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  Ellen Gibson - 350.org · [email protected]
May 18, 2020 at 4:08 PM

After coronavirus, we need a Green New Deal

Sign the petition to Boris Johnson for a coronavirus recovery plan that tackles climate change and puts people first, and help make this campaign to Build Back Better truly massive across the country. Dear John, After lockdown ends, we can’t go back to the way things were before. Many of us are…
  Shireen Nori - 350.org · [email protected]
May 16, 2020 at 5:51 PM

With you, we win

A global problem needs a global solution. Hi there John, Just like the climate movement itself, 350.org is people powered. This international community is supported, in large part, by people like you pitching in, on average, $20 at a time. It might not sound like much but with people from Fiji t…
  Dominique Thomas - 350.org · [email protected]
May 15, 2020 at 10:45 PM

[VICTORY] New York pipeline stopped

Moments ago, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its long awaited decision on a key permit for the Williams fracked gas pipeline in NYC. John, we did it! Moments ago, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its long awaited decision …
  Ellen Gibson - 350.org · [email protected]
May 12, 2020 at 8:48 AM

We can #BuildBackBetter 💜

Today we’re celebrating the frontline workers who are keeping us safe in this pandemic, and joining their call to build a fairer, greener and better future for all. Dear John, Do you want to build back better from this crisis? The coronavirus pandemic has turned our world upside down. No-one in…
  Nkenge Abidemi - 350.org · [email protected]
May 7, 2020 at 8:12 PM

Looking ahead

Join us for an urgent call in exactly one week to hear updates on the status of Keystone XL, what we’re doing to fight back in the midst of COVID-19, and how we can win in November. We’ve seen this too many times before, John. Even without all the permits required to build Keystone XL, TC Energ…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
May 6, 2020 at 11:35 AM

‘Normal’ was a crisis

How we build back better Art by Ricardo Levins Morales  Dear friends, With coronavirus restrictions starting to loosen in some parts of the world, many are buoyed with hope that they might soon be able to get outside or reunite with friends and family. But many of us are still hurting. Cases…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
May 6, 2020 at 10:57 AM

‘Normal’ was a crisis

How we build back better Art by Ricardo Levins Morales  Dear friends, With coronavirus restrictions starting to loosen in some parts of the world, many are buoyed with hope that they might soon be able to get outside or reunite with friends and family. But many of us are still hurting. Cases…
  Tamara Toles O'Laughlin - 350.org · [email protected]
May 1, 2020 at 6:20 PM

31 days

With your help, we will keep taking on and winning against this dirty industry. Hey John, This month we have set a goal to raise $100,000 dollars to support our campaigns around the world to end the age of fossil fuels and begin to rebuild an equitable vision of the world beyond dirty energy. Wi…
  Dominique Thomas - 350.org · [email protected]
April 29, 2020 at 7:55 PM

New training program (apply by May 8)

For too long, Black, Indigenous, communities of color have dealt with the effects of climate change and have been largely left out of the climate movement. Dear John, I hope this email finds you safe and healthy. My mind and heart is with everyone affected by COVID-19. This crisis is exacerbatin…
  Tamara Toles O'Laughlin - 350.org · [email protected]
April 27, 2020 at 5:18 PM

What we can accomplish together

Once again, we have a choice to make about our shared future. John,  There are so many parallels between the climate crisis and the global COVID-19 pandemic. Black and Brown communities are at the frontlines bearing the brunt. Corporate profit is being put before human life. And national governm…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
April 25, 2020 at 1:08 PM

Still striking

Global Earth Day highlights, green dealings and more Art by Jan Berger of Paperhand Puppet Intervention. Wednesday marked the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, kicking off a global online protest that rolled into online climate strikes on Friday. Climate strikers had originally planned street m…
  Tamara Toles O'Laughlin - 350.org · [email protected]
April 23, 2020 at 4:17 PM

RE: This is OUR Day! We are live now

We officially launched Stop the Money Pipeline today John, Are y'all online with us? Because we are LIVE! Join us right now for a full day of conversations led by the Stop the Money Pipeline coalition. And if you haven't already, check out our email below outlining our three key targets in the …
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
April 23, 2020 at 10:18 AM

Still striking

Earth Day highlights, green dealings and more Art by Jan Berger of Paperhand Puppet Intervention. Wednesday marked the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, kicking off a global online protest that will roll into online climate strikes on Friday. Climate strikers had originally planned street march…
  Tamara Toles O'Laughlin - 350.org · [email protected]
April 23, 2020 at 9:03 AM

650,000 of you joined yesterday. Let's double that today.

