In this month’s episode of Citizens Climate Radio, Eileen Flanagan, a writer, social change teacher, Quaker, and activist, dives deep with host Peterson Toscano into four different roles people have traditionally taken in change movements. In addition, Erica Valdez and Horace Mo join Peterson for a vibrant discussion about their personal experiences in taking one of these roles.  See our complete show notes including links to guests, a full transcript, and possible action steps you can take. Visit www.cclusa.org/radio Finding Your Role  In Eileen Flanagan’s words, the four recurring roles in change movements include rebels, advocates, organizers, and helpers. One of the best ways to understand these four roles is through their different orientations. Eileen says, “The helpers’ orientation is: what can I do to improve things without messing with the system?” She mentions climate change helpers who take the initiative to help insulate houses or help put solar panels on a neighbor’s roof. A helper also prepares food for events, provides rides for volunteer lobbyists, and donates money to a climate organization.   Elieen further explains, “An advocate takes the role of trying to use the tools of the system to change things.” Advocates often capitalize on lobbying and lawsuits to convince elected officials and people in power to make decisions.  Good News Story Horace Mo in Chongqing shares a good news story about China’s new carbon trading regulations. If you have a good news story to share, email radio @ citizensclimateradio.org or leave a message at our visiting voicemail line: (619) 512-9646‬ Nerd Corner Citizens’ Climate’s Research Coordinator Dana Nuccitelli discusses the geeky world of permitting reform. Dana highlights climate research (and makes it understandable) for fellow nerds and the nerd curious! Visit The Nerd Corner to see the Chart of the Week, regular blog posts, and an active forum to connect with other nerds.  Photo by Nataliya Vaitkevich

    The strength of CCL's chapters runs on volunteer leaders feeling empowered to make requests, especially requesting volunteers to participate.  This session, lead by Jean Ritok, former Group Co-Leader of the Raleigh Durham Chapter, takes you from your existing skill level in asking, to empowered asking.  It’s an avenue to partnership in your chapter, volunteers enjoying their participation and peace of mind that your chapter is humming. 

Your members of Congress (MOCs) will be working in their district/state offices during the last week of March and first week of April. Join this training to learn more recommendations to help your MOCs keep the policies in CCL’s policy agenda front and center by dropping off material that shows climate policy has strong support in your district/state.  The ideal drop-off will help build your relationship with the office and demonstrate a steady drumbeat of climate activism and increased support for climate policy in the district.  Some ideas for your drop-off might include: -A bunch of signed constituent letter forms or a thank you card or photo signed by chapter members -A stack of letters handwritten by attendees during your February and March chapter meetings -A folder of newspaper clippings, letters to the editor, op-eds and earned media coverage of your chapter -A one-page summary of your district/state endorsement report or a show of support from a local leader -A creative idea of your own such as home baked goods, kids' drawings or postcards, flowers, etc. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (3:55) Why Is This Important? (7:43) What To Deliver? (12:11) Making The Delivery (17:38) Final Recommendations Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/march-dropoff  Log your drop-offs in Action Tracker at: https://cclusa.org/actiontracker  Constituent Comment Forms: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/236    Share your experience in the forums! https://cclusa.org/forums 

Citizens' Climate Lobby's Karina Ramirez and Drew Eyerly will present on "Understanding What You Don't Understand," which outlines the importance of working together while embracing differences. Andrew (Drew) Eyerly serves as CCL’s Conservative Outreach Director, where he lends a conservative voice and perspective to the organization’s mission while working to recruit, engage, and retain right-of-center volunteers. Prior to joining CCL, Drew served in the United States Army for 12 years as a Preventive Medicine Specialist and as a Medic completing tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Karina Ramirez (She/Her/Ella) joined CCL as a volunteer in 2017 and has served as CCL’s Diversity & Inclusion Director since 2018. In this role, she supports volunteers and staff working toward inclusion and belonging efforts. Karina is originally from Ecuador and lives in West Palm Beach, Florida. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Welcome and March Highlights (5:13) Karina and Drew's Presentation (17:42) Q&A Discussion (23:34)  CCL's March Actions March Action Sheet: https://cclusa.org/actionsheet  Register for the Summer Conference (June 8-11): https://cclusa.org/summer    Pre-Call Video: https://vimeo.com/921303029  Join CCL's Diversity & Inclusion Action Team: https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/2946   Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/march-2024-slides 

