Friends,
Last week at a State House hearing on 100% renewable energy, Secretary
of the Department of Environmental Protection Kathleen A. Theoharides
was ambivalent about reducing emissions because climate change is
unstoppable. Instead, she said that we need to focus on adapting to
the changes.
But we know that climate change isn't on or off, stoppable or
unstoppable. The amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere directly
impacts the effects we'll see. Even the smallest amount of
change could mean millions of lives saved in the long
run.
We're at a critical point in humanity's history. We know what we need
to do and how to do it. Meanwhile, Governor Baker and his appointees
continue to rubber stamp permits for the fossil fuel industry that
allow pollution in our communities and contribute to climate
change.
This week, we've got opportunities to stop them. Join
us.
In solidarity,
Vignesh Ramachandran
Digital Organizer
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Don't Let #GovernorGas Rubber Stamp Permits for
Weymouth!
We need to be
rapidly reducing our dependence on fossil fuels, dismantling our
fossil fuel infrastructure, and keeping our communities safe. That's
why the proposal to build a potentially explosive gas compressor
station in the Fore River Basin is a huge mistake. Unfortunately,
Governor Baker tends to rubber stamp new fossil fuel projects. Come
join us to stand outside Baker's office and voice your objections! Sign up here. Aug 1, 2, & 5, noon,
Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon St, Boston.
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Fundraiser for BFP & the Just Reinvestment Fund
Join Better
Future Project as we raise money for BFP and the Just Reinvestment
Fund, an initiative that reinvests money into our communities. Learn
about the work we're doing and enjoy a silent auction, speakers, and
entertainment! There's a $25 suggested donation, but give what you are
able to (no one will be turned away; we want everyone interested in
coming to be able to). Donate here and see the Facebook event.
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Other 350 Mass News
Protest against JP Morgan Chase: JP Morgan
Chase is the #1 worst bank for continuing to fund fossil fuel
projects. Join us for a protest as Chase opens yet another bank in the
Boston-area. See the Facebook event. Wed, Jul 31, noon-1:30 pm,
776 Beacon St, Newton Center.
Webinar about member retention: Join this webinar to
learn about why retaining volunteers and members is important, best
strategies on how to do that, and examples from nodes with success
stories. Join the webinar at this link. Mon, Aug 5,
7-8pm.
Candidate Forum on Energy and the Environment—Boston City Council
District 9: Come hear from Jonathan Allen, Brandon Bowser,
Liz Breadon, Craig Cashman, Dan Daly, Lee Nave, and Amanda
Smart. Thu, Sep 12, 6-8 pm, Brighton Allston Congregational
Church, UCC, 404 Washington St, Boston.
Make a video to support the Climate Strike: School
strikers are calling on youth, parents, and all concerned citizens to
join the September 20 Climate Strike and the week of action that
follows. Adults will stand in solidarity with youth to ensure a just
and livable future for all. Create a short video about why you're
striking, why you care about the climate crisis, and why it's personal
to your life! Instructions here. Upload videos here.
Write a Letter to the Editor: 350 Mass members write
lots of letters to the editor, many of which get published! Here are
some recent letters:
Want to join
the team? Email Vignesh Ramachandran to find out more!
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Other Climate Movement News
Young
People Needed to Organize for the September Climate Strike:
Do you know any youth aged 13-19 who are passionate about
stopping climate change? Youth Climate Strike organizers are looking
for more people to fill leadership positions. Share this application and encourage young people to get
involved!
Petition to Holyoke Gas & Electric—Stop the Pipeline:
Holyoke Gas & Electric has been a clean energy leader,
but they've also entered into agreements on two natural gas pipelines.
They have an upcoming opportunity to terminate these agreements with
no financial penalty, and they need to hear from their ratepayers that
business as usual is not acceptable! Learn more and sign the petition here.
Intro to Just Transition: Grassroots Global justice
Alliance is offering an Intro to Just Transition webinar with Climate
Justice Alliance. Join to learn more about this grassroots framework.
Register here. Wed, July 31, 4pm.
Renewable Communities Panel Discussion: Hear from the
state's top experts about how communities can accelerate the
transition to 100% renewable energy, and the role that various
sectors—including businesses, government, and nonprofits—can play.
RSVP here. Fri, Aug 2, 9:30-11 am, The Boston
Foundation, South Boston Conference Room, 75 Arlington St #1000,
Boston.
Demonstration Calling On Mass Dems to Support a Climate
Debate: Climate change is an emergency, and it's about time
the Democratic Party acted like it. We'll show up at Democratic State
Committee to tell our stories and demand our local party
committee join us in calling on the DNC to host a #ClimateDebate. See the Facebook event and RSVP here. Sat, Aug 10, 9 am-2 pm,
Easthampton High School, 70 Williston Ave,
Easthampton.
Transportation and Climate Community Engagement
Workshop: Interested in the intersection between
transportation and climate? Learn how northeastern states are
working together to develop a regional policy to fight climate change
and improve transportation. See the Facebook event. Tue, Aug 13, 6-8 pm, Mary C. Burke
Elementary Complex, Kelly School Cafeteria, 300 Crescent Ave,
Chelsea.
Action Against National Grid: Want to take action
against National Grid and urge them to measure and fix gas leaks? Join
Gas Leaks Allies, a coalition seeking solutions to gas leaks and
methane emissions, for an event at City Hall Plaza. RSVP for the action here. Sat, Aug 31, 11 am, City
Hall Plaza, Boston.
Brokenheartedness, Despair and Empowerment Practices for
Climate Activists: Climate activists face fear, anger,
sadness, and despair. This afternoon gathering will be a place to
bring our broken hearts, to hold them in compassion, and to source
healing and energy to go forward. Led by activists and facilitators of
the Work That Reconnects. Free. Sun, Aug 25, 2-5 pm,
Old Cambridge Baptist Church, 1151 Mass Ave, Harvard Sq,
Cambridge.
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Solidarity Opportunities
MaMuse
Concert Supporting Ujima Project: Join MaMuse for a concert,
with a portion of the benefits going towards supporting the Ujima
Project. Buy tickets here. TOMORROW, Wed, Jul 31,
7:30-10:30pm, 6 Eliot St., Jamaica Plain.
Boston March Against Cages: The American Correctional
Association's annual conference is in Boston from Aug 1-6. Local
groups demand that the ACA stop certifying detention facilities with
documented human and environmental abuses, end involvement with
ICE/CBP, make the certification process and results easily available
to the public, and more. Learn more here. Sun, Aug 4, 1:30-4:30 pm, Start:
Boston Public Library Steps.
Petition to Support United Houma Nation: Sign this
petition for federal recognition for the United Houma Nation. Due to
lack of recognition, they can't directly access to federal resources
or get support. These signatures are coordinated with the Principal
Chief on the tribe’s annual trip to visit DC decision-makers who have
the power to approve the almost 40 year pending petition. Sign the petition here.
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