Category: Events

March for Racial Justice

Join “Put A Price On It, DC” at the March for Racial Justice

Climate justice and racial justice go hand-in-hand, as is becoming increasingly clear. We’ve seen in the recent hurricanes that the low-income communities and communities of color that are harmed the most by global warming. In DC, if we don’t act now to stop climate change, we could see Southeast D.C. underwater within decades.

Our carbon fee-and-rebate policy will economically lift those most vulnerable while cutting carbon emissions and reducing the threat of climate change. Let’s come out in support of our coalition partners working hard for racial, social, and climate justice right here in our nation’s capital and support the intersectionality of justice at the March for Racial Justice.

Our very own Mark Rakhmilevich of Green America is organizing our action for Put A Price On It at the March. We are also organizing a planning session and art build with M4RJ organizers on Thursday, September 28, at 7:00 P.M. at the Uptown Art House. If you have any questions about either event, please email Mark at MRakhmilevich@greenamerica.org.

Come join us at the build on Thursday, September 28, then march with us on Saturday, September 30!

Here are the details for the art build: 

What: The March for Racial Justice with Put A Price On It Planning Session & Art Build
When: Thursday, September 28, at 7:00 P.M.
Where: Uptown Art House, 3412 Connecticute Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20008
RSVP: RSVP on Facebook, or email Mark directly at MRakhmilevich@greenamerica.org

And here are the details for the march:

What: March for Racial Justice
When: Saturday, September 30, lineup between 10:00 A.M. and 12:00 P.M (we will update you with an exact time)
Where: Lincoln Park on Capitol Hill

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Spread the Word at the D.C. State Fair

Spread the Word at the D.C. State Fair

Sunday, September 24, 2017
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

 

Come on out to the fair!

We need you to represent the “Put A Price On It, D.C.” campaign at our table at the D.C. state fair. You’ll get the chance to meet the amazing people of DC, spread the word about our campaign, and generate grassroots action, paving the way to passing D.C.’s number one climate initiative!

We’ll provide you with everything you’ll need at the table to attract attention and talk to the public about our campaign. There’s an amazing lineup of groups represented at the fair, including our coalition partners, Americans for Transit, Ben’s Chili Bowl, and the Sierra Club DC Chapter! We’re looking for two or more volunteers for each time slot. Sign up for a timeslot by clicking here!

What: Spread the Word about Put A Price On It at the DC State Fair
When: Sunday, September 24, from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Where: Waterfront Station in Southwest DC (375 and 425 M St. SW)
Event Contacts: Camila Thorndike, camila@chesapeakeclimate.org, 541-951-2619

Can’t make it but still want to help out? We’ve got remote jobs for you — just RSVP and we’ll be in touch.

“Put A Price On It” Presents at the Ward 3 Democrat Meeting

“Put A Price On It” Presents at the Ward 3 Democrat Meeting

Tues, Sept 26, 2017
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

 

The Ward 3 Democrats are hosting a town hall event that will feature the Put A Price On It D.C. campaign and other local sustainability initiatives. And, you’re invited!

This meeting is a huge step for the campaign and an amazing opportunity to demonstrate our grassroots organizing power. We’ll be conducting community outreach and discussing ways to strategically involve Ward 3 Councilmbember Mary Cheh in the policy. We’ll meet briefly before the event to go over best practices for community outreach. Let’s turn up in full force and show Ward 3 that our campaign is stronger than ever, and that D.C. is more than ready for this groundbreaking policy.

What: Ward 3 Democrats Meeting featuring “Put A Price On It D.C.”
When: Tuesday, September 26, 7:00pm (but please arrive at 6:45 for a campaign huddle!)
Where: Forest Hills Home, 4901 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Event Contact: Camila Thorndike, camila@chesapeakeclimate.org, 541-951-2619

Can’t make it on the 11th but still want to help out? We’ve got remote jobs for you — just RSVP and we’ll be in touch.

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Women’s Salon on Diversity in Environmental Justice

Women’s Salon on Diversity in Environmental Justice

Featuring Jacqui Patterson

Director of the NAACP Environmental and Climate Justice Program 

A salon is a gathering of people under the roof of an inspiring host, held partly to amuse one another and partly to refine the taste and increase the knowledge of the participants through conversation.

Unbearable heatwaves, damaging floods, rising food prices and worsening asthma: fossil fuel use is endangering our homes and health. In fact, communities of color are disproportionately harmed by pollution from dirty energy and global warming. We believe that polluters should be held accountable for causing damage to the environment.

It is time to act. How can we all help solve this crisis — and ensure that solutions are equitable for our
communities?

You are invited to a salon on environmental justice right here in Washington, D.C. Whether you’ve never heard of the term or it’s your lifelong passion, we want you to join in the conversation!

