justice Fund, the first youth-to-youth-led climate organization.
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The climate crisis in pictures. Our lens is global.

Hurricane Rafael leaves Havana without power.

CBC.ca | 4 days ago
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Less than a month after Hurricane Oscar, Cuba was hit by Hurricane Rafael.

New York Times | 4 days ago
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Hurricane Rafael's winds reached 105 mph and knocked out Cuba’s entire power grid.

NPR | 3 days ago
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Empty streets in Cuba before Hurricane Rafael hits landfall.

The Guardian | 3 days ago
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10 million in Cuba without power following Hurricane Rafael.

NBC News | 4 days ago
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BEYOND THE LINEAR — Discover how a circular economy can revolutionize the way we produce, consume, and dispose of goods, reducing waste and protecting the environment through more conscious decision-making. (Water Bear)

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LOWERING YOUR BILL — Green Homeowners United is helping Wisconsin residents save money on their utility bills, and thanks to the Clean Energy Plan, the company is helping more people than ever before! (The YEARS Project) 

 

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THE CARBON ELITE — From private jets to superyachts, the super-rich are living a high-carbon lifestyle that is fueling the climate crisis, leaving the rest of us to pay the price. (Oxfam International)

 

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FIGHTING FIRE — Wildland firefighter Sarah Jakober shares her story as a U.S. Forest Service firefighter in Oregon in the midst of the climate crisis. (PBS NewsHour)

 

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HOT DOG! — Rainn Wilson serves from a hotdog stand in NYC. But customers have to say the quiet part out loud to order. What’s the catch? (Yellow Dot Studios)

 

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

Not long after Hurricane Helene dropped record amounts of rainfall, the U.S. is now grappling with unprecedented drought. Such is the world under climate change. As reservoirs dwindle and crops suffer, the future of water security is at risk.

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BIG CHONKUS

Scientists have discovered a tiny organism with a mighty appetite for carbon dioxide. This newly identified cyanobacterium, nicknamed Chonkus, could revolutionize carbon capture and help mitigate climate change.

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AN ERIE MENACE

Lake Erie is facing an increase in harmful alga blooms resulting from unsustainable farming practices. If those alga blooms get into the water supply, it could be deadly for both people and animals.

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SPACE CLEANUP

Trash in the oceans is projected to double by the end of the decade, but satellite technology may be able to direct the cleanups. How can it be done?

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FUTURE FOOD

MIT researchers are developing cutting-edge solutions to address climate change and food security. From drought-resistant seeds to microbial fertilizers, their work could reshape the future of agriculture.

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MICROBIAL MENACE

Methane released into the atmosphere is rising to dangerous levels. Scientists think they know where most of it is coming from. The answer might surprise you.

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THE GOOD TAX

Measure 2117 on the Washington ballot did not pass which is a huge win for climate! This would have blocked carbon tax credit trading and repealed the Washington Climate Commitment Act of 2021.

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THE GOLDEN FUNDS

California’s Proposition 4 passed! This act will authorize $10 billion of bonds for water, wildfire prevention, and land protection efforts.

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IN PLANE SIGHT

California is moving towards sustainable fuels after a deal made with some of the top passenger and cargo airlines in the country. The companies are pledging to meet about 40% of travel demand with fuels made from nonpetroleum feedstocks.

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SMALL VICTORIES

Look what the world can do when it works together. The ozone layer, essential for shielding Earth from harmful UV radiation, is gradually recovering. The smaller-than-average ozone hole in 2024 is a promising sign that the Montreal Protocol is working.

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LIGHTING THE WAY

Are even greener solar panels on the way? Stricter environmental standards for manufacturers are likely to drive industry innovation and reduce the already small carbon footprint of solar power.

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CAP-AND-TRADE

Trudeau is cracking down on Canada’s oil and gas emissions, sparking major pushback from Alberta. The plan’s cap-and-trade system means Big Oil may only pollute what it can pay for.

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THE GREED RUNS DEEP

President-elect Donald Trump plans to send fossil fuel companies profits higher than they already are while simultaneously cutting federal funding for renewable energy. What does this mean for U.S. climate policy and the world’s climate goals?

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CAMPAIGN WOES

The effects of climate change can be seen in the intensity of recent disasters worldwide. But why wasn’t this issue talked about more in the presidential campaign? Find out why the climate dilemma was avoided on the campaign trail.

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HEAR NO EVIL

A coalition of over 100 civil society organizations is urging the EU to exclude fossil fuel lobbyists from the upcoming COP29 climate talks, but will their letter make any difference? See the argument here.

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THE HUMAN COST

After intense flooding left 200 dead, the Spanish government is facing tough questions. Why were locals so unprepared? This problem is occurring around the globe as governments fail to comprehend the intensity of damage climate disasters can cause.

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COPPORTUNITY

The COP16 biodiversity summit is over, and the results are mixed. While progress was made for Indigenous communities, all mentions of fossil fuels were left out of the pledge. And worse, all mentions of fossil fuels were taken out without even a discussion.

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GUARDIANS OF THE SEA

The pristine coast of South Africa is under threat from oil giants and Indigenous communities are rising to defend their sacred lands and waters. Can they succeed in challenging the destructive forces of corporate greed?

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DIRTY TRICKS

The Inflation Reduction Act was the greatest clean energy bill in history, but the fossil fuel industry is trying to steal money from it. A loophole may allow polluters to divert money away from clean energy projects.

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BIG SODA TROUBLE

Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo and Coca-Cola for misleading consumers about the recyclability of their plastic bottles. Will they be able to hold these giants accountable?

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