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IPCC Report: Thoughts and Feelings
Let’s start off with this: What’s the deal with this IPCC report I keep hearing about? The IPCC is the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Basically, some of the good science-based folks at the United Nations assess what’s happening to the world regarding climate change. … And those good folks just released their latest findings. […]
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Volunteer Opportunity: Tabling on Electrification
We have some tabling opportunities coming up to help educate our community about electrification. In case you want a short briefing on what that is yourself, check out this blog. We can use help getting the word out at two events: The Sacramento Home and Garden Show, October 8-10 Elk Grove Energy Expo, October 23 […]
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Newsletter: August 19-26
The Time is now! The milestone Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report and recent Senate passage of the infrastructure bill is a reminder that our commitment to climate and social justice is essential right now. 350 Sacramento continues to be an organization that helps each other adapt in an unpredictable world. No individual can do everything, but together we can do a lot. We are thankful […]
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Action Alert! Create a California Zero-Emission Vehicle Authority
ACTION ALERT! SB551 would create the California Zero-Emission Vehicle Authority to ensure an equitable and efficient transition to electric transportation infrastructure. The bill is up in Assembly Appropriations this Thursday, August 19, 2021. “Senate Bill 551, introduced by Senator Stern (D-Los Angeles) at the request of the Transportation Electrification Partnership & LACI, would create the […]
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Refill Madness partners with 350 Sacramento
Written by Roula E. Refill Madness shop owner Sloane Read has partnered with us in asking her patrons to get involved with 350 Sacramento and contribute to our cause. Please be sure to thank Sloane for supporting our organization when you shop at her store. Refill Madness is a Soap Refillery and Zero Waste Shop […]
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Newsletter: August 5 -12
Though institutions continue to underestimate the impact of drought and climate chaos, 350 Sacramento is doubling down on its efforts for smarter policies to ensure a future worth living. Events and opportunities for participation appear below. Our amazing Climate Action Plan (CAP) Team is watching for the County Climate Action Plan draft coming out in late August. Thanks […]
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Event: A Conversation With Climate Scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe
It’s time to talk about climate change! The Renaissance Society at California State University, Sacramento is pleased to invite you to an exciting and thought-provoking presentation by Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, climate scientist. We’ll discuss what we can do about climate change as stewards of the planet. All educational, environmental and faith-based organizations are welcome. When: […]
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Strong CAP Petition Sent to Supervisors
We’ve now sent each Sac County Supervisor a 350 Sacramento Petition endorsed by their constituent and with most sent from a District resident. The Petitions ask the Supervisors to make sure the County adopts a strong Climate Action Plan (CAP), consistent with the County’s Climate Emergency Declaration and fully exercising the County’s authority to reduce […]
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Volunteer Highlight: The Climate Report Radio Show
Written by Dale S. Did you know that the Climate Report has been a weekly community radio show for 350 Sacramento for at least 6 years now? It was started back around 2015 by Steve S., a volunteer who started a 30-minute show with Access Sacramento. Steve needed some help managing recorded shows, so I […]
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Act now: Remind Senators that we are watching them on climate action
In just a few days, Senators will be voting on a package that contains some key climate measures, including climate policies as well as programs for health care, education, immigration, and more. The Budget Reconciliation package and it may be our last, best chance to pass strong federal climate legislation for the next decade. Therefore, […]
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