We are officially launching Stop the Money Pipeline NOW! Dear John, Today is the second day of Earth Day Live - and we are going BIG. Yesterday, more than 650,000 people joined us online for a powerful day of online climate justice activism. Now, for day two of Earth Day Live, we are ready for a…
  Emily Southard - 350.org · [email protected]
April 22, 2020 at 7:47 PM

We are LIVE!

Join the Earth Day Strikes Online Dear John,  Fifty years ago today, an estimated twenty million people took to the streets across the US. It was a hellish time: rivers caught fire, cities choked on pollution, species went extinct. Yet, the Earth Day marches ― in which ten percent of Americans p…
  Emily Southard - 350.org · [email protected]
April 21, 2020 at 7:14 PM

Have you RSVP’d for Earth Day Live?

Strike, divest, and vote for our future. John,  Earth Day Live kicks off tomorrow! There will be performances by Tank and the Bangas, Jason Mraz, Ziggy Marley and more; compelling updates from the frontlines of fossil fuel fights like Keystone XL; and poignant discussions about the intersection…
  Tamara Toles O'Laughlin - 350.org · [email protected]
April 19, 2020 at 1:03 PM

We still need you in this fight

Corporations are still profiting off the destruction of our communities and our planet. John, The coronavirus crisis is not impacting us equally. The same communities being torn apart by the climate crisis were first made vulnerable by systemic exclusion, and environmental racism. COVID-19 has o…
  Nkenge Abidemi - 350.org · [email protected]
April 18, 2020 at 5:15 PM

Our online movement to stop KXL

Join us for Earth Day Strikes Live Hey John, On April 15th, we got a major victory when a federal judge revoked Nationwide Permit 12, a key water-crossing permit, for the Keystone XL pipeline.  The permit is essential to complete construction of the project and was denied due to violations of th…
  Emily Southard - 350.org · [email protected]
April 16, 2020 at 10:16 PM

We are ready to kick off Earth Day Live!

Strike, divest, and vote for our future. Hey John, The coronavirus has laid bare the brutality and injustice of our current economic system. Millions of people have lost their jobs, are no longer able to pay their rent, student loans, credit card bills, utilities, or healthcare costs. Now, when…
  Matilda Borgstrom - 350.org · [email protected]
April 16, 2020 at 2:46 PM

Refuse a return to the status quo 🚫

The choices we make now in dealing with the coronavirus crisis will shape our society, economy, health, and climate for decades to come. We can and must Build Back Better. Hi John, Like you, I’m scanning the news every day, anxiously waiting for signs that things are getting better. While many …
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
April 15, 2020 at 7:16 PM

Enraging

This is why we need a Just Recovery   Friends, As the global response to COVID-19 strengthens, we’re seeing countless acts of compassion, community solidarity, and resilience, even as the death toll grows. Doctors, nurses, and ordinary workers all over have been pushing ahead on the frontlin…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
April 9, 2020 at 11:09 AM

Enraging

Big Oil is manipulating this moment – but we won’t let them   Friends, As the global response to COVID-19 strengthens, we’re seeing countless acts of compassion, community solidarity, and resilience, even as the death toll grows. Doctors, nurses, and ordinary workers all over have been pushi…
  Nkenge Abidemi - 350.org · [email protected]
April 8, 2020 at 7:45 PM

Liberty Mutual is backing Keystone XL

Tell them to stop insuring Keystone XL and all Tar Sands Projects Hey John, In the midst of the global pandemic, TC Energy is moving ahead with construction of Keystone XL. Just last week, the Promise to Protect coalition delivered over 45,000 petition signatures to the Governor of Montana urgi…
  Matilda Borgstrom - 350.org · [email protected]
April 1, 2020 at 6:35 PM

A time of pause for the movement

In these unprecedented times we hope that we can offer you spaces and tools to connect with each other, and to learn from each other. But first, we need your help to figure out how we can be most useful. Hi John, The world today is not what it was yesterday, and we don’t know what tomorrow brin…
  Faith Spotted Eagle - on behalf of 350.org · [email protected]
April 1, 2020 at 2:41 PM

Remember whose Homeland this is

We must keep fighting this pipeline Relatives, Right now, TC Energy, with the backing of Homeland Security, is moving forward with construction of Keystone XL amidst the Covid-19 Pandemic. As a Dakota elder who has been fighting Keystone XL for 12 years, I firmly continue to protect my community…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
March 26, 2020 at 3:56 PM

