The emboldened fossil fuel industry is pressuring all state reps and the governor to delay or stop all climate action. Despite passage by the Senate and Assembly, Hochul has until 12/31 to sign the 100-Foot Rule Repeal. Repealing the 100-Foot Rule will curb rising utility bills, reduce gas demand, and make it easier for utilities to transition to clean energy systems. Given Hochul’s disastrous decisions on climate issues this year, we need to say a resounding NOOOO! to her efforts to burden utility rate payers and destroy our health and our future. Join us!
NYC’s Comptroller Brad Lander announced he’s calling on the city’s pension funds to move $42 billion away from BlackRock, owing to its failure to adequately address the climate crisis. BlackRock controls ten percent of the entire stock market, managing more than $13 trillion in investment capital. No company has more influence over whether the private sector tackles the climate crisis than BlackRock. Sign the petition and help NY lead the way!
A great party and a successful auction!
Last week 350Brooklyn wrapped up what has become our annual virtual auction with a great party. A thousand thanks to all the artists, businesses, and individuals who donated auction items. And thanks to everyone who bid on the items–enjoy! Freddy’s Bar donated the perfect space–many thanks to owner Matt Kuhn and his wonderful staff. We hosted the debut of the latest “Year in Review” video (watch it here–it’s great!), sang songs, played “Human Bingo,” ate and drank and talked with each other. Oh–and we made over $4,000! We are so grateful to you all for your support.
Build climate awareness. Join your local Community Board.
Want to make a difference in your own neighborhood? Become a member of your local Community Board and ensure that concerns about the impact of a heating climate and about climate solutions are part of the conversation. Community Boards bring the concerns of their neighborhoods to city agencies, elected officials, and other local leaders. Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has noted that few Community Boards focus on climate or environmental concerns and he is interested in appointing people who can express those concerns. Learn more here. Applications are due February 6, 2026.
FROM OUR FRIENDS AND ALLIES
Teach-in to accelerate solar power in New York State
Tuesday, December 9 • 12:00 noon – on Zoom
Solar One, Third Act, and other partners will present an innovative new bill, the Accelerate Solar for Affordable Power (ASAP) Act. Rooftop and community solar are New York State’s most successful clean energy sector, one that both lowers people’s utility bills and lowers climate pollution. The ASAP Act would raise New York State’s ambitions while cutting red tape. Learn how you can help!
CCSB’s December Climate Cafe
Sunday, December 14 • 11:00 am
Marine Park Coffee, Brooklyn • Map
Climate Cafes offer an informal, open, supportive space to share thoughts and feelings about climate change and how to take action. Everyone is welcome — kids, teens, adults, elders, longtime climate advocates, or anyone who is just beginning to explore these topics. The event is free, with a suggested $5 donation. Learn more and RSVP online or email [email protected].
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].
Facing the Future: Building Resilience to Climate in NYC is a series of talks, workshops, tours, and conversations about building resilience in NYC in the face of the climate crisis. Volunteers working on this series could play many roles: developing individual programs, finding speakers, securing venues, researching supporting material for web pages, leading sessions or breakout groups, promoting it on social media and traditional media. 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].
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].
Power Hour is a weekly session of phone-calling power. Each week we convene on Zoom to call, email, and tweet at our elected leaders about a different climate or environmental justice issue prioritized by 350BK and our allies. Power Hour is designed to be high impact, but low pressure and low commitment. Join us every week as a way to routinize your climate activism, or come only on weeks when you’re free. 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.