We are a group of women who have been working on a variety of climate change and environmental advocacy projects over the past years. It is important to us that the voices of local people of color are represented proportionally in these efforts to make all of D.C. a safe, clean, sustainable, and healthy place to live.

This salon is a welcoming space to explore ways to ensure all voices are present, engaged, heard, and empowered in the movements to make D.C. a climate and environmental justice leader. We are honored to be joined by Jacqui Patterson, the Director of Environmental and Climate Justice Program at the NAACP. The results of this conversation will immediately go into effect in our projects, such as the “Put a Price on It DC” campaign to hold polluters accountable.

RSVP to Camila Thorndike at camila@chesapeakeclimate.org or 541-951-2619.

Entrees will be served, but we invite you to bring your favorite side dish, dessert, or drinks. Childcare will be provided.

Carbon Pricing in the District of Columbia: A Conversation with Councilmember Mary Cheh

Carbon Pricing in the District of Columbia: A Conversation with Councilmember Mary Cheh

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Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 11:00 AM

The John Wilson Building (1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC)

RSVP now to camila@chesapeakeclimate.org

Washington, D.C. is at the forefront of cities nationwide when it comes to promoting clean energy and tackling the climate crisis head-on. As federal politics threaten our local values, it is time for the District to lead again—by reducing our local carbon footprint while continuing to grow and create jobs.

As leaders in the D.C. business community, we invite you to a conversation with Councilmember Mary Cheh to explore proposed Carbon Fee-and-Rebate legislation: an innovative, cost-effective approach to meeting the District’s climate and energy goals.

COME TALK BUSINESS AND CARBON POLICY WITH COUNCILMEMBER MARY CHEH:

RSVP now for this August 24th 11:00 am event to reserve your lunch and a seat at the table. Contact Camila Thorndike, Carbon Pricing Coordinator at the Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN), at camila@chesapeakeclimate.org or phoning (541) 951-2619.

The Climate and Community Reinvestment Act of DC would put a price on economy-wide carbon emissions with a predictably rising carbon fee. Revenue raised by carbon pricing would be recycled back to residents, small businesses, and green investment programs. The multi-sector coalition backing this legislation formed in 2015 and has grown to include more than 35 organizations and businesses.

Carbon pricing can efficiently decarbonize the economy for human sustainability. It is the only strategy that simultaneously reduces fossil fuel dependence while boosting clean energy. Over 30 years of experience and research worldwide has lent this market-based solution strong bipartisan support from leaders such as William Nordhaus, President Obama, and Elon Musk. A carbon price that phases in gradually over time will give businesses the flexibility to plan and adjust their energy usage to reduce or eliminate their carbon emissions by selecting readily available clean energy options.

In July, the Center for Climate Strategies and Regional Economic Models, Inc. (REMI) released an important study analyzing the economic impacts of the D.C. Carbon Fee-and-Rebate. These highly respected research firms found that this policy would cut emissions while maintaining economic growth, creating hundreds of jobs, and putting more money in the pockets of DC residents.

Your perspective as a local business owner is important as this proposal moves forward. We invite you to share your feedback in advance of a bill hearing this fall. Please join fellow business leaders in a conversation with Councilmember Mary Cheh at the Wilson Building at 11 AM on Thursday, August 24. In preparation we encourage you to review the following materials, in order of importance:

To attend, RSVP by Tuesday, August 22 to receive notice of room location and other information by emailing Camila Thorndike, Carbon Pricing Coordinator at the Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN), at camila@chesapeakeclimate.org or phoning (541) 951-2619.

Support “Put A Price On It” At D.C. Public Hearing on Climate Policies

Support “Put A Price On It” At D.C. Public Hearing on Climate Policies

Fri, July 14, 2017
11:00 AM

 

At 11:00 am this Friday, July 14, DC Councilmember Mary Cheh’s Committee on Transportation and the Environment is hosting a public hearing in Room 500 on a new “Green Finance Authority” and other climate resolutions. It’s the last day before the council breaks for summer recess.

Our coalition needs to turn out in force. The legislation under consideration at Councilmember Mary Cheh’s hearing could help move the ball forward for climate action, but it’s missing the solution we just can’t live without: a progressive, economy-wide price on carbon pollution.

Here are the details:

WHO: You!
WHAT: Show support for a strong carbon fee-and-rebate policy at the D.C. Council public hearing
WHEN: Friday July 14, 11:00 am
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
ROOM: Room 500
WHY: Because the planet cannot wait!

If you can’t make it out to the hearing, you can also submit written testimony. Email Rachel Martin at rachelm@chesapeakeclimate.org for more information.

Summer Kickoff Happy Hour

Summer Kickoff Happy Hour

Weds, June 7, 2017
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

 

Join on Wednesday, June 7 as we kick off the summer with a happy hour!

We’ll have much to celebrate, and much to do. This summer will be key for our campaign to put a price on carbon pollution in DC.