Researchers from MIT recently published a paper detailing all of the great benefits that would come from passing the BIG WIRES Act, and researchers from Vanderbilt published a study about the big role household electrification and efficiency will play in realizing the Inflation Reduction Act's climate pollution reductions potential. We also received an update about the status of the IRA's important home electrification and efficiency rebate programs that have been in development for the past year and a half. Join CCL Research Coordinator Dana Nuccitelli for a training that will summarize all of this new information that's critical to CCL's clean energy permitting reform and building electrification & efficiency policy areas. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:25) Why Clean Energy Permitting Reform Is Essential (9:00) Problems To Solve w/ the BIG WIRES Act (18:28) MIT’s Evaluating the Impact of the BIG WIRES Act Study (35:00) Incentivizing Household Action Study- Up to 40% of Emissions Reduction from the IRA Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/BIG-WIRES-updates-slides  CCL Community Page: https://community.citizensclimate.org/events/item/24/15092  MIT’s Evaluating the Impact of the BIG WIRES Act Study: https://ceepr.mit.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MIT-CEEPR-RC-2024-01.pdf   Incentivizing Household Action Study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0301421524000120?via%3Dihub#abs0015 

Learn how to get your conservative-friendly Op-Eds and LTEs in your local publications and how to craft impactful messages for conservative areas in this panel moderated by CCL’s State and Local Media Coordinator, Charlotte Ward! Hear from our expert panelists: Mary Anna Mancuso, Contributor at The Hill & RepublicEN EcoRight Leadership Council Member Karly Matthews, VP of Communication at American Conservation Coalition Nathan Crabbe, Editor at The Invading Sea Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (5:34) Panel's recommendations (31:25) Q&A Discussion (51:38) CCL Support Resources Helpful resources:  CCL Community: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources#media-relations  RepublicEn: https://republicen.org/  The Invading Sea: https://www.theinvadingsea.com/  American Conservation Coalition: https://acc.eco/ 

