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Changemakers for Climate, 2/3/16

February 2, 2016 by Ecology Center

Whether you’ve never attended a public meeting or you are already deep in the trenches, this monthly brief will get you up to speed on Bay Area climate campaigns and next steps for action. Issues include Crude by Rail, Bay Area Coal Exports, BAAQMD Refinery Rules, and Community Choice Energy. These targeted campaigns have impacts… Read more »

Fossil Fuel by Rail Puts Vulnerable Communities at Risk – Rally in Oakland, 7/21/15

July 13, 2015 by Ecology Center

We may have some of the strongest climate targets and policies in the country, but that doesn’t offer much comfort to Californians who live along railroads that are transporting coal and crude oil. A new report by Communities for a Better Environment and ForestEthics show that 80% of the people who live closest to the… Read more »

Berkeley, Richmond and SF Set to Divest from Fossil Fuels

April 25, 2013 by Ecology Center

The mayors of Berkeley and Richmond announced today that they are committed to divesting city funds and pension investments from fossil fuel companies. This follows San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors unanimous vote on Tuesday to urge their $16 billion pension fund to divest from fossil fuels. It’s an exciting moment for the fossil fuels divestment… Read more »

Richmond Community: Do You Want Your Garden Tested?

August 16, 2012 by Ecology Center

Urban Tilth is leading an effort to test Richmond gardens that may have been affected by last weeks’ Chevron fire. They are hoping to gather as much data as possible to build a coordinated community response. If you or someone you know has a garden that is potentially contaminated, Urban Tilth has put together this… Read more »