From Bicycles to Panels to Advocacy
I have always been a cyclist, though a commuter first, exerciser second and then there’s the time I took my old hybrid to Phil’s and boy did I get some looks! Cycling has always been a simple and affordable way for me to help the planet. Then along about 2009 when I moved into my (More...)
Trump Reversal on Paris Climate Deal Stimulates Instead of Stifles
President Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris Climate Deal is having the opposite effect than expected. Hundreds of cities, states, and businesses are advancing with stronger than ever commitments to clean energy and a reduction in polluting emissions. 334 mayors, three governors, more than 80 university presidents and more than 100 businesses are negotiating with the (More...)
People’s Climate March Bend
Freedom Isn’t Free
By Alice Hodgdon “Freedom isn’t free.” A common phrase oft used by the right. I’m taking it back. For decades in the US and elsewhere, we have enjoyed driving larger & larger vehicles, flaunted our wealth and power, used dirty sources of energy, and chosen convenience and greed over conservation and community. Freedom isn’t free (More...)
Major News
This is huge! A major step forward in the battle against climate change. Thank you President Obama for the Clean Energy Plan!! There are many more fights we must win on the Local, State and Federal levels. There are many ways to join the movement. Volunteer, donate to 350 Deschutes, put panels on your roof, (More...)
Keep It In The Ground-Oregon