In all 50 states, in 1400 communities and iconic settings, citizens activated yesterday to tell Congress to
Birthed as an effort to transform the fight against global warming into a mass-based, community-built movement--buoyed, but not limited to, the acadamy, science labs, and nonprofits--the Step It Up campaign was mighty impressive--it was no less then
Among the many spirited organizers, we can thank Bill McKibben, who expected his initial inspiration for the National Day of Climate Action to spark maybe 100 actions. With 14 times the response he expected, McKibben is left to observe that
Check out at Grist. Especially interesting is his notion of old ideas about environmentalists are in need of updating.
If you're worried that it's nothing but old white people with lots of money, So what the heck happened yesterday? Here's a small rundown of
In Cleveland, OH, 100 people--including families and children--arrived at the shores of Lake Erie with their colorful signs and lots of layers. Speakers passionate about the planet's health kept spirits high.
, there was a Step It Up contra dance, speeches about state and federal environmental legislation, and a pie-auction to raise money for a Missioula office devoted to global warming issues.
, made posters, signs, and other art for the Step It Up march they will participate in on April 25.
, the conservation chair of the Sierra Club showed slides and answered questions during his interactive presentation at a local sports bar.
The Interfaith Climate Action Committee organized a 500-largerally outside a city center that was sponsoring an Environmental Expo. With folk music, visits by Ed Begley Jr. and Daryl Hannah, the the community's call to action is loud and clear.
, saw its Step It Up action strike a chord in students, seniors, and families alike.
There as a bike parade, a global warming cafe, music, waterfront tours, a green car display, other resources available in .
Locals of , inaugerated the Step It Up campaign with a six-mile hike and a picnic lunch.
This wasn't a casual choice: their route followed where the North Country Trail was completely obliterated for a stretch of about a half mile. wells! The Allegheny National Forest has more oil wells than ALL the other national forests in the country COMBINED!
Oil drilling has increased 500% since 2003 and if this trend continues, many more areas that provide high-quality recreation opportunities will be lost.
locals handed out energy efficient lightbulbs in their downtown march and rally.
And 600-1,000 people showed up in to reveal their commitment to ecological justice--including the mayor and a state legislator.
Locals proudly note that two months ago, Al Gore sold out a local arena faster than Elton John did.
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