Climate Action Campaign

We talk about building a Zero Carbon future a lot, but what exactly does that mean? Learn more in this blog by our San Diego Green New Deal Organizer, Bertha! https://www.climateactioncampaign.org//what-does-zero-carb

Three things we heard at the community franchise forums: 1) Residents Want To Hold SDG&E Accountable. 2) The Community Is Begging For SD To Lead On Climate. 3) Families Want The City To Prioritize The Community, Not Corporate Profits.... Learn more: https://www.climateactioncampaign.org//sd-franchise-agreem

Action Alert! We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to put the community in control of our clean energy future. But we need YOUR help! Tomorrow at 6 PM, SD's Enviro Committee is discussing these agreements. ... Here's how you can take action: https://docs.google.com//1kVPdhrRla2nN_IFllAP9tWUcs-/edit

In preparation of San Diego Community Power's launch, we sat down with our Co-Director of Policy, Mat, for a Q&A on what residents can expect with SDCP. Mat is a proud member of SDCP’s Community Advisory Committee, here’s what he had to say: https://www.climateactioncampaign.org//sdcp-is-launching-qa

As our Executive Director and Founder, Nicole Capretz, explained, it's been quite a journey to the launch of San Diego Community Power today! This program is going to be game changing in helping to make clean energy more affordable and accessible in the San Diego region. Learn more about SDCP here: https://sdcommunitypower.org/

They’re a fossil fuel company. They’re going to cling to every last morsel of profit for as long as they can. Climate delay is their bread and butter," our E.D., Nicole Capretz, on how gas utilities are standing in the way of a just transition off gas. https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com//san-diego-gas-green-

It's official: solar is now the cheapest source of electricity in history, according to a recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA). This is HUGE and means that utilities have no excuse to not invest in renewable energy, especially solar and battery storage. One of our #FiveFights is 100% clean energy. We're fighting for a world where every home in sunny Southern California is powered by rooftop solar during the day and battery storage at night. ... Learn more: https://www.popularmechanics.com//solar-cheapest-energy-e/

We’re excited to join San Diego Green Building Council for their Equity Summit next week! Join our Co-Director of Policy, Maleeka, for a great panel on Climate & Equity at the Forefront of Reimagining SD! Register for free here: http://bit.ly/31E8N1t

We urge you to say #YESonE for the Midway District because it puts us on the right path toward addressing both our climate AND housing crisis. If we continue to sprawl out into the backcountry, which is what we’re doing in the county, we’re putting thousands of lives in danger when they could be living in the city with smaller carbon footprints, said Mat Vasilakis, CAC's Co-Director of Policy. https://www.voiceofsandiego.org//morning-report-the-heigh/

It’s time to vote like our climate depends on it (because it does!) Are you still making you plan to vote? Don’t forget to be a #climatevoter! Check out our ballot endorsements below.

We're calling on the San Diego City Council to REJECT the Mayor's bad Franchise Agreement proposal. San Diego can't afford another 101 Ash St. #strikedownthisdeal. If this deal moves forward, it'll give our utility the keys to the city to undermine our climate and clean energy goals.... That's why over 30 local organizations joined us yesterday to stand against the Mayor's backroom deal. CC: Councilmember Chris Ward Vivian Moreno Councilmember Scott Sherman Georgette Gómez Kevin Faulconer Chris J Cate Councilmember Monica Montgomery Steppe Councilmember Jennifer Campbell Councilmember Barbara Bry San Diego City Councilman Mark Kersey

As part of Spooky Spokes Week, local advocacy organizations are teaming up to discuss how we can use cycling to fight climate change, and how we can induce more cycling in our communities. Panelists will cover a range of topics, including: the benefits of sustainable transportation, safe bike infrastructure, and the future of ebikes. Panelists include: - Katie Crist, San Diego County Bicycle Coalition... - Steven Gelb and Bee Mittermiller, SanDiego350 - Karl Aldinger, Sierra Club San Diego - Nicole Burgess, BikeSD - Noah Harris, Climate Action Campaign https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx

NightCAP 2020 may be over, but our fight isn't! We're working tirelessly to build a climate-safe and climate-ready future, but we need YOUR help. Text "Nightcap to 44321" to chip in, even Tony Hawk says so!

PSA from Mayor Gergich of Pawnee, Indiana from @parksandrec: NightCAP 2020 may be over, but our fight for climate, jobs, and justice is not! Can you chip in $5 to our fight? Text "Nightcap to 44321" to donate!

We're excited to say #YESonA in San Diego! Measure A will provide the City of San Diego with the necessary funds to compete for state and federal affordable housing grants, and create upwards of 7,500 homes for seniors, veterans, and unsheltered neighbors. With a steady stream of dedicated affordable housing funds, San Diego can help solve its homelessness problem once and for all. ... Remember: building affordable, infill housing near jobs and transit isn't just the right thing to do, it's a key climate solution. That's why we're asking you to vote #YESonA! Learn more: Yes on Measure A - A Solution for Homelessness.

We know that the fight for racial, social, and climate justice are inextricably linked. That's why we're joining the @midcitycanyouthcouncil to say #YESonB! The San Diego Police Departments needs a more accountable and independent body overseeing their actions and activities. The creation of an independent police oversight commission will give the community a greater voice in our policing, and help to hold officers accountable. ... While this independent commission will not solve police brutality, it can help ensure that those impacted by the current systems have justice while we work collectively to reimagine public health and safety. Voting #YESonB means #YESonPoliceOversight. #policeaccountability #justice #climatejustice #racialjustice #sandiego

Our first ballot endorsement of the #2020Election season is here and we're excited to say #YESonE! Here's what our Executive Director @Ncapretz had to say in a recent op-ed in support of San Diego's Measure E: "Measure Ethe ballot measure to lift the 30 height limit in the Midway Districtis an example of climate-resilient planning that can help us meet our Climate Action Plan goals and advance greater social equity.... Sprawling developments are unsustainable, and worsening climate change and environmental, social, and racial inequities." Instead of sprawl we need affordable, dense, infill housing near existing jobs and transit! Measure E will accomplish just that! "More homes closer to good jobs and transit, along with enhanced bike, pedestrian and transit improvements, local parks, street trees, and more, can reduce emissions and improve our climate, health and quality of life. More affordable housing near transit and jobs also gives future generations more equitable economic and social opportunities, something that is limited today by our outdated planning policies."

Hello climate voters! We’re excited to drop our full list of endorsements for the #2020Election. Check 'em out! Want #climatecandidate endorsements? Check out @sdclimatefund on IG or twitter! In San Diego, we urge you to vote:... - YES on San Diego Measure A - YES on San Diego Measure B - YES on San Diego Measure E In California, we urge you to vote: - YES on CA Prop 15 - YES on CA Prop 16 - YES on CA Prop 17 - YES on CA Prop 18 - NO on Prop 20 - YES on Prop 21 - NO on Prop 22

Today is the FINAL day to buy #NightCAP2020 tickets. We've got a great program, inspiring awardees, fun prizes just for attending, and a cool platform that allows for much more connection than your standard Zoom event. We promise you won't want to miss this! Click here to RSVP: http://ow.ly/2I5d50BHYuH

Just 2 days left until #NightCAP2020 and we hear a local legend might "drop in" for the night! RSVP for a night you won't want to miss https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx