Two Just Stop Oil supporters have decorated Stonehenge in orange powder paint. They are demanding that the incoming UK government commit to working with other governments to agree an equitable plan to end the extraction and burning of oil, gas and coal by 2030. By Just Stop Oil At around 12pm, the two supporters began […]
Our CEO Helen Clarkson opened Climate Week NYC with a speech on how together We Can. We Will., counter climate challenges. Hello everyone, and welcome to Climate Week NYC 2023. It’s an honour to stand here today at the start of what will be an incredibly important few months of climate discussions. I’m thrilled to welcome […]
The March to End Fossil Fuels will take place on Sunday September 17th. People will start to gather at 12pm, the march will start at 1pm, and end around 4:30pm. The graphic and video below have all the information you need to join the march and make it a powerful event. More details are also on […]
As one of the core themes of Climate Week NYC, Environmental Justice brings together a range of events that showcase the role of diversity and inclusivity to accelerate climate action. Climate Week NYC serves as an important stage for diverse leaders from various sectors to engage in dialogue, share innovative strategies, and mobilize resources to […]
We are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership between the Youth Climate Justice Fund and Climate Group in anticipation of New York Climate Week 2023. This collaboration marks a significant effort towards fostering collective action in the face of the global climate crisis, with the dynamic energy of youth climate justice movements leading the way. By Joshua […]
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, with far-reaching impacts on the environment, economy, and society. As individuals, our collective efforts hold immense power to drive positive change and address this global crisis. Advocating for climate change action is not just a responsibility but an opportunity to shape a sustainable […]
With just days to go until Climate Week NYC begins on September 18, Climate Group is proud to announce author and activist Jane Fonda and IPCC chair Jim Skea among the latest speakers set to share their insights on climate action at the Opening Ceremony and The Hub Live. See More of our coverage of Climate Week HERE Jane Fonda is an […]
the Global Fight to End Fossil Fuels has registered over 400 actions, marches, rallies, and events around the world. These mobilisations against fossil fuels are coordinated by more than 780 endorsing organizations, and are expected to draw millions of participants between 15-17 September. The actions are part of a mass global escalation demanding a rapid […]
It can feel a little intimidating to start thinking of yourself as a “citizen lobbyist.” You’re probably more used to wearing titles like “college student,” or, you know, “regular person.” But with the right training and education, you can own that “citizen lobbyist” title and start making a difference in your community and in Congress! That’s […]
Suppose you have an issue you are really passionate about – taxes, gun control or some other important policy. You want to do more than vent on social media, so you decide to write an email, place a phone call or even draft a letter to your state legislator expressing your views. Daniel E Bergan, […]
New Data for Progress jobs modelingeling finds that the Green New Deal for Cities Act would create or preserve a total of 1.9 million jobs over a four year period. By Matt Mazewski and Adewale Maye Data For Progress Assuming that a new iteration of the bill were introduced that featured the same funding authorizations and allocation mechanisms as […]
This week, Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) and Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) led their colleagues in an urgent letter to President Joe Biden and Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo calling for them to swiftly declare a federal fishery disaster, joining California Governor Gavin Newsom in his request. By Dan Bacher “The closure of this vital […]
Today’s the 25th of March…and that means that tonight is Earth Hour! 😍 At 8:30 pm wherever you are, we invite you to be part of the #BiggestHourForEarth by switching off your lights and spending an hour doing something – anything – positive for our one home. It may not seem like much, but if you […]
After a rigorous assessment, New York City Audubon’s Board of Directors voted on March 20, 2023 to change the organization’s name, dropping “Audubon” and beginning a process to develop a new name that represents what we do, embodies our organizational values, and is inclusive and welcoming to all New Yorkers. While we value John James […]
On Tuesday, U.S. District Court Judge Ann Aiken denied 18 Republican attorneys’ general request to intervene as defendants in the children’s constitutional climate case, Juliana v. United States. She indicated that when her ruling comes down on the plaintiffs’ motion for leave to amend, the states could attempt to refile their motion, suggesting a ruling may be […]