LNG-By-Rail? Comment Deadline Today!
Even as clean, renewable energy is becoming more accessible than ever, fossil fuel companies are trying to find new ways to ship dangerous fracked gas through our communities.
The Trump Administration has recently proposed to allow unit trains up to 100-cars carrying liquified natural gas (LNG). LNG-by-rail would mean dangerous train cars transporting a highly flammable fossil fuel product through populated areas. A recent report from Washington and Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility confirms that LNG is extremely hazardous to human health. And Congressman Peter DeFazio, Chair of the House Transportation Committee, stated recently, "This plan is beyond absurd. Should even one tank car get punctured, the results could be devastating."
Send a comment by July 8th to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to urge them to consider the full risks to human health and safety posed by trains carrying LNG.
Events this Month:
Renewing the Fossil Free King County!
July 10, 10:30am-11:30am
King County Council, 516 3rd Ave, 10th Floor, Seattle, WA
Join us with King County to help come up with a 6 month renewal date for the fossil fuel moratorium and step up to its climate leadership. All are welcome.
350 Eastside General Meeting
July 17, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Eastshore Unitarian Church, 12700 SE 32nd St, Bellevue, WA 98005
Join our monthly general meeting with a potluck beginning at 6:30pm, and meeting at 7pm. All are welcome!
PCA Open Membership Meeting
July 18, 7pm
Library Service Center, 960 Newport Way NW, Issaquah, WA 98027
Come join the People for Climate Action group for an open membership meeting to find out more information on the climate action plans in every city in King County. There will also be volunteer opportunities offered.
SolarFest 2019
July 27, 10am-5pm
Shoreline Community College
Come join us for the 16th annual Solarfest and get to learn how to live a more sustainable life for you and your family. Admission and parking is free for this event.
In Hope,
350 Eastside- Bonnie, Lynn, Phil, Emily, Lin & Sara
