This Saturday, October 24 is the International Day of Climate Action. The event was created by 350.org "an international campaign dedicated to building a movement to unite the world around solutions to the climate crisis." If you didn't already know, scientists have determined that 350 parts per million is the safe upper limit for CO2 in our atmosphere. We're already above that limit at 390ppm and 350.org wants to help ensure we get back to and stay in the safety zone.
So they're asking the world to get involved by encouraging individuals to organize action events in their hometowns. 350.org says that people in over 1000 communities in 150 nations have announced events. Even if you don't want to organize an event, you can participate in one by searching for "Actions" near you.
In New York, San Francisco and Boston, you can join participate in a future seal level ride, wearing snorkel masks, floaties and other underwater gear as you bike to bring attention to the ways in which global warming can affect our water levels and shorelines. Also in New York you can dance out your support for climate change at Studio 54. Or if rowing and kayaking is more your thing, you can join a group in the Hudson River flying giant '350' banners. In Chicago, go on the Climate Action Day bike ride or participate in a rally and enjoy a green fair in Oak Park. And in Des Moines, Iowa you can attend a Climate Carnival for with fun climate-related learning activities for kids and families.
Image by 350.org on flickr under a Creative Commons License.
So they're asking the world to get involved by encouraging individuals to organize action events in their hometowns. 350.org says that people in over 1000 communities in 150 nations have announced events. Even if you don't want to organize an event, you can participate in one by searching for "Actions" near you.
In New York, San Francisco and Boston, you can join participate in a future seal level ride, wearing snorkel masks, floaties and other underwater gear as you bike to bring attention to the ways in which global warming can affect our water levels and shorelines. Also in New York you can dance out your support for climate change at Studio 54. Or if rowing and kayaking is more your thing, you can join a group in the Hudson River flying giant '350' banners. In Chicago, go on the Climate Action Day bike ride or participate in a rally and enjoy a green fair in Oak Park. And in Des Moines, Iowa you can attend a Climate Carnival for with fun climate-related learning activities for kids and families.
Image by 350.org on flickr under a Creative Commons License.
Thanks for this information! We as responsible people need to take the initiative to create a better world. It can be done either by joining an organization or at an individual level. Implementing green ideas like carpooling, cycling or walking, recycling paper, plastic, glass, using alternate sources of energy, and conservation of natural resources like water is a great way to go green. Water conservation tips can be found at http://j.mp/1vq9nA
Thanks for this information! We as responsible people need to take the initiative to create a better world. It can be done either by joining an organization or at an individual level. Implementing green ideas like carpooling, cycling or walking, recycling paper, plastic, glass, using alternate sources of energy, and conservation of natural resources like water is a great way to go green. Water conservation tips can be found at http://j.mp/1vq9nA