Thursday June 13 at 6:00 pm
Our plastic-free team will host a panel discussion on endeavors to move society to a more sustainable culture of environmental responsibility through campaigns and legislation. Panelists include Matt Gove of Surfrider NYC, Raine Manley of Reusable NYC, Rachana Shah of Beyond Plastics Queens, and Susan Boyle from 350Brooklyn.
Summer of Heat
June 10-14 Shutdown Citibank HQ!
We're using Civil Disobedience to shut down fossil fuels, will you Join Us? Summer of Heat starts with a bang, shutting down Citibank HQ June 10-14. Third Act will lead the Rocking Chair Brigade for Elders Day on the 13th. ALSO, do you have a room or couch to spare for activists joining from out of town? Please help our fellow activists, your generosity is greatly appreciated.
A warm welcome to our newest 350Bk members!
Sunday June 16th at 7:00 pm
We welcome new members every month with a Zoom gathering to showcase all the ways you can participate in effective climate action, whether you have a lot of time or just a little. We'll describe the many different work groups we have and the ways you can plug in to our actions. It's a relaxed and cheerful meeting, so bring your questions, and come!
Countdown to the Mermaid Parade! Collect! Drop off! Build!
Mermaid Parade Art Build, Saturday June 15,
Greenpoint Library, 12:30-4:30 pm
We'll be marching in the Mermaid Parade as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, raising awareness about plastic pollution! Want to help? First, collect bottle caps, container lids, snack food wrappers and chip bags, produce netting, bags and films, and utensils. Then, drop them off on June 9, 13 and 15. Want to help turn them into costumes and decor? Come to the art build at the Greenpoint Library Saturday June 15, 12:30-4:30 pm and lend your hands to help create this installation and accompanying costumes. No sign-up needed, but bring light-weight single-use plastic items!
March with us in the Coney Island Mermaid Parade!
Saturday June 22
Join 350 Brooklyn in collaboration with Artichoke Dance Company as we march in the parade as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. We need volunteers to carry banners and signs as well as to be part of our moving installation. This is a huge opportunity to raise awareness and recruit people to join the fight! Registration is necessary.
Join Power Hour on Wednesday, May 29th to fight disinformation!
Here we go again (again!) The real estate lobby is spreading disinformation about Local Law 97 and your legislator is the target. Join Power Hour on Wednesday May 29th 12-1 on zoom to fight disinformation and arm your legislator with facts. Local 97 is the nation's boldest municipal bill that aligns building codes with our climate goals. Buildings in New York City account for over 70% of greenhouse emissions, so this is big and will pave the way for other cities the world over. Join us in contacting our electeds.
Help us fight Mayor Adams’ budget cuts for climate action
Mayor Adams’ proposed budget cuts ignore our worsening climate crisis and the threat it poses to our youngest and most vulnerable New Yorkers. We're calling for green, healthy schools and clean buildings so that all New Yorkers have access to clean air, healthy learning environments, and safe workplaces. It only takes a few minutes to send an email and make a call in support.
Swimming against the plastic pollution tide
Climate Check's May episode is live
350 Brooklyn's podcast Climate Check has a new episode out! This time Eva is joined by Lynn Neuman, of Artichoke Dance Company, to discuss a plastic-free summer and the exciting events leading up to the Mermaid Parade on June 22nd. Listen to "Swimming Against the Plastic Pollution Tide" now!
FROM OUR FRIENDS AND ALLIES
Defend Local Law 97- A virtual briefing
June 12, 7pm - 8pm
In 2023, NYC passed its "Green New Deal for Buildings," Local Law 97, which requires large buildings to cut their greenhouse gas emissions steadily over time. Unable to block the bill itself, big real estate interests have now introduced a bill that would carve out so many exceptions to LL97 as to weaken it considerably. Find out how we can turn this threat back. Register for a virtual briefing by Food & Water Watch and other climate allies on Wednesday, June 12, from 7 to 8 pm.
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].
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.
