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Don't Let Scott Pruitt Kill The Clean Power Plan!
Full implementation of the Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Power Plan has been one of Elders Climate Action's top two priorities since our beginning.
That's because carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from existing power plants constitute the largest source of the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change - The Clean Power Plan is the national regulation that cuts back these emissions.
But now, the Clean Power Plan, and all EPA action to address air pollution, are at great risk: Scott Pruitt, a former Oklahoma Attorney General who has vigorously opposed the Clean Power Plan and virtually every other EPA program to protect our environment, has been nominated to be the new head of the EPA!
Now is the time to speak up! Please click the button below to send a letter to your two US Senators. Strengthen your voice by adding your own words about why taking action against climate change is important to you. We suggest mentioning your concern for your grandchildren or other children you care about.
Then when you have sent your message, please forward this email to everyone you know who cares about our responsibility to future generations.
Act quickly, as Pruitt's nomination hearings will begin on January 18th, so time is of the essence.
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Why is the Clean Power Plan so Important?
Elders Climate Action supports the EPA's Clean Power Plan which offers ground breaking rules to limit carbon pollution from both existing and new power plants in the US. Because these power plants are the largest single source of carbon pollution, we know that the Clean Power Plan is crucial if we are to create a livable planet for future generations.
Compliance with the Clean Power Plan will take us far towards keeping global warming below 2 degrees Celsius and maintain our leadership role in carrying out the COP 21 Paris Agreement. The Paris Agreement has been ratified by 122 of the 197 signatory countries including the US. and the other largest contributors to carbon gas emissions.
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Join Us for the Member Call!
January 25th
7:00 pm (Eastern)
4:00 pm (Pacific
This month's topic is: Everything You Want to Know About ECA But Are Afraid to Ask.
Get new information about Elders Climate Action and our exciting plans for 2017 and meet your fellow ECA members across the country. Invite your friends to hear what we are doing. There will be some visuals so if you can please try to use your computer. We will send materials to all of those on the call.
Or Telephone:
Dial: +1 646 558 8656 (US Toll)
or +1 408 638 0968 (US Toll)
Meeting ID: 477 209 5159
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ELDERS CLIMATE ACTION DAY
NEW DATES!!!
APRIL 27 & 28, 2017
IN WASHINGTON DC
JOIN US IN APRIL AND BE A PART OF THE MOVEMENT THAT WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN CLIMATE CHANGE!
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FIRST ECA LOCAL CHAPTER HOLDS
A MAJOR EVENT
ART EXHIBIT EMPHASIZES CLIMATE CHANGE AT
NEW ART CENTER
By Grady McGonagill, Hinda Blum and Perry Carrison, ECA Mass Chapter
In mid-December the Massachusetts chapter of
Elders Climate Action sponsored "Our Climate Legacy: What Can I Do?"-an
art exhibit
intended to provide an inspirational aesthetic encounter with climate change. Hinda Blum, Massachusetts Chapter Member, who took the lead in conceiving and organizing the event (with the support of Perry Carrison, whom she met through ECA), had envisioned the exhibition this way: "As each person views the paintings, sculptures, photography and mixed media of five artists, they will witness the effects of the artists' environmental perspectives." Hinda and Perry hoped that this catalyst would instill a sense of urgency and passion in viewers, inspiring them to shape their own legacy by taking action on climate change, possibly even becoming more involved in an ongoing way to arrest the progress of climate change.
Those who attended the opening on Dec. 18 had the opportunity to discuss their views with four of the five artists featured. Hinda and Perry introduced the opening with a brief presentation on the causes of climate change and how it manifests itself in the environment. Chapter leader Grady McGonagill then facilitated a Q&A interaction with the 40 people in attendance. This was followed by formation of small groups in which people shared reactions to the art and to Hinda's introduction, described steps they had taken in their personal lives to address climate change, and brainstormed ideas for further steps they and others could take. Steps that some reported already taken included
switching to wind power, changing light bulbs to LEDs, buying a hybrid car, and replacing an old heating system with one that was more energy efficient. As for what additional steps a person could take, influencing legislators (state and federal) was mentioned, and even taking to the streets as a means of doing so.
This event was a rewarding and successful example of a Mass. Chapter member pursuing an individual passion to address climate change. Hinda and Perry overcame a number of obstacles to make the exhibition happen: they identified artists with environmental themes and persuaded five to loan their art at no charge (other than shipment of photographs from the most well-known of the five); identified a place willing to make space available at no cost (the New Art Center, 61 Washington Park, Newtonville, MA); created and circulated a color brochure; promoted the event using social media (after creating a web-page); and raised $1818 from friends and family.
Looking back, Hinda and Perry feel they have learned a great deal.
What stands out for them is the enormity of this project. For example, finding artists to dedicate their work pro bono proved very difficult. And although they worked very hard to reach people who might not know much about climate change through social media and the press, comments from participants suggested that the exhibit for the most part preached to the choir. Despite the steep learning curve, and impact that fell short of their aspirations, Hinda and Perry felt very excited by and pleased with their efforts. Their chapter members took great pride in the project as well.
Read the Article in
Wicked Local Newton
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Do you want to know how your Member of Congress is voting? Do you want to track bills in Congress? There is an app for that!
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Elders Climate Action
is
a Project of the
Conscious Elders Network
The
Conscious Elders Network (CEN) is an educational, non-profit organization fostering a budding movement of vital elders, dedicated to growing in consciousness while actively addressing the demanding challenges facing our country.
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