Beat the heat! Join the July monthly meeting
Tuesday, July 11 at 7:30PM on Zoom
As the climate crisis pushes temperatures into uncharted territory, with July 4th being the hottest day ever recorded in human history, what is the impact on our health, particularly for the most vulnerable? Join us at 350Brooklyn’s July monthly meeting to learn how three New York organizations–WE ACT for Environmental Justice, Trees New York, and the Public Utility Law Project of New York–are finding solutions to beat the heat.
Support offshore wind! Learn more at the City Action meeting
Wednesday, July 12 at 8PM on Zoom
Join 350Brooklyn's City Action Committee for an update on the Beacon Wind project to learn about the environmental impact assessment process and how we can get clean, renewable wind energy into our grid ASAP. Share talking points and learn how to submit your comments online, or get ready to speak at one of three upcoming in-person and virtual hearings. Send an email to [email protected] if you'd like to join! (No need to email if you already get our City Action emails - we'll send the link there!)
Announcing the March to End Fossil Fuels
Planning meeting Saturday, July 15, 1-2:30PM in Williamsburg
We march Sunday, September 17 in NYC!
The March to End Fossil Fuels, taking place Sunday, September 17, will mark the start of the UN Sustainability Summit. Called for by UN Secretary General António Guterres, one of the most forceful international voices demanding action on climate change and climate and progressive organizations across New York City will be organizing all summer to ensure a huge turnout! The People vs. Fossil Fuels (PvFF) workgroup will be leading the organizing effort for 350Brooklyn and we hope you can join us! To kick off the organizing effort, our first in-person planning meeting will be in Williamsburg on Saturday, July 15 from 12 - 1:30PM. Email [email protected] to RSVP and for the meeting address.
Are you new? Come to our next welcome orientation
Sunday, July 16 at 7PM on Zoom
Our volunteers work on many different projects. Some volunteer often, others just once in a while--it's all good. Come to our monthly orientation and discover the possibilities. Long-time 350Brooklyn members Sarah and Delia will talk about the range of things we do and answer your questions. Register for orientation to receive a Zoom link.
The heat is on: Sign up for weekend tabling this summer
The World Meteorological Organization has predicted that 2023 may well be the hottest summer on record, and we're already seeing evidence of that. 350Brooklyn will be out in neighborhoods on weekends all summer to share information about what people can do to cope with the heat, and what they can do to address the larger problem, global warming. Want to help? No experience necessary–we've got all the info you need. Sign up to join in!
Did you miss it? Listen to our latest "Climate Check: Stories and Solutions" podcast
On our latest episode of Climate Check, Raine Manley recounts her journey from frustration to action as she tackles plastic waste here in New York City. NYC recently passed "Skip the Stuff," a law that requires restaurants to include single-use utensils, condiments, napkins, and extra containers only if the customer asks for them. Simple and sweet! A member of the Reusable NYC coalition and the Regional Digital Campaign Director at the Natural Resources Defense Council, Manley shares the work those organizations did–and continue to do–to rein in plastic pollution and help save the planet.
FROM OUR FRIENDS AND ALLIES
Utility Rate Case 101
Tuesday, July 25 at 5:30PM at 208 W. 13th Street, NYC and on Zoom
Join Sane Energy Project, Earthjustice, Alliance for a Green Economy, and the Public Utility Law Project of New York for a workshop on intervening in a utility rate case for racial, economic, and ecological justice. We will learn strategies and plans to push back on National Grid's proposal to raise our utility bills by expanding and extending the life of their decrepit facility at the head of the North Brooklyn pipeline, a project that would fill our streets with new pipelines that would leak gas for five decades. Sign up to join this event in person or virtually.
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.
City Action Committee works to make our city a leader in setting and implementing climate policies that improve life for all NYC residents, especially frontline communities. Our current campaigns include zero-waste legislation, green transportation, healthy buildings, and renewable energy. You can join us weekly online for Power Hour, where we call, tweet, submit testimony, and email our legislators to push for specific climate legislation and action. Evening Power Hours are all about learning, writing, and advocating.
Use this google form to connect with City Action.
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].
The Climate Idea Exchange works to deepen public understanding of the climate crisis, breaking it down into manageable topics and offering resources for local action. We work both independently and in collaboration with Brooklyn Public Library. A current project is Climate Chat: A Chance to Connect, a group conversation designed for turning our grief, anger, and fears about the climate crisis into a source of action and joy. Contact 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].
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].
People vs. Fossil Fuels/350BK is an action focused-group that works with the national PvFF coalition calling on President Biden to declare a climate emergency, stop approving fossil fuel leases and exports, and support the work of frontline communities across the country. Join us to have fun while we fight the black snake! Learn about the national coalition: peoplevsfossilfuels.org. Email: [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].
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.