'And the people stayed home'

We must stay safe – and vigilant Friends, The COVID-19 outbreak has made us all realise just how fragile this interconnected world is. As we grapple with staying home, finding new ways to comfort those we love and support those most impacted – we’re also creating space to dream up new ways…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
March 26, 2020 at 1:15 PM

'And the people stayed home'

We must stay safe – and vigilant Friends, The COVID-19 outbreak has made us all realise just how fragile this interconnected world is. As we grapple with staying home, finding new ways to comfort those we love and support those most impacted – we’re also creating space to dream up new ways…
  Tytus Murphy - Divest London and 350.org · [email protected]
March 24, 2020 at 5:12 PM

Celebrating a Divest Parliament Campaign Milestone

Last week, the trustees of the MP Pension Fund released their annual report, showing that the fund’s investment in renewables has gone up significantly, while its fossil fuel investments dropped sharply. Hi John, As the Coronavirus pandemic spreads across the globe, and impacts all of us in a v…
  Matilda Borgstrom - 350.org · [email protected]
March 19, 2020 at 12:35 PM

This can feel like a lonely time 💚

The world has changed a lot in the past few weeks, and this means the climate movement has had to change too. Mobilisations and climate strikes have had to be cancelled, meetings are being moved online and campaigns are being put on hold. Dear John, The world has changed a lot in the past few w…
  May Boeve - 350.org · [email protected]
March 18, 2020 at 7:54 PM

COVID-19 and our commitment to each other

Look after yourself, look after your community, and build resilience Dear John, The COVID-19 virus is spreading rapidly across the globe, and we know that in this time, we’re all feeling a mix of emotions, including being anxious and worried for what this means for our loved ones.  As with the c…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
March 11, 2020 at 4:25 PM

'We will not run'

Women's day, strikes, and coronavirus concerns The Aurat March on March 8 in Karachi, Pakistan. Photo: Aurat March Karachi Sunday was International Women’s Day, and despite coronavirus restrictions in some countries many women took to the streets elsewhere in spectacular marches around the …
  Julia - 350.org · [email protected]
March 6, 2020 at 10:25 AM

Here's what we think:

A couple of weeks ago we asked for our community's opinion on our shared direction of travel in this new decade. Have a look at the results! Hi John, Just a couple of weeks ago we asked you and the entire 350 European online community to take a survey and help shape our collective strategic dir…
  Shireen Nori - 350.org · [email protected]
March 4, 2020 at 4:48 PM

100,000 signatures needed: Congress must pass the Ban Fracking Act.

Let's ban fracking once and for all John, For decades, the oil and gas industry has perpetuated the lie that fracking is “safe,” but we’ve seen the devastating impacts in our communities. Fracking, which involves injecting water deep into the ground to push up oil and gas, also requires a dispo…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
February 26, 2020 at 4:26 PM

We’re winning big

Major victories in the fight to keep it in the ground Protesters with Indigenous Climate Action at December’s UN Climate Talks knew Teck mine would be a climate catastrophe. No more! Photo: Allan Lissner Keeping it in the ground: We’re celebrating some major wins against the fossil fuel indus…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
February 26, 2020 at 4:26 PM

We’re winning big

Major victories in the fight to keep it in the ground Protesters with Indigenous Climate Action at December’s UN Climate Talks knew Teck mine would be a climate catastrophe. No more! Photo: Allan Lissner Keeping it in the ground: We’re celebrating some major wins against the fossil fuel indus…
  Julia - 350.org · [email protected]
February 19, 2020 at 10:11 AM

I'd like your opinion, John

We want to know your opinion: 2020 is full of possibilities, and we need your help to narrow them down. Take the survey! Hi John, I want to make sure you don't miss this opportunity to help our movement decide what campaigns to focus on in 2020 and beyond. Please take our short 5-minute survey …
  Julia - 350.org · [email protected]
February 17, 2020 at 12:36 PM

We're all ears, John 👂

We want to know your opinion: 2020 is full of possibilities, and we need your help to narrow them down. Take the survey! Hi John, From fires and floods in Australia to violent storms and snowless winter in Europe, the start of 2020 is a taste of what's to come - unless we make climate action ev…
  Drew Hudson - Friends of the Earth & 350.org · [email protected]
February 15, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Stand against the Atlantic Coast Pipeline

