Category News & Events

Solar Punk: Thursday, October 17, 7:30-10 pm

Join us for a Solar Punk-themed fundraiser on the Brooklyn SolarWorks rooftop! Music, refreshments, fun, silent auction, and more! Get your tickets now!

Power Hour – Right to Cooling: Oct 1 and Oct 4

Join our Power Hour Monday at 12 pm, by registering here. This week, we’re returning to one of our priority campaigns from this summer — The Right to Cooling Legislative Package. We’ll be making calls in support of these three proposed bills in city council which would address the impacts of extreme heat in NYC. […]

Climate Check Podcast September 2024: The Climate Change Prophet

Our host Eva Dean is joined by Sameer Ranade, the ‘The Climate Change Prophet.’ Sameer is a climate justice activist and spoken word rhyme artist who believes social progress can be made through art, education, organizing, & inclusivity. Sameer has dedicated his career and artistic endeavors to the cause of social justice and climate protection.

350BK General Meeting: Sept 18

NYS Climate Law is Under Attack: Call to Action New York is failing—badly—its own mandates under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. Governor Hochul is questioning the law altogether. Meanwhile, she’s quashed congestion pricing, the best hope for shoring up mass transit and reducing transportation emissions in NYC. What’s going on? How can we […]

Climate Check’s Creative Showcase for the Info Commons Community On Sat, Sep 14

Climate Check’s Creative Showcase for the Info Commons Community On Sat, Sep 14, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm at Central Library, Info Commons Lab Eva Welchman, the Executive Producer and Show Host of the Climate Check podcast, is going to showcase the work behind our monthly podcast,

Climate Justice Lives Here Festival – Sept 28

RSVP to join us for Climate Justice Lives Here Festival on Sept 28, 2-7 pm at Pier 4, Brooklyn Army Terminal. A gathering marking the 10th anniversary of the 2014 People’s Climate March with music, performances, learning circles, and more!

Escalate Pressure on Citibank

Citibank is the worst funder of fossil fuel expansion since the Paris Agreement went into effect in 2016 and the second worst funder of dirty energy projects in the world from 2016 to 2023, spending a total of $396.3 billion on coal, oil, and gas. We need your help to build our pressure on Citi: […]

🪧⚖️📣 Help Protect Greenpeace

🪧⚖️📣 Help Protect Greenpeace   Greenpeace is being sued by Big Oil. Energy Transfer, the Big Oil company behind the Dakota Access Pipeline, claims that Greenpeace USA and Greenpeace International organized the 2016-2017 Standing Rock resistance. This is a false and racist attempt to erase Indigenous leadership from a consequential, historic protest.   If Energy […]

Feminists Fight Fossil Fuels: Aug 25

🔥 No girl bosses on a dead planet! We’re organizing a mass march on 8/25, meeting at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Memorial to hold Citi’s CEO #MethaneJane Fraser accountable for her contributions to climate destruction. 🙌🏻 Join us in this crucial fight for a sustainable future: www.summerofheat.org/feministmarch

NYS Agencies are Falling Short on Climate Act Compliance

A new report by @nyrenews and @nylpi reveals that major New York State agencies are falling short on Climate Act compliance, with billions in unregulated investments and projects. From highway expansions to clean energy funding, these agencies are missing essential climate and equity screenings. It’s time to hold decision-makers accountable. Use the links here to learn more and to […]

Thur, Aug 8, 6:00 pm: Stop Utility Rate Hikes in NY! Virtual Briefing Event

Thur, Aug 8, 6:00 pm: Stop Utility Rate Hikes in NY! Virtual Briefing Event Sane Energy members know all about our ongoing fight against fracked gas utility giant National Grid, but did you know our allies in upstate NY are ALSO fighting National Grid? Join us for a virtual briefing to hear updates on our […]

Reducing Single-Use Plastics in Makeup and Clothing

Reducing Single-Use Plastics in Makeup and Clothing It’s the final week of Plastic Free July and we’re focusing on cutting single-use plastics in makeup and clothing. Many beauty and fashion products are packaged in plastic or contain it, leading to microplastic pollution. Here are some tips to minimize your environmental impact: Choose Plastic-Free Packaging: Opt […]

STOP EACOP

STOP EACOP On July 26th, activists from the Ugandan diaspora and from organizations like 350.org, the Black Hive, and DRUM joined together at the AIG office in Manhattan to demand that they refuse to insure EACOP. Activists peacefully blocked the entrance to the AIG building with a banner reading, “AIG, the people say: STOP EACOP.” Ten […]

August 1 – Annual Picnic Potluck at Prospect Park

Annual Picnic Potluck at Prospect Park Food, drink, and summertime conviviality–in August we get together and just hang out. Bring something to share, a friend, and reusable utensils. Join us on August 1, Thursday from 6 pm. Enter Prospect Park at Grand Army Plaza and walk into Long Meadow. Look for the table with the […]

Reducing Single-Use Plastics in the Bathroom

Reducing Single-Use Plastics in the Bathroom Our bathrooms are often filled with hidden plastics, contributing significantly to plastic waste! Reducing plastics in the bathroom and personal hygiene routines is a great step towards a more sustainable lifestyle. Here are some simple swaps you can make: Cleaning Products: DIY Cleaning Solutions: Make your own cleaning products […]

Reducing Single-Use Plastics in the Kitchen

Reducing Single-Use Plastics in the Kitchen ♻️This is Week 3 of our Plastic-Free July! And, we’re focusing on reducing single-use plastics in the kitchen. Plastic is harmful to our health, especially when it comes in contact with our food and bodies. Here are some simple swaps to eliminate plastic from your refrigerator and pantry: 🛒Choose […]

July 23 – Renewable Brooklyn College & The Promise of Publicly-Owned Power

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Single-Use Plastic Reduction at the Workplace

Single-Use Plastic Reduction at the Workplace 🌍🌱 Let’s tackle single-use plastic reduction at the workplace! Whether you’re in an office, a factory, or working remotely, there are plenty of ways to minimize plastic waste during your workday. Here are some tips to get started: 🍱 Bring Your Own Lunch Container: Pack your lunch in a […]

Mermaid Parade Video

Simple Tips on How to Reduce Single-Use Plastic “On the Go”

Simple Tips on How to Reduce Single-Use Plastic “On the Go” Would you like to learn some simple tips on how to reduce single-use plastic “on the go” and make more sustainable choices in our daily lives? Here are some easy ways to get you started: BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle): Ditch plastic water bottles […]

General Meeting: June 13, Greenpoint Library

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Dive into a Plastic Free Summer!

Check out our summer of plastic-free actions to see where you can dive in! Collect plastic for art, help with a beach cleanup, attend a panel, make art, join us at the Mermaid Parade.. we've got a whole summer lined up.

350Brooklyn’s Run For the Planet

Raise Money, Have Fun, and Love Your Planet! There are many ways to help: join us, buy raffle tickets, or help us spread the word about our annual 5k on May 19 2024 in Prospect Park, Brooklyn

Bring Your Own Cup

Listen Now: Climate Activism for Families

In our latest Climate Check podcast episode, Liat Olenick, who is co-founder and organizer at Climate Families NYC and an experienced public school educator, explains that young children can understand that climate pollution is bad, plus they love to solve problems. She describes how the youngest members of our society can participate in actions targeting the adults who can change the course of the climate crisis