Crosscut, by Melissa Santos / January 15, 2020 With voters and lawmakers alike identifying homelessness as the top issue before Washington’s Legislature this year, several proposals at the state Capitol aim to let cities raise more money locally to tackle the problem. Where the plans diverge: … [Read more...]
Inslee wants action to curb homelessness and vehicle pollution in 2020. Here’s what voters think
Crosscut, by Shauna Sowersby / January 15, 2020 Inslee highlighted three main areas where he hopes to see the most success: training for midcareer workers, tackling homelessness and establishing a clean fuel standard. He also touched on a few other “tasks” he believes the Legislature needs to … [Read more...]
‘Important Victory’ for Historic Black Community Over the Atlantic Coast Pipeline
A federal court threw out a permit Tuesday that the pipeline's owners needed to build a natural gas compressor station in Union Hill, a community founded by freed slaves after the Civil War. In doing so, the judges sided with the community and their lawyers, who argued that the compressor would … [Read more...]
HB 2311, Emissions Limit Bill, Signed by Governor
For Background: In 2008, Washington enacted legislation (RCW 70.235) that set a series of limits on the emission of greenhouse gases within the state: quote: By 2020, reduce overall emissions of greenhouse gases in the state to 1990 levels; By 2035, reduce overall emissions of greenhouse … [Read more...]
New Organization, Change Roots, Explores What Is Bipartisanship
A new organization, Change Roots, wants to be the app empowering you to end toxic partisanship. Simply put, bipartisanship is working with the other party to get something done. Its opposite, partisanship, is working only to get done what your party wants, at the expense of the other party. … [Read more...]
Severe Weather Resources – Eastside
Single Men - Congregations for the Homeless Severe Weather Hours: 24/7 services for homeless men Address: 515B 116th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA Bus Routes: The closest bus route is the 271 bus. It stops at 116th Ave NE and NE 2nd Place. Walk north, and the Center is on the left. Phone Number: … [Read more...]
Sign Up to Host a 2020 LAUNCH PARTY on January 29th for Sunrise Movement
IF THERE EVER WAS A MOMENT TO GET INVOLVED, IT IS NOW. MAKE YOUR 2020 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION TO BE PART OF OUR PLAN TO WIN THE GREEN NEW DEAL! Sign Up Now. 2020 is going to be a turning point for our generation’s future, but whether it goes our way is up to us. Scientists around the world are … [Read more...]
Uprooting Racism for White Folks, February 1,2, 2020 in Port Townsend
Whether you are a seasoned activist or new to race work, we invite folks who identify as White/of European decent to deepen your race awareness and gain tools to take action towards a more equitable, just, and healthy life for all people, in a supportive and creative environment. This highly … [Read more...]
To Fight Climate Change, One City May Ban Heating Homes With Natural Gas
Seeking to do their part to avert climate change, dozens of cities are exploring ways to limit natural gas heating in new homes. One city may also require existing homeowners to make a switch. BELLINGHAM, Wash. — As a progressive-minded city nestled where the Cascade mountains reach the … [Read more...]
Field Studies Continue for Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is continuing field studies in December 2019 as part of ongoing environmental and technical work for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. According to the Port, the purpose of these studies is to determine the physical conditions (e.g., temperature and … [Read more...]
New climate research shows need for deep cuts in Washington’s greenhouse gas emissions
WA Dept of Ecology, December 19, 2019 With new research predicting that climate change will cause serious damage to Washington’s environment and economy, the Washington Department of Ecology is recommending the state make deep cuts in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, and eliminate nearly all … [Read more...]
For the Wild – Radio interviews
For The Wild is an anthology of the Anthropocene; focused on land based protection, co-liberation and intersectional storytelling rooted in a paradigm shift from human supremacy towards deep ecology. This is a series of radio programs interviewing a number of activists and leaders on a variety of … [Read more...]
Sweet Honey and the Rock comes to Bellingham Jan 17, 2020
Sweet Honey and the Rock will be performing at the Mt. Baker Theater In Bellingham on January 17, 2020. Unitarian Universalist Dr. Ysaye Barnwell, composer and singer, and former member of Sweet Honey, wrote the group's piece "Breaths" that is in our UU Singing the Journey Song hymnal. She was … [Read more...]
New Report: 300 and Counting
State attorneys general have mounted a vigorous defense against the administration’s assaults on our environmental, climate and clean energy values. Since the start of the Trump administration, state attorneys general have taken 300 actions to advance laws and policies covering air, water, toxics, … [Read more...]
Energy Storage Project On Upper Columbia Brings Jobs — And Concerns From Colville Tribes
BY Courtney Flatt, DEC 23, 2019 at 10:48 AM Northwest News Network A new energy storage project is in the works near eastern Washington’s Chief Joseph Dam on the Columbia River. The project is expected to bring construction jobs to the region. But the nearby Confederated Tribes of the Colville … [Read more...]
Save the Date: White Privilege Symposium Northwest, May 15-16, 2020, TBD
The White Privilege Symposium (WPS) Northwest is an evening followed by a full day event designed to examine patterns, cultures, and systems that contribute to identity, power, and privilege. In examining and challenging concepts of privilege and oppression, WPS Northwest offers solutions and team … [Read more...]
Lobby Days Coming Up As Legislature Convenes, Jan. 15 to Feb. 5, Olympia WA
Clean & Abundant Waters Lobby Day 2020 Hosted by Puget Soundkeeper Alliance and 4 others https://www.facebook.com/events/891894651241303/ Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 11 AM – 4 PM The United Churches of Olympia, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, Washington 98501 Register … [Read more...]
The New Hope: Indigenous and Youth Voices Rise for Climate Justice Despite Failure of COP25
Amazon Watch, DECEMBER 21, 2019 by LEILA SALAZAR-LÓPEZ Amazon Watch was at COP25 in Madrid alongside indigenous youth, women, and elected leaders to amplify indigenous peoples' voices and protect the Amazon, both are urgent and necessary to address the climate crisis. Together, we participated in … [Read more...]
Police Were Ready to Shoot Indigenous Pipeline Protesters in Canada, Documents Reveal
RCMP higher-ups also told their officers to "use as much violence toward the gate as you want." Police were ready to arrest both children and grandparents, and one document mentioned the possibility of sending children to social services. Historically, the RCMP forcibly removed indigenous children … [Read more...]
Puyallup Tribe, environmental groups file challenges against Tacoma LNG project
BY DEBBIE COCKRELL, DECEMBER 20, 2019 06:00 AM - News Tribune Tacoma’s liquefied natural gas project under development on the Tideflats cleared a final permit hurdle last week, and challenges promised by opponents now have been filed. On Thursday, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians … [Read more...]
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