New York is failing, badly, to meet its own mandates under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. Governor Hochul is questioning the law altogether and has even squashed congestion pricing, the best hope for shoring up mass transit and reducing transportation emissions in NYC. What's going on? How can we fight back? Join us in person this month at First Unitarian's magnificent, accessible sanctuary at 121 Pierrepont Street in Brooklyn Heights to learn more.
Support Climate Check as they show their work
Saturday, September 14 from 3:30 - 5 pm
Brooklyn Public Library's Recording Studio is where 350Brooklyn's podcast, Climate Check: Stories and Solutions, is recorded! Now, the library has invited Climate Check leader Eva Dean, along with other recording studio users, to share how the space has been utilized in a series called "Show Your Work!" There'll be film, music, and light refreshments. Come join the party and show your support!
A warm welcome to our newest 350Bk members!
Sunday, September 15 at 7 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! Register to join us in a few weeks online.
The Arts Ideas Events Work Group’s art build!
Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30 pm
350Brooklyn's Arts Ideas Events work group will build cardboard models and other props to promote our Renewable Brooklyn College project. Join us at 6:30pm at a studio in Gowanus for art-making, planning further activities, and snacks. Email [email protected] for location details.
Join Power Hour to get back to the future!
Mondays, 12 - 1 pm
Join Power Hour every Monday from 12-1pm on zoom. New York is falling behind on our mandated climate goals and we need to hold those working in Albany accountable. Let's make our representatives fall in love with climate legislation again (or for the first time for some.) We provide everything you need, all you have to do is show up. Sign up to take action with Power Hour to get back to the future!
The Plastic Free Committee's in-person meeting
Monday, September 23 from 5 - 6pm
As consumers in our modern world, we may like the convenience that plastic offers, but it's important to know that 99% of plastic comes from fossil fuels, making its production one of the biggest contributors to the climate crisis. The plastic free workgroup aims to educate on and eradicate single use plastics from everyday use. Our upcoming meeting agenda includes a cafe crawl training and a discussion of actions to support NY state better bottle bill legislation! Join us at the Central Library at 10 Grand Army Plaza, we’ll be seated at a cafe table in Emma's Torch Cafe.
Climate Justice Lives Here Festival
Saturday, September 28 from 2 - 7 pm
A gathering marking the 10th anniversary of the 2014 People’s Climate March with music, performances, learning circles, and more. Be sure to stop by the 350Brooklyn table or help us staff! Email [email protected] to volunteer and Rsvp online join the festival fun.
Save the date: Solarpunk Party fundraiser
Thursday, October 17 from 7:30 - 10 pm
Solarpunk: imagine cities lush with plant life and completely powered by clean energy. Imagine a sharing economy and a society focused on harmony with the natural world. This is the world envisioned by the solarpunk movement. On October 17, Brooklyn SolarWorks will host a 350Brooklyn fundraiser on its roof in Gowanus. We’ll share food and drink and music and conversation and fun under the night sky. Tickets to our Solarpunk Party will go on sale on September 24 and our on-line auction with a wonderful array of items will go live on October 2. So pick out your best thrift-shop finds and prepare to party!
Sign the petition for the Climate Change Superfund Act
Modeled on the federal Superfund toxic waste law, the Climate Superfund Act holds big polluters financially responsible for the damages they have caused. It would require big fossil fuel companies to pay $3 billion a year for 25 years for extreme weather damage repairs, resilience infrastructure upgrades, and programs to protect New Yorkers from flooding, extreme heat and hurricanes. New York City alone is facing billions in costs for protecting the subways and mitigating storm damage to our shorelines, for example. The NYS Senate and Assembly passed the bill this past session but Governor Hochul has to respond. Sign the petition urging her to sign the Climate Superfund Act.
Sign the petition for the TREES Act
The TREES Act will prohibit New York State state agencies from purchasing goods linked to tropical deforestation. It has been passed by majorities in the Assembly and Senate two years in a row and Governor Hochul has refused to sign it, choking the democratic process and arresting progress on climate solutions that don't cost the taxpayer a dime. Signing this petition will email the Governor to urge her to sign this important legislation into law. This is a small step for New York State to take with a massive global impact on rainforest ecosystems, climate change, and indigenous communities. Sign the petition now and make your voice heard!
Voting organization of the week: Vote Forward
Writing letters to voters is one of the most effective ways to help increase election turnout and Vote Forward empowers grassroots volunteers to write personal, heartfelt letters to potential voters with an easy-to-use online platform. The majority of letter-writing campaigns are nonpartisan campaigns, supporting their core social-welfare mission, which focus on mobilizing potential voters in communities that have historically been marginalized in the political process—such as people of color, women, and young voters. Anyone with access to an internet connection and a printer can sign up, download and print letter templates, and write to voters from anywhere.
FROM OUR FRIENDS AND ALLIES
Stop Blowing Smoke rally
Sunday, September 15 from 12 - 2 pm
350Brooklyn was part of the coalition that fought for last year's Build Public Renewables Act (BPRA). But the state isn't doing what the bill calls for: build publicly-owned renewable energy facilities to meet the state's own climate goals. The Public Power NY coalition will rally at Brooklyn's Grand Ferry Park to demand a real plan for public power. Look for 350Brooklyn signs to join in and meet other in person!
Youth Climate Strike
Friday, September 20 at 2 pm
On September 20th at 2pm, join thousands of students in an intergenerational march to take to the streets to demand an end to the era of fossil fuels. In NYC Fridays For Future will have three demands: that Governor Kathy Hochul sign the Climate Change Superfund Act, that Wall Street divest completely from petrochemical companies, and that fossil fuel companies cease any and all new oil and gas projects in the Gulf South. There will be Fridays For Future groups from around the world striking that day. In NYC, the strike takes place 2 days before the start of Climate Week. We’ll meet at 2pm at Foley Square, start marching at 2:15, and have a brief rally at the end from 4-4:30 where we’ll hear from an array of speakers coming to New York from across the globe.
Saving Lives in Puerto Rico's Next Hurricane panel
Tuesday, September 24 from 5:30 - 7:30pm
Join us for a panel discussion and fundraiser to benefit AMANESER 2025, a Puerto Rican environmental justice organization that works to bring rooftop solar systems to the people and communities that need it the most. Sliding scale donations encouraged at the event at The People's Forum at 320 West 37th Street, New York.
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.