In this episode of Citizens Climate Radio, listeners hear stories, insights, and innovative approaches to tackling climate change. From the unique perspective of a climate change comedian who marries humor with serious environmental advocacy to the empowering tales of youth activism at the global COP28 summit, this episode showcases diverse methods of engagement and action. Highlighting the importance of resilience, space for mental and emotional health, and the groundbreaking work of package-free shopping, it will inspire you while providing you with practical guidance.  A Climate Change Comedian? Brian Ettling shares his compelling journey from a park ranger to an influential climate change comedian, a story that encapsulates the essence of turning gloom into bloom. With seventeen years of experience as a seasonal ranger in the majestic landscapes of Crater Lake National Park and Everglades National Park, Brian shares how a simple yet profound question about global warming from a park visitor sparked a drastic shift in his career path and life purpose.  “Excuse me, all-knowing ranger,” a visitor said. “I have a question.” I smiled, humbly curious and certain I had the answer. “What’s happening with global warming in the Everglades?” Wait. What?! I knew nothing about global warming, and visitors hate when park rangers tell you, 'I don’t know. Brian spent time researching the question and was shocked by what he discovered.  The information I learned scared me. What the (bleep)! Because of climate change, sea level was expected to rise at least three feet in Everglades National Park by the end of the 21st century. The sea would swallow up most of the park and nearby Miami since the highest point of the park road is less than three feet above sea level. UGH, I hate you, climate change! This pivotal moment led him to deeply research climate change, eventually inspiring him to merge his passion for environmental advocacy with his unique sense of humor. An amateur video on YouTube led to two national television appearances on Comedy Central’s Tosh.0. Daniel Tosh introduced America to the goofball who became the Climate Change Comedian.  Brian's narrative is a vivid testament to the power of individual transformation and the role of creativity in addressing serious global issues. He illustrates this by recounting defining moments in his journey, and he invites us to experience the journey complete with silly sound effects and a musical score.  Brian Ettling is a dynamic climate change communicator from Portland, Oregon, with a deep history of engagement with Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL). Over the years, he has worn multiple hats within CCL, including legislative liaison, co-chapter leader, and Missouri State co-coordinator. His dedication is evident in his attendance at nine CCL international conferences in Washington, D.C., where he served as a breakout speaker. Additionally, Brian has contributed his insights at the Canadian National CCL conference, showcasing his unwavering commitment to climate advocacy. For a complete transcript and more, visit https://citizensclimatelobby.org/blog/podcast/episode-92-theres-something-funny-about-climate-change/ Resilience Corner Tamara Staton explores the nuanced relationship between space—both physical and emotional—and climate advocacy. Tamara emphasizes the importance of creating space for rest and reflection to enhance effectiveness in climate activism. She illustrates this with personal anecdotes, suggesting, "When I create space, I enable presence and perspective... Creating space widens our window of tolerance, allowing us to respond with grace, ease, and courage to the challenges we face." She underscores the critical balance between passionate activism and the need for self-care to sustain long-term engagement in climate work. Tamara Staton is the Education and Resilience Coordinator for Citizens Climate Education. Get more tips and resources by visiting The Resilience Hub on CCL Community. NEW! The CCL Youth Corner The Citizens Climate Lobby Youth Corner introduces a vibrant platform where middle and high school students across the USA amplify their voices on climate action. Host Veda Ganesan highlights their proactive efforts to make their voices heard at COP28. She shares the important role CCL Youth volunteer Vinay Karthik played at the international conference in Dubai. In the next Youth Corner, you will learn about The Great School Electrification Challenge. Dig Deeper: Check out the CCL Youth Blog. Veda Ganesan is the producer and host of CCR’s new Citizens Climate Lobby Youth Corner; it is a project of CCL Youth. Veda also hosts Sustainable Cents podcast.  Good News  Damon Motz-Storey (they, them) shines a spotlight on the Realm Refillery in Portland, Oregon, a pioneering package-free grocery store. It exemplifies sustainable shopping by offering a wide variety of bulk goods, from flour to laundry detergent, all without disposable packaging, presenting a compelling model for reducing single-use plastics and living one's environmental values. Damon Motz-Storey is an active climate advocate and the Oregon Chapter Director of the Sierra Club, dedicated to promoting sustainable practices and environmental conservation. In other Good News, Peterson Toscano highlights two innovative climate change exhibitions in New York City museums. At the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Life Cycles: The Materials of Contemporary Design showcases the intersection of design and sustainability, featuring Solar Ivy, a system of small solar panels resembling leaves that generate energy from sunlight and wind. Additionally, the Climate Museum in SOHO focuses entirely on climate change, currently featuring “The End of Fossil Fuel," and encourages visitors to engage in actionable steps toward environmental advocacy. If you have a Good News Story to share, contact us: Radio @ CitizensClimate.org Take a Meaningful Next Step Each month, we will suggest meaningful, achievable, and measurable next steps for you to consider. We recognize that action is an antidote to despair. If you need help with what you can do, please take a look at one of the following next steps.  If you are in middle or high school, visit CCLUSA.org/Youth to learn about their Great School Electrification Challenge! If you are a college student, you can get involved with CCL Higher Education and the College Carbon Fee and Dividend Movement. You can learn how you can jumpstart a campaign on your campus. Sign up for monthly text reminders to contact your members of Congress and get the step-by-step guidance you need to reach lawmakers effectively. Visit CCLUSA.org/Action Stay Tuned In the March 2024 episode, you will meet Erica Valdez, the newest team member of Citizens Climate Radio. Erica, Horace, and Peterson will engage in a discussion on the various roles individuals can adopt in addressing climate change. Eileen Flannagan, a Quaker author, activist, and trainer, will elaborate on the four roles change-makers often play: Advocate, Rebel, Helper, and Organizer. They ask, “What is your role on this new planet???” The episode is set to premiere on Friday, March 22nd, 2024. Listener Survey We want to hear your feedback about this episode. After you listen, feel free to fill in this short survey. Your feedback will help us make new decisions about the content, guests, and style of the show. You can fill it out anonymously and answer whichever questions you like. You can also reach us by email: radio @citizensclimatelobby.org  

