“We’re at a tipping point, not only in terms of the climate, but also in terms of whether we respond with resignation or with decisive action. It is time to re-commit, re-energize and act! The importance of your role – of all our roles – in creating this transformation cannot be overestimated.” Gina Hardin – 350CO Board Member
ACTION OF THE MONTH: Sign and share the petition to divest state pension funds from fossil fuels. Click here to take action!
2020: Legislative Preview & Lobby Day Talking Points
Make everyday climate lobby day! Learn about a few of the climate bills 350 Colorado is supporting this session and get the talking points from our first 2020 climate lobby day that welcomed over 70 participants last month. Read more!
…and the frack goes on
Since Governor Polis took office last year over 2,109 new wells have been approved in Colorado and over 900 have been approved since SB19-181 was signed into law. Find out why we need continued action against fracking in Colorado in 2020. Learn more.
Stopping the Money Pipeline! How Divestment is a Positive Force for the Climate Movement
Investors, organizations, banks, and governments from all over the planet have pledged to divest with momentum building daily. Find out what is going on in Colorado and how to join the global mobilization supporting divestment this April. Read more.
Upcoming Events & Actions
- Feb 15 – DENVER: Planet in Peril: Call to Action
- March 12 – BOULDER: Book Signing & Fundraiser with Pam Houston – More details TBA
- March 20 – DENVER: Climate Lobby Day
- Please view our full calendar to join local team meetings, committee conference calls & more
Movement Moments – News, Tips & Tricks
CLIMATE HERO OF THE MONTH
Remembering and celebrating the dedication of 350 Central Colorado member Mary Lou Church! READ MORE
350CO JOINS ALLIES IN SUPPORT OF A CLEAN HEATING BILL
Proposed energy legislation adjusts metrics used to evaluate energy demand policy. By accounting for the true costs of fracked gas, new metrics would give renewables a fighting chance. LEARN MORE
GREENWASHING – HOW MARKETING DISTRACTS FROM EFFECTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
Greenwashing tells us that climate change is our fault and that we can solve it by shopping more responsibly. But the problem isn’t your consumer choices, it’s unsustainable corporations and ineffective legislation. READ MORE
WAIT, THERE’S A REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE CERTIFICATION NOW?
Explore a few of the new regenerative agriculture certifications available to you! READ MORE!
WHY CLIMATE ACTIVISTS MUST ALSO BE PEACE ACTIVISTS
Climate activists need to consider that wars and our militaries’ bloated arsenals are possibly an even greater threat to a livable world that the accelerating climate crisis. This calls us to vigilance and action. READ MORE.
TIP & TRICKS FOR WINTER – Money-saving tips to put your home on a carbon diet. Learn more!
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