Show the planet some love while showing the people you love that you care about them. Here are some great Valentine's Day ideas from Beyond Plastics courtesy of 350Brooklyn's Plastic-Free team. Share the love!
Once a month we welcome newcomers with an informal orientation to all the ways you can take action with 350Brooklyn. Come for a conversation with an old hand. Everyone is welcome! Register online to attend orientation over Zoom.
Did you know that the largest part of most people's carbon footprint comes from their bank account and investments? The six largest U.S. banks: Chase, Bank of America, Citi, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, loaned more than $1.8 trillion for fossil fuel industry expansion from 2016 to 2023. Learn how to move your finances out of the fossil fuel industry and into a sustainable world. Sign up here to join the workshop on Zoom led by GreenFaith financial expert Michael Richardson.
As we described in our last newsletter, Governor Hochul has put off indefinitely releasing the regulations that would execute her "Cap and Invest" program. With the program in limbo, NYS has no mechanism for systematically reducing greenhouse emissions statewide nor for raising revenue to fund a just transition to renewable energy as required by state law. A new study even found that most NYS households would be better off economically with this program. Email Governor Hochul and tell her to take action by instituting the cap and invest program. (Photo from 198 Methods.)
Power Hour: your questions answered!
Q: What if my elected officials are already strong on climate? Is there any point in calling them?
A: Yes! There’s always more that they can do to advance climate action, such as using their influence with the leadership to get climate legislation passed, or using their voice to hold state agencies accountable. Join Power Hour on Zoom every Monday from 12-1 pm to get results!
FROM OUR FRIENDS AND ALLIES
Free drawing class with Friends of Fort Greene Park
Sunday, February 23 at 1:45-2:45pm
Join Friends of Fort Greene Park for a free drawing class among the trees! We’ll meet on the mounds, at the bottom of the monument stairs, in Fort Greene Park. Feel free to bring your own materials to draw, but some materials will be provided. Call 646-248-1077 to confirm.
Free dance performance of "The Constant Gardener"
Sunday, February 23 from 4-5pm
See a free dance performance sponsored by Friends of Fort Greene Park celebrating 78 trees which are devastatingly slated for removal. This will be the U.S. premiere, and third showing, of a collaborative art project between Marija Krtolica and visual artist Damien Rambure which highlights the value of trees and their preservation. Doors will open at 3:30pm at South Oxford Space, 138 South Oxford St.. Join us for the free show on the 2nd floor!
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].
Renewable Brooklyn College is part of the citywide movement to decarbonize CUNY campuses. 350Brooklyn is working with faculty and staff to turn Brooklyn College into a renewable hub that can help relieve the area’s overstressed grid while serving as a local pilot project for making the transition from fossil fuels to renewables. Email [email protected] to get involved.
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.