A landmark Supreme Court case could shape the future of every pipeline battle in the US. John,On Feb 24, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case to determine if the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) can cross the Appalachian trail. This is the first time the Supreme Court has heard…
  Dominique Thomas - 350.org · [email protected]
February 12, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Let's divest all 50 states

Take the next step - share the petition on social media John, The case for fossil fuel divestment is building around the world. To date over 1100+ institutions have with assets over $14 trillion have committed to divest — but our state pension funds have yet to catch up to the curve. John, you’v…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
February 12, 2020 at 12:15 PM

Trail of destruction

Public opinion crashes on Australia’s government February 11: Liv Tualau sits with activists atop flood prevention sandbags placed on the steps of Australia’s Parliament. Photo: Joseph Sikulu #CutAllTies: As politicians headed to work yesterday morning, 350 Australia activists shone a light o…
  Dominique Thomas - 350.org · [email protected]
February 10, 2020 at 6:19 PM

re: We won!

This took years and years of grassroots pressure. John, did you see my message? We got some huge news! During Mayor Bill de Blasio's State of the City address last week he announced that NYC will BAN all new fossil fuel projects! I don't need to tell you how critical this win is — New York City …
  Matilda Borgstrom - 350.org · [email protected]
February 7, 2020 at 10:31 AM

Let them stay!

We're calling on the British Museum to let the Anti-BP protesters stay the night Dear John, This morning, activists from the group BP or not BP brought a huge wooden Trojan Horse to the British Museum, to protest BP’s sponsorship of the museum's Troy exhibition. They plan to stay with the horse…
  Dominique Thomas - 350.org · [email protected]
February 6, 2020 at 10:14 PM

We won!

This took years and years of grassroots pressure. Hey John, We did it! Moments ago, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a ban on all new fossil fuel projects in New York City.  New York City’s ban on fossil fuel projects is the largest municipal ban of its kind, ever. Our movement has fought to achie…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
February 1, 2020 at 3:45 PM

Crude maneuvers from the big banks

A dangerous new pipeline threatens East Africa, and more Fossil Free News A family from Hoima Kigaga in Uganda, whose farming livelihood is threatened by a crude oil pipeline. Photo: Tom Laffay   In Case You Missed It Crude moves: Activists worldwide are challenging banks and financiers to st…
  Julia - 350.org · [email protected]
February 1, 2020 at 11:51 AM

Siemens is fuelling fires in Australia

Siemens agreed to provide railway signals for the monstrous new coal mine in Australia. But if they come under enough pressure and break the contract, it could put a stop to the entire coal project, which threatens the climate, indigenous people and the Great Barrier Reef. Hi John, The Adani mi…
  Richard Brooks - 350.org · [email protected]
January 30, 2020 at 5:51 PM

Our pressure is already working

Sign the petition urging elected officials to divest public pension funds from fossil fuels John, Last week, I reached out to let you know about a new petition targeting state legislators and governors in all 50 states with a bold demand: divest your public pension funds from all fossil fuel com…
  Julia - 350.org · [email protected]
January 29, 2020 at 6:19 PM

Toxic ads 🚫

Following the Guardian's announcement that the news company would refuse advertising by coal, oil and fossil gas companies, we’re demanding that Reuters and other global media organisations follow suit. Sign the petition to help make fossil ads toxic! Hi John, Earlier today, the Guardian announ…
  Nicole Leonard - Fossil Free News · [email protected]
January 28, 2020 at 2:06 PM

1,443 kilometers of crude

A dangerous new pipeline threatens East Africa, and more Fossil Free News A family from Hoima Kigaga in Uganda, whose farming livelihood is threatened by a crude oil pipeline. Photo: Tom Laffay   In Case You Missed It Crude moves: Activists worldwide are challenging banks and financiers to st…
  Richard Brooks - 350.org · [email protected]
January 22, 2020 at 4:10 PM

No public money for public destruction

Sign the petition urging elected officials to divest public pension funds from fossil fuels John, The climate system is breaking down before our very eyes. As Australia burns and communities across the U.S. struggle to recover from annual floods, storms and fires, our governments remain in the p…
  Matilda Borgstrom - 350.org · [email protected]
January 16, 2020 at 1:21 PM

Unacceptable 🤬📺

Channel4 announces that their upcoming Paralympics 2020 programming will be sponsored by BP Hi John, Just one month ago, Channel 4 broadcast the first ever climate debate ahead of the UK General Election – doing great work bringing the climate crisis to the forefront of the political agenda. Bu…