At the anchor march in NYC 25,000 marched and at 187 locations across the country people pointed to the billionaires as the source of the nation’s polycrisis: the loss of our democracy, the attack on immigrants and people of color, skyrocketing costs and the escalating climate crisis. The event garnered significant mainstream media coverage.
A toy solar car race, solar-popped popcorn, a sun singalong, a solar-powered space heater — 350Brooklyn’s Sun Day Celebration on September 21 had it all. Brooklynites had the chance to learn about residential and community solar opportunities from Brooklyn Solar Works, UPROSE, and Solar One. They listened to the music of Kyle Tigges and the Lost Goose String Band. Kids made art with The Brooklyn Painting School, and assembled solar-powered toy bugs. Solar may be in the crosshairs of the current administration in Washington, but it’s no longer a luxury good — it’s the cheapest way to make electricity. Stay tuned for the recording of our Sun Day panel discussion featuring Kat Trujillo of UPROSE, Solar One’s Roy Garzon, and Brooklyn College’s Professor Mike Menser. Here comes the sun!
New York Stands Up to Trump on Climate Town Hall
Friday, September 26 • 5:00 pm (Doors open 4:30 pm)
Church of the Village • 201 W 13th Street, New York, NY • Map
While the climate crisis accelerates and energy costs skyrocket, the federal government is ruthlessly boosting fossil fuels while suppressing renewables. Join Bill McKibben with New York City and State leaders at a locally-focused movement event during NYC Climate Week where we will envision what it would look like for New York to truly stand up to Trump on climate and for our future. Pre-registration required.
Tell NYS They MUST Protect our Climate Leadership & Community Protection Act!
Urge New York State to support our landmark climate law – the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act! Governor Hochul's agencies have drafted a State Energy Plan that would take us through 2040. But the draft as it is now won’t fully implement our amazing climate act – the CLCPA. Tell the State Energy Board that New Yorkers want bold action to lower pollution, lower utility bills, and make energy locally controlled. NY Renews has a one-click comment tool, as does New Yorkers for Clean Power. State agencies do respond to public pressure but to make this happen, we need everyone to weigh in! Comments are due by October 5th so send your comment today!
New York Gives In to Trump on Climate. Update on the Williams NESE project.
Last Thursday the Department of Public Service agreed with National Grid that the Williams NESE project should be part of its long-term gas plan. Although this is not as important legally as the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation)’s decision about issuing Williams a Water Quality Certificate, it is an indication that Governor Hochul supports building this huge fracked gas project that would run through the waters right off NYC. However, we are not giving up and you don’t need to either! Our plan is to keep the pressure on Governor Hochul and we need everyone to help. Call her to leave a message at 877-559-7809 and go to this website to send her online messages in opposition to this pipeline.
Power Hour Mondays 12 pm
Mondays • 12:00 noon • on Zoom
Your weekly dose of timely, relevant, and quick actions that advance state and local climate policy. We kick off the hour with a short intro briefing on our current campaign, then get to work calling and emailing our elected officials with specific, actionable requests. No experience necessary. We meet Mondays at noon on Zoom. Sign up here.
New to 350Brooklyn? Welcome!
Sunday, October 19 • 7:00 PM • on Zoom
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.
Changing Seasons, Changing Wardrobes. Consider the Climate!
Clothing is a source of human comfort, protection, and expression. But fashion accounts for nearly 10% of global carbon emissions – more than international flights and maritime shipping combined. There are better ways to fill our closets with the clothes we need and want. Check out our “Climate and Your Closet” web page for great tips!
FROM OUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS
Celebrate community at !WEPA! Festival
Saturday, September 27 • Roebling Street between S 4th St and S 2nd St, Brooklyn • Map
El Puente is a nonprofit focused on social justice and environmental justice for Latine and other communities of color. Each year, they host their !WEPA! festival, which is a joyous expression of the community and culture in Los Sures, the Southside of Williamsburg. Come celebrate community through a day filled with live Latine music, dance performances, arts activities for all ages, and more!
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.
