With Trump in office, a lot of us are asking: What now? From trying to gut climate and clean energy policies to the latest news that Trump is illegally freezing all federal spending -- impacting everything from home heating assistance to disaster relief to keeping our drinking water safe -- it's overwhelming and chaotic. It can be hard to know how to fight back, which is why we're launching a new virtual program called Climate Action Hours. In just one online gathering a month, you can get the most important updates on Trump's agenda, learn what it means for the climate and environment, and take meaningful steps to defeat it. Sign up for the first virtual Climate Action Hour happening tomorrow, January 29.
With the explosive growth of AI data centers and high-tech industries, we're seeing a massive surge in energy demand that is putting our climate goals even more at risk. Many of these companies claim to be climate leaders, yet they're still relying on coal and gas from their utilities. With Trump in the White House and Republican majorities in the House and Senate, targeting private companies is an important way for us to push for change.
Earlier this month, the US Fish and Wildlife Service decided to continue protecting grizzly bears under the Endangered Species Act. This was a big victory, but the work is far from over. The agency just opened up a public comment period about changing how grizzly bears are managed, which includes harmful moves like allowing some bears to be hurt or killed.
Despite Trump's claims that he will help working families, he has already started attacking clean manufacturing jobs by ordering a freeze on climate funding and offshore wind projects. This is just the latest example of politicians and oil and gas billionaires valuing corporate profits over everyday people. Standing up to these attacks and protecting clean manufacturing jobs is critical, and we need your help.
Last Saturday, hundreds of thousands of people (including 75,000 in DC) took to the streets to send a clear message: No matter what Trump and his billionaire buddies do, we will continue to choose each other. This mobilization was a powerful testament to the Sierra Club's strength as a grassroots organization, powered by thousands of volunteers, strong state chapters and local groups, and YOU.
Sierra Club Outings is excited to announce a new discount program for professional photographers and videographers. In order to better share our program with the world, we are always in need of high-quality photos and videos from our trips. We are currently accepting applications from professional photographers who would like to book a trip at a discounted rate in exchange for capturing some content along the way.
The wildfires that ravaged the Los Angeles area have caused untold trauma, affecting hundreds of thousands of people. But even after a fire is extinguished, the toxic pollutants in the air can linger much longer.
President Trump signed a slew of executive actions last Monday. Most of them were expected, but they still pose a drastic threat to human health and our environment.
As Angelenos wonder how they'll rebuild and recover from two of the most destructive fires in American history, the extent of federal support remains unclear. Some Republican lawmakers are considering aid but with strings attached, turning a universal safety net into a political cudgel.
We have no time to waste. We must act at unmatched speed on an unprecedented scale to confront the crises facing our country and our planet. We can only be successful by building a movement that works for everyone. Learn more about the Sierra Club.
