Welcome to our September 2022 Newsletter!
In this issue, learn about the #FossilFreeFed Campaign and recent actions that garnered international press at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, along with why Environmental, Social and Governance investing is still not enough to combat the climate crisis. Also, learn about Colorado’s ozone pollution problem and efforts by 350CO and partnering groups to enact stronger protections.
From all of us on the 350CO Team, we wish you a wonderful September!
Quote of the Month – “Very few people on earth ever get to say: ‘I am doing, right now, the most important thing I could possibly be doing.’ If you join this fight that’s what you’ll get to say.” ~ Bill McKibben
Action of The Month: Tell Colorado Leaders to Take Action on Ozone! –> Click here to send your letter.
Climate Activists Protest at Federal Reserve Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, Calling for End to Fossil Fuel Finance Each August, economists, federal bank CEOs & leaders who are making decisions about U.S. financial flows However, by failing to account for the role of the climate crisis, and propping up fossil fuel investments, they are putting our economy and our communities at risk.
Corporate Commitments, Nice Capitalism, and the Illusion of Change
Environment, Social, and Governance investing strategies have ballooned in recent years due to an increased interest in marrying financial returns with social values. Although it sounds like the perfect solution, the truth about this high-minded practice is much darker.
Enviro Groups Demand Rules to Protect Coloradans from Ozone, Oil & Gas Impacts
Groups call on Oil & Gas Commission for rules to address harmful cumulative impacts of oil and gas production in Colorado, including ozone pollution, poor air quality, and climate impacts.
Curbing Methane Emissions in Cattle: An Unlikely Solution Found in Seaweed
Methane warms the planet by 86 times as much as CO2, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change – and cattle are the number one source of agricultural greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Seaweed could provide a solution.
Video of the Month – We Demand a Fossil Free Fed
We gathered in Jackson Hole, Wyoming to deliver our message to the Federal Reserve at the 2022 Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. Watch this short clip to learn more and get inspired!
A huge thanks to our September Climate Hero of the Month – Gina Hardin!
This month we are excited to honor Gina Hardin. Gina is a long-time 350 Colorado Board of Directors member, with Gina being one of 350 Colorado’s founding board members. This month, she is transitioning off of 350 Colorado’s Board after many years of dedicated service and we want to take this opportunity to thank her profusely for her tireless dedication and hours and hours of service to this community!
Gina Hardin
Upcoming Events & Actions
- Sept 10, 10:30am – 350CO Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Workshop (Denver)
- Sept 12-26 – 350CO Local Team Fall Fundraiser! Support Local Teams this month.
- Sept 15, 5pm – Climate Policy Regulatory Action Committee Action Hour; Join via Zoom
- Sept 22, 7pm – Virtual Film Screening of “Dear President Biden”
- Sept 24, 10am – Climate Leadership Workshop (Colorado Springs)
Please view our full calendar to join local team meetings, committee conference calls & more
Did you know? You can support 350CO when buying a home!
If you or someone you know is looking to buy a new home, please support 350CO through Climate Change Realty – a real estate brokerage that donates 50% of its net commissions to 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations dedicated to fighting climate change. Contact ethan@ccrboulder.com if you are interested in moving or visit www.ccrboulder.com today and look for 350CO on the list of partnering non-profits!