In July 2007, CCL founder Marshall Saunders asked Sam Daley-Harris to coach him on starting the first CCL chapters. Sam continued to coach CCL leaders over the next 7 years. Sam founded the anti-poverty lobby RESULTS in 1980, co-founded the Microcredit Summit campaign in 1995, and founded Civic Courage in 2012. The completely revised and updated edition of Sam’s book, Reclaiming Our Democracy: Every Citizen’s Guide to Transformational Advocacy, was released on January 9, 2024. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (6:32) Sam Daley-Harris (23:06) Q&A Discussion (26:47) Election Engagement (38:22) February Actions February Action Sheet: https://cclusa.org/actionsheet  Pre-Call Video: https://vimeo.com/910966189  Sam's Book: https://reclaimingourdemocracy.com/  Environmental Voter Project: https://www.environmentalvoter.org/ 

Join Citizens' Climate International Executive Director Joseph Robertson for training that will provide a summary of the main impacts, takeaways and results of this past December's gathering of the UN Conference of the Parties in Dubai.  Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:38) CCI Contributes To Global Policy (10:34) Pre-COP 28 Diplomatic Insights (19:08) The UAE Consensus (29:03) COP28 Voluntary Commitments (37:04) On the Way to Baku (COP29) Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/cop28outcomes   CCI Article:  https://citizensclimate.earth/cop28 

Join CCL's Communications Team Flannery Winchester and Charlotte Ward for a training that will provide a broad overview of the opportunities chapters have as we begin 2024 to engage with their local news media on climate solutions.  Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:27) Why Is Media Work Important? (9:46) Looking Ahead For 2024 (24:03) Media Resources Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/2024-media-opportunities  Media Resources:  https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources#media-relations 

Join CCL's Vice President of Government Affairs Ben Pendergrass for a training that will orient CCL volunteers towards what we expect the Farm Bill process to look like for the year, what CCL's priorities will be within the package and how CCL advocates can work with their members of Congress to help ensure that the climate provisions are maintained. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:18) Farm Bill Overview  (12:09) Inflation Reduction Act: Conservation and Climate Money  (17:00)  CCL's Focus and Goals  (28:45) Conclusion and Next Steps Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/farm-bill-overview  

Are you ready for a dose of optimism in the climate change dialogue? The latest bonus episode of Citizens Climate Radio is here to deliver just that. Host Peterson Toscano steps away from the script to bring you a candid and uplifting update on climate action that's happening right where it matters: in Congress. The episode includes the announcement of a significant legislative win—the passage of the PROVE IT Act through the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. This bipartisan effort signifies a crucial step toward using trade policy to curb global emissions. It's a testament to the power of collective advocacy, highlighting the tireless efforts of volunteers who pushed the agenda forward. But the good news doesn't stop there. Peterson offers a tantalizing preview of the 2024 season, promising a lineup of extraordinary guests and innovative segments. We're talking about climate change comedy that strikes a balance between laughter and learning, the return of the Resilience Corner, and the debut of the CCL Youth Corner.  The blog post delves into the upcoming special series, including "Voces del Cambio," a Spanish language podcast focusing on climate issues in Latin America, and a true crime podcast that investigates the sinister turn in the US political climate regarding environmental issues. These series not only aim to entertain but also to educate and inspire action. Citizens Climate Radio continues to emphasize its role as a platform for its audience, seeking input and engagement from listeners to shape the show's future. The episode serves as a call to action, inviting everyone to contribute their voices to the climate advocacy movement. We invite you to engage with a community that's making real change. It's a reminder that amidst the daunting news that often overshadows environmental discourse, there are victories to be celebrated and progress to be acknowledged. Visit www.cclusa.org/action to find out how you can take part in monthly actions along with thousands of others.  Don't miss out on this inspiring episode. Tune in to Citizens Climate Radio, get involved, and let's continue to move the needle together in the fight against climate change.