During happy hour, we’ll map out the road ahead and form teams to shape and conquer ward-by-ward lobby plans. We’ll also coordinate rockstar writers and social media gurus to help bring our campaign to the next level.

Whether you’ve already volunteered with us, are looking for a way to take your support for local climate action to the next level, or simply want to celebrate our successful campaign launch, come on by!

See you there!

What: Summer Kickoff Happy Hour
Where: Alba Osteria, 425 I (eye) Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
When: Wednesday, June 7, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Who: You and your friends! Invite a few.
Why: Let’s celebrate our launch, and gear up for a carbon rebate summer
Event Contacts: Jeremiah Lowery, jeremiah@chesapeakeclimate.org, 240-475-4009; Camila Thorndike, camila@chesapeakeclimate.org, 541-951-2619

Can’t make it on June 7th but still want to help out? We’ve got remote jobs for you — just RSVP and we’ll be in touch.

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“Put A Price On It D.C.” Campaign Launch & Rally!

“Put A Price On It D.C.” Campaign Launch & Rally!

Thurs, May 11, 2017
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

 

Join us at the “Put A Price On It, D.C.” Campaign Launch and help us grow our campaign to put a price on carbon in D.C.!

On Thursday, May 11, we will urge our City Council to support and pass a strong, equitable price on carbon pollution. We need you to join us on the steps of City Hall for a strong showing of support!

Together, we’ll take our city back from polluters by hitting them where it hurts the most: the unjust profits of their bulging pocketbooks. We’ll then send carbon pricing proceeds right back to our families, neighbors, and communities.

Join us, and be sure to invite your friends, colleagues, neighbors–anyone who wants the real D.C. to lead on the defining issue of our time.

See you next Thursday.

What: Launch for the D.C. Carbon Fee & Rebate campaign
When: Thursday, May 11, 12:00pm – 1:00pm.
Where: Steps of the Wilson Building (City Hall), 1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington D.C.
Event Contacts: Jeremiah Lowery, jeremiah@chesapeakeclimate.org, 240-475-4009; Camila Thorndike, camila@chesapeakeclimate.org, 541-951-2619

Can’t make it on the 11th but still want to help out? We’ve got remote jobs for you — just RSVP and we’ll be in touch.

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Join us at the Peoples Climate Mobilization!

Saturday, Apr 29, 2017
9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

 

Join us at the Peoples Climate Mobilization and help us grow our campaign to put a price on carbon in D.C.!

The People’s Climate March for Climate, Jobs, and Justice is just around the corner. On April 29, we need to make a big show of support against Donald Trump’s polluting agenda. This will also be an unbeatable opportunity to grow our local climate movement and advance the campaign to “Put A Price On It D.C.”

We plan to seize this moment — but we need your help! Join us and help us grow our base at the Peoples Climate Mobilization.

During the march, we will be carrying signs in support of the DC carbon rebate campaign, gathering petitions, and performing a fun skit about the policy. We need a lot of folks in the crowds calling for action on this solution! It’s time to hold polluters accountable for environmental injustice by making them pay carbon rebates to all DC residents. Volunteers will be meeting at Protein Bar near Capitol Hill before heading out to march.

What: Join us to build support during the Peoples Climate Mobilization
When: Saturday, April 29, meetup between 9:30 -10:00 a.m.
Where: Protein Bar, 398 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Event Contacts: Jeremiah Lowery, jeremiah@chesapeakeclimate.org, 240-475-4009; Camila Thorndike, camila@chesapeakeclimate.org, 541-951-2619

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Join us at the March for Science!

Sat, Apr 22, 2017
1:00PM – 4:00 PM

 

Join us at the March for Science and help us grow our campaign to put a price on carbon in D.C.!

Earth Week is quickly approaching, beginning with the historic March for Science. On April 22, we need to make a big show of support against Donald Trump’s polluting agenda. This will also be an unbeatable opportunity to grow our local climate movement and advance the campaign to “Put A Price On It D.C.”

We plan to seize this moment — but we need your help! Join us and help us grow our base at the March for Science.

During the march, we will be carrying signs in support of the DC carbon rebate campaign and gathering petitions. We need a lot of folks in the crowds calling for action on this solution! It’s time to hold polluters accountable for environmental injustice by making them pay carbon rebates to all DC residents. Volunteers will be meeting at the Archives Navy Memorial Metro Station at 7:30 a.m. before heading out to march.

Will you join us and help us volunteer at the March for Science?

What: Volunteer with the carbon price campaign at the March for Science
When: Saturday, April 22, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00pm.
Where: Volunteers will meet at the Archives Navy Memorial Metro Station at 1:00 pm
Event Contacts: Jeremiah Lowery, jeremiah@chesapeakeclimate.org, (240) 475-4009; Camila Thorndike, camila@chesapeakeclimate.org, 541-951-2619

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