REMINDER that Williams Transco (Gas Company) has again submitted a proposal, via Donald Trump’s directive, to build the same fracked gas pipeline we defeated five years ago…And WE STILL NEED TO ACT FAST to STOP IT! Here’s how:
Power Hour: Stop the Williams Pipeline Special Editions on July 28
Special Williams Pipeline edition: Monday, July 28 • 8:00 PM • on Zoom
Weekly Power Hour: Mondays • 12:00 noon • on Zoom
Join our weekly 12 PM Monday Power Hour, where we convene on Zoom to contact decision makers about urgent climate campaigns. Power Hour is Low Pressure and High Impact – join when you can, stay as long as you can!
On Monday July 28, we'll use a special 8 PM session to flood the Department of Conservation with comments opposing the Williams Pipeline. If you haven't written your comments by then, join us! If you have, join us to call friends, family, and other 350Brooklyn members to make sure they get theirs in.
August Welcome Meeting
Sunday, August 17 • 7:00 PM • on Zoom
New to 350Brooklyn? Welcome! Once a month we host an informal orientation covering all the ways you can take action with 350Brooklyn. Come for a conversation with an old hand. Everyone is welcome! Register here to attend orientation.
FROM OUR FRIENDS AND ALLIES
Climate Reality Project NYC chapter meeting: An Opportunity for Large-Scale Impact on NYC Building Emissions
Tuesday, July 22 • 6:30 PM • on Zoom
As NYC Climate Activists we know that our buildings account for nearly 70% of the city’s emissions, and that is why it is so important you understand Local Law 97. The Climate Reality Project NYC Metro Chapter invites you to their meeting on LL97: "An Opportunity for Large-Scale Impact on NYC Building Emissions." Joseph Staluppi from the NYC Accelerator presents on what Local Law 97 is, how it fits into NY state and NYC’s climate goals, how to find out where your building stands and how to get on the right path to meet emissions targets over the coming years.
NYC2030 Energy Retrofit Webinar
Thursday, July 24 • 6:30 PM • on Zoom
NYC2030, a non-profit partnership of stakeholders dedicated to collaborative, community-scale climate progress, will assist Multi-Family and Residential-Commercial properties with energy retrofits. Property owners and managers, register for this Zoom meeting and see how NYC2030 can work with you from start to finish.
Gulf South to Global South: Climate Justice without Borders
Monday, July 28 • Wednesday, July 30 • Friday, August 1
In person • Locations and info on website
Gulf South climate leaders and migrant leaders from the Global South are joining forces against Trump-backed Big Oil billionaires who profit off the destruction of communities across the globe. Join this week of action in solidarity with the Gulf South, which is ground zero for the boom in liquefied natural gas (LNG) production, reeling from a decades-long history of toxic dumping, and communities especially at risk from higher temperatures, rising sea levels, and more intense hurricanes. Register online for the art build, Toxic Billionaire Tour and Citibank shutdown.
Cabaret: “What the Cut?”
Tuesday, July 29 • 7:00 PM
Caveat Theater • 21A Clinton St, NYC
Come to "What the Cut" edition of the Antifascist Cabaret. Original music and skits will take down the bullies who brought us this disaster, and our experts will make clear just what they’ve handed us. This bill tries to destroy the green energy industry. Let’s make the Trumpers OWN IT. This cabaret will entertain, enlighten, enrage, and ACTIVATE. Get your tickets now! P.S.: If you get tickets through the Theater Development Fund, you can get them for just $11!
Maison Jar: 10% off for 350Brooklyn members!
Offer applies through end of August
Our friends at Maison Jar, a low-waste refillery and grocery store located in Greenpoint, are offering 10% off for 350Brooklyn customers from now thru the end of August! Simply say “350Brooklyn” at checkout. Learn more about the store here!
Get involved in one of our workgroups!
350Brooklyn is volunteer-powered. At the heart of these efforts are our campaigns and committees. Follow the links below for more information on how to join.
Arts, Ideas, and Events organizes special events and field trips; identifies topics and arranges speakers for 350Brooklyn member meetings; and creates art, props and costumes for rallies and parades. We welcome your ideas and talents. Email us at [email protected].
Climate Check Stories and Solutions is 350Brooklyn’s podcast. Each monthly episode breaks down the climate crisis through conversations with local climate activists and community organizers. We discuss individual climate stories and pinpoint policies and local actions that can lead us to a healthier climate and a more just society—from fighting pipelines to working with nature and everything in between. Email us at [email protected].
350BK Families is part of the Climate Families NYC coalition, which aims to make climate activism accessible to parents and families. Our activities bring children, youth, and their adults together to fight for a livable future in age appropriate ways. Email us at [email protected].
Facing the Future: Building Resilience to Climate in NYC is a series of talks, workshops, tours, and conversations about building resilience in NYC in the face of the climate crisis. Volunteers working on this series could play many roles: developing individual programs, finding speakers, securing venues, researching supporting material for web pages, leading sessions or breakout groups, promoting it on social media and traditional media. Email us at [email protected].
Legislation focuses on passing significant climate legislation in Albany and in Washington. We develop relationships with local officials, research key issues, and participate in tactics like rallies and phone relays. Email [email protected].
The Media Committee is 350Brooklyn's all-around in-house media team. We write copy, design graphics, run 350BK's social media channels and website, edit our biweekly community newsletter, and oversee creative initiatives like the new 350Brooklyn e-magazine Parts Per Million. Get in touch at [email protected].
Plastic Free works to eliminate plastic pollution and reduce reliance on single-use plastic products. We meet monthly via Zoom, and work on a variety of projects including legislative lobbying efforts, campaigns promoting going plastic free, and neighborhood efforts to reduce waste. Email us at [email protected].
Power Hour is a weekly session of phone-calling power. Each week we convene on Zoom to call, email, and tweet at our elected leaders about a different climate or environmental justice issue prioritized by 350BK and our allies. Power Hour is designed to be high impact, but low pressure and low commitment. Join us every week as a way to routinize your climate activism, or come only on weeks when you’re free. Email us at [email protected].
No time but able to donate? While we are an affiliate of 350.org, we are programmatically independent and our financial support comes solely from our members. Can you offer financial support, at any level? Donate here.