As we head into 2024, what questions do you have about the clean energy transition? Join superstar researcher Dr. Jesse Jenkins, lead author of the Net Zero America study and Princeton Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, for an Ask Me Anything to present his ground-breaking climate research with Princeton's ZERO lab and field your questions! Dr. Jenkins’s work: https://mae.princeton.edu/people/faculty/jenkins   Zero Report: https://netzeroamerica.princeton.edu/the-report  Nerd Corner: http://cclusa.org/nerd-corner 

In 2024, CCL wants more climate voters to vote, and we want climate to be a key issue for every candidate in every election. Join CCL's Vice President of Organizational Strategy Tony Sirna and CCL group leader Debbie Change for a training that will discuss options for CCLers to engage during the 2024 elections locally and nationally including the many events and outreach opportunities with CCL's Election Engagement Action Team: https://cclusa.org/election-engagement  Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:54) Why is CCL Engaging?    (7:17) Why are primaries important?   (10:24) Public Voter Outreach   (25:05) Getting CCLers to Vote   (30:27) Candidate Engagement Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/election-engagement-slides

Keynote speaker Van Jones, author and CNN commentator shares his thoughts on bipartisanship, grassroots advocacy, and building coalitions.   Mark Reynolds Executive Director, CCL/CCE   Van Jones CNN Commentator, Author and Social Entrepreneur

To start off 2024, Join Communications Senior Director Flannery Winchester to find out about CCL's Legislative Roadmap and Chapter Planning Action! Flannery trains and supports volunteers to publish written pieces in local media, appear on TV and radio. She also pitches national media, manages and edits the CCL blog, and keeps our volunteers informed and inspired through social media and regular newsletters. Flannery came to CCL after content and marketing roles at an email marketing agency, an international software company, and a local women’s magazine in Atlanta. Flannery will be providing an update on CCL's 2024 strategic policy-based initiatives and plans followed by chapter action planning, presented by CCL Vice President of Programs Brett Cease. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Welcome & Celebrating 2023! (8:15) CCL's 2024 Policy Roadmap (22:01) Q&A Discussion (27:12) CCL's Action Planning Template and January Actions (40:33) Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closing Reflection January Action Sheet: https://cclusa.org/actionsheet  Pre-Call Video: https://vimeo.com/902285679    CCL 2024 Policy Roadmap: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/556  Chapter Action Plan: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/384  Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/Jan-2024-Slides 

Looking for what actions your chapter can take to help CCL advance climate policy this year? Join Todd Elvins, CCL's National Actions Director for a training that provides a process for developing an effective chapter action plan for your year ahead. Start by asking everyone to reflect on what their own center of climate advocacy. Then use the plan to take all of your volunteer's interests and apply them to CCL's core areas of focus for the year ahead with our template to create your Chapter Action Plan. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:25) Step One: Developing Your Plan (5:48) Step Two: What Is The Center Of Your Climate Advocacy? (10:34) Step Three: Using The Template (14:57) Chapter Growth and Policy Agenda  (19:01) Step Four: Sharing Your Plan With Your Chapter Presentation Slides: http://cclusa.org/chapter-action-slides  CCL Community Training Page: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/384 

Senate Republicans in November introduced the Foreign Pollution Fee Act to impose a carbon tariff on certain imported goods. Congressional Democrats followed this with a December introduction of the Clean Competition Act to establish a similar carbon border adjustment mechanism. Join CCL Research Coordinator Dana Nuccitelli for a training that will compare these bills and the FAIR Transition and Competition Act border carbon adjustment bill that Congressional Democrats previously introduced, and discuss the prospects for bipartisan agreement on pricing carbon pollution in products crossing US borders. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & agenda (3:13) Why carbon tariffs and border adjustments are important (8:17) Are U.S. Industries relatively low-carbon? (12:53) CBAMs are on the way (14:06) How are three proposed carbon tariff or CBAM bills similar and different? (33:56) What’s next for these bills in Congress? Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/carbon-tariff-slides  Further Research on CBAMs Report: https://cclusa.org/cbam-report Foreign Pollution Fee Act: www.cassidy.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cassidy-leads-introduction-of-foreign-pollution-fee-to-hold-china-accountable/ Clean Competition Act: www.delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3711   FAIR Transition and Competition Act: www.coons.senate.gov/news/press-releases/sen-coons-rep-peters-introduce-legislation-to-support-us-workers-and-international-climate-cooperation   

In this episode we celebrate some of the good news the CCR Team have found for you Lily Russian, Karina Taylee, Horace Mo, and Peterson will each share with you good news stories about what is happening in the climate change sphere. You will also hear good news about what you can expect from our show in 2024. Did someone say True Crime Climate mini series?? For full show notes and transcript, visit cclusa.org/radio Lily is a junior at Trinity College in Hartford Connecticut, studying Political Science and Environmental Science. Karina is from Miami Florida and started volunteering for CCL in 2021. before becoming an intern this fall. She has just finished her graduate studies. And Horace is a recent graduate from the University of Michigan, has returned to his home in Chongqing, China. From Coal Power to Green Energy Coal mines are bad for the environment. At least that is what we have always heard. Well, Lily tells us about a revolutionary project in Gateshead, England which shows the remarkable potential of using abandoned mines to reduce carbon emissions. Lily says “the ground-breaking project uses the warm water from  the tunnels to heat hundreds of homes and businesses in the former coalfield community.”  In this episode, you will learn more about this first-of-its-kind initiative that demonstrates the potential of harnessing the Earth's natural heat stored in flooded mines to create clean, renewable energy. If you want to dig deeper, check out this article.  High Seas High Hopes: Treaty Aims to Protect Two-Thirds of Our Unprotected Ocean If you’re passionate about protecting our oceans, Karina has some good news for you! Deep beneath the waves, a silent struggle unfolds. The high seas, which cover two-thirds of the world’s oceans, remain unprotected, vulnerable to human activity.  A beacon of hope shines in the form of the High Seas Treaty, currently navigating its way through international ratification. This historic agreement aims to establish marine protected areas, safeguarding vast regions from damaging activities like oil drilling. “These regions will be kind of like gigantic National Parks, but in the ocean.” - Karina Taylee If you want to learn more about the High Seas Treaty, listen to the episode and read this article.   “Ocean Breakthroughs” Initiative: World Leaders Unite for the Oceans Imagine 400 global leaders and changemakers – conservation experts, business representatives, local communities, and indigenous groups – uniting to address the critical issue of ocean health.  Horace tells us about The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Leaders Forum, a platform for innovative solutions and collaborative action. The IUCN facilitated the launch of "Ocean Breakthroughs," a global initiative aiming to revitalize five key marine sectors: conservation, renewable energy, shipping, food production, and coastal tourism. This ambitious plan seeks to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by up to 35% by 2050, demonstrating a profound commitment to ocean sustainability and climate action. If you have a Good News Story you want to share, email us: radio @ citizensclimatelobby.org Also, feel free to connect with other listeners, suggest program ideas, and respond to programs in the Citizens’ Climate Radio Facebook group, on X (FKA Twitter) @CitizensCRadio, Instagram @CitizensClimateRadio, LinkedIn, or TikTok @ClimateChangePodcast. You can reach us by email: radio @ citizensclimateradio.org. Call our listener voicemail line: (619) 512-9646. +1 if calling from outside the USA  

Join CCL Research Coordinator Dana Nuccitelli for a training that will discuss the latest landmark National Climate Assessment report. This is essentially an America-specific version of the IPCC report, outlining climate trends, impacts, and solutions in each region of the country. Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/NCA5-slides  5th National Climate Assