The IRA & Electrification
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Why we are 350: Scientists overwhelmingly agree that 350ppm CO2 is the upper limit to sustain life as humans have lived it. For 800,000+ years atmospheric CO2 varied between roughly 180 to 280ppm ([link removed]) (graphic).
Look at the numbers: Mauna Loa Observatory ([link removed])
* Tuesday, May 9, 7PM: Meeting - The Inflation Reduction Act
* Friday, May 12, 12pm: Chase Bank Protest North
* Upcoming Events - We're going some places, will you join us?
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Friday, May 5, 2023
350 Milwaukee Meeting
Tuesday, May 9, 7 - 8:30pm
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The Inflation Reduction Act & Electrification
Phil Smith
Citizens' Climate Lobby - Waukesha Chapter ([link removed])
The presentation will summarize the expected reductions in greenhouse gasses resulting from the IRA along with the tax and point of sale rebates included in the act. Heat pump space heaters, heat pump water heaters, electric stoves, electric service upgrades, home weatherization, solar panels and electric vehicles will be discussed.
What is the IRA? (Hint: Not an Individual Retirement Account)
"The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 ([link removed]) is the most significant climate legislation in U.S. history, offering funding, programs, and incentives to accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy and will likely drive significant deployment of new clean electricity resources. Most provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 became effective 1/1/2023." - EPA
"The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) is a landmark^[1] ([link removed]) ^[2] ([link removed]) United States federal law ([link removed]) which aims to curb inflation ([link removed]) by reducing the deficit ([link removed]) , lowering prescription drug prices ([link removed]) , and investing into domestic energy production while promoting clean energy ([link removed]) ." - Wikipedia
A different view:
"A green energy firm with close ties to the White House ([link removed]) was among the very first companies to take advantage of tax incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Democrats' flagship climate package." - Fox News
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Time: Tuesday, May 9, 7 - 8:30pm
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Update on in-person meetings: The Steering Committee is looking at details.
350MKE Fridays for Future
Fridays from 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Chase & Wells Fargo Banks
Many banks (including Chase and Wells Fargo) are lending their depositor's money to fossil fuel companies to develop new fossil fuel production.
We want more people to be aware of this and hopefully change their bank or talk to the management!
We get honks and thumbs up from drivers and passersby. Some people stop and have a chat about what the banks are doing, or ask, "What is fossil fuel ([link removed]) ?"
We're alternating between two Chase Bank locations.
Chase Bank Calendar:
* Friday May 12 - Silver Spring Dr. & Lydell Ave. ([link removed])
* Friday May 19 - Wisconsin Ave. & Water St. ([link removed])
* Friday May 26 - Silver Spring Dr. & Lydell Ave. ([link removed])
* Friday June 2 - Wisconsin Ave. & Water St. ([link removed])
We have signs, or bring your own!
Masks and Physical Distancing as appropriate
No protest when below 20F, Winter Advisory, or wet snow/rain (signs are paper)
Upcoming
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JUNE 8 - 11
END THE ERA OF FOSSIL FUELS!
Right now, we are in a critical moment of escalation. In September of this year UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres is calling ([link removed]) for a global climate accountability summit in New York City where the explicit “ticket to entry” will be tangible action to keep fossil fuels in the ground.
End the Era of Fossil Fuels - Chicago! ([link removed])
Start: Friday, June 09, 2023, 11:00 AM
Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W Washington St, Chicago, IL
Host Contact Info: 350 Chicago -
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End Fossil Fuel Infrastructure ([link removed])
Start: Friday, June 09, 2023, 12:00 PM
Wisconsin Capitol, 2 E Main St, Madison, WI
Host Contact Info:
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Labor Day Weekend
LABOR DAY WEEKEND AT THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC
Do you dream of a lakeside vacation, with people of like mind, enjoying the weather, delicious Indigenous food, paddling, music, and an art build? It’s happening Labor Day Weekend at the Straits of Mackinac, and we’re invited!
* Oil & Water Don't Mix event ([link removed]) s
* 2023 Annual Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Walk ([link removed])
* Annual Bridge Walk ([link removed])
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