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July 20, 2023

THE CLIMATE MOVEMENT
NEWSLETTER & ACTION TOOLKIT
LET THEM FIGHT
Twenty-one youth sued the U.S. government for promoting fossil fuels and violating their right to a livable planet. A federal judge says their suit should go to trial, but the D.O.J. is trying to stop it. DEMAND the Attorney General give these youth their day in court!
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END FOSSIL FUELS NOW!
On September 17th, JOIN THE MARCH as the UN gathers in New York City for a meeting of the General Assembly. We’re demanding world leaders take on bold climate action by phasing out fossil fuels.
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UN-DAM THE SNAKE
Low water levels and dams on the lower Snake River are endangering the survival of salmon there, the sacred food source of local Native communities that treaties were supposed to protect. FILE YOUR PUBLIC COMMENT telling the Biden administration the dams must come down.
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PUBLIC PRESSURE
During Biden’s campaign, he promised to not offer leases for any new oil and gas drilling projects on public lands and waters if he was elected. But now that he's in office, he's reneged. REMIND HIM of his campaign promises and demand he follows through.
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LET WILDLIFE RECOVER
More than a third of America’s fish and wildlife species are threatened with extinction and they need YOUR help. SEND A MESSAGE urging Congress to pass the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act.
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DIRTY DECISIONS
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is owned by the federal government, but is behaving like a private dirty energy company, doubling down on costly fossil fuel plants and ignoring the revolution in cheap solar. Help residents CLEAN UP TVA.
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This is the spotlight for the heroes doing the most urgent work on climate.
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Meet one of this year’s Goldman Environmental prize recipients ALESSANDRA KORAP MUNDURKU an indigenous Brazilian activist who fights mining giants to protect her rainforest.

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Meet one of this year’s Goldman Environmental prize recipients ALESSANDRA KORAP MUNDURKU an indigenous Brazilian activist who fights mining giants to protect her rainforest.
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Human rights lawyer JULIAN AGUON fights for Indigenous rights and environmental justice for communities in his native Guam and around the Pacific.

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Human rights lawyer JULIAN AGUON fights for Indigenous rights and environmental justice for communities in his native Guam and around the Pacific.
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Ugandan veterinarian DR. GLADYS KALEMA-ZIKUSOKA overcame government pressure, sexism and racism to help preserve mountain gorillas’ critical habitat. She's even changed the minds of those who used to hunt the gorillas but now trap them for conservation.

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Ugandan veterinarian DR. GLADYS KALEMA-ZIKUSOKA overcame government pressure, sexism and racism to help preserve mountain gorillas’ critical habitat. She's even changed the minds of those who used to hunt the gorillas but now trap them for conservation.
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RACHEL’S FARM — Farmer Rachel Ward has dedicated her existence to turning her land into a climate-friendly farm. She makes us laugh and cry explaining the trials and tribulations of regenerative farming. (Madman Films)

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PAVED PARADISE — Why did we pave paradise to put up parking lots? Apparently because the government says we have to. Watch to learn how archaic laws are putting out more pavement. What can be done differently? (Climate Town)

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BITCOIN CEO BROS — Greenpeace USA took on NYC with stunning projections on prominent buildings to bring attention to the detrimental climate impacts of Bitcoin investments. And there’s laser eyes. (Greenpeace USA)

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THE CON IN CONSCIENCE — Watching this guy roast the fossil fuel industry might seem over-the-top, but deep down you've heard these lines somewhere before … (Seán Burke)

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SYSTEM CHANGE — The world's financial markets aren't delivering the energy transition we need fast enough, and influential establishment publications are now acknowledging this. What does this mean for the movement? (Michael Mezzatesta)

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Climate science can be overwhelming. Here’s your easy-to-share highlight reel.
BEFORE THE TRUFFLE STARTS

Mushrooms just keep getting better. Turns out, these little geniuses can help prevent forest fires faster. Read how the mycelium make it happen, and why it’s so important.

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DEEP GREEN SEA?

The ocean is changing color from blue to green, due to changes in plankton populations. Climate change may be to blame.

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HOTTER THAN H-ELL NIÑO

We’ve recorded some of the hottest days on record in the past couple weeks. But El Niño is brewing and the worst may be yet to come.

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PATHOGEN PLANET

After leaps and strides had been made in human health, various animals and the diseases they carry are being pushed into new territories. Now, global public health is being threatened. Check out this amazing visual for more information.

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NOW THAT'S A COOL COLOR

How do we stay cool in these record-breaking temperatures? A professor at Purdue has discovered the answer, and it requires paint brushes.

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THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW

Climate impacts are non-linear, which is why every degree of temperature increase will not result in the same increment of damage. So what can we expect next?

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A DAM SHAME?

There has been consistent debate about whether hydropower can be considered a clean energy source. The controversial environmental impacts are clear, but how does the power source fair with climate emissions?

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Here’s what it looks like when people show up, voices ring loud and leaders act for the sake of the planet.
HOUSE OF PLASTICS

It would be great if we could rid the world of plastics, but the next best option is to find creative ways to repurpose them. That’s exactly what this startup is working on. See the creative solution that is doing a lot of good.

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FLOAT ON, MY FARM

Solar farms have gained popularity in the renewable energy market, but they take up a lot of land that many regions don’t have to spare. New technology is pushing these solar farms out to sea. Will it work?

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ELECTRIC SUBURB

Starting in January 2024, all new buildings in Oak Park, IL will be required to be fully electric. It is the first city in the Midwest to pass legislation of this kind.

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LA LA LAND

In order for California to meet its lofty climate goals, the state is creating a massive carbon capture program. The technology aims to capture 95% of all emissions at the plant and store it underground. Can it be done?

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CAN’T HANDLE, PANHANDLE

A liquified natural gas company will no longer be able to build on an old mill property in Port St. Joe, Florida. This win can be attributed to massive community pushback and organizing!

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HANSEN NOT HAPPY

Former NASA scientist, James Hansen, famously warned the world about climate change in 1988, and now at age 82, he has some harsh words for all those who disregarded his concerns.

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HIGH-WAY TO HELL

We all know temperatures are rising due to climate change, but now the question is, how high can they possibly go? Unfortunately, we are finding out as we speak.

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AN UNLIKELY ALLIANCE

The fate of methane might rely on the US and China’s ability to work together to reduce the output of the gas responsible for 30% of global heating.

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OIL BE GETTIN’ OUT OF HERE.

Many oil companies have withdrawn from their climate pledges, either away from the public eye or via deceitful methods. See who’s responsible and what they’ve done.

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AIRLINE ALLY?

The United Airlines CEO is warning the public that the climate crisis is set to make airline delays even worse. He also has choice words for those in the industry who praise carbon credits. So what’s his plan?

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WIMBLEDON WITHDRAWN

Barclay’s is Europe's largest fossil fuel funder, so why are they allowed to sponsor Wimbledon? Celebrities are getting heated and they’re making their voices heard.

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REPARATION RENOUNCEMENT

The White House has made it clear that “under no circumstances” will the US ever pay climate reparations to countries facing the brunt of climate impacts. From one of the largest climate contributors, is this really the right move?

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NOT JUST FOR HOBBITS

A retired software engineer has made it his mission to create a home that can withstand multiple climate disasters. And he’s not the only one working on such a project.

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CLIMATE THREATS

More and more evidence is linking daily weather patterns to climate change disruptions. One meteorologist has received death threats just for reporting on the connection.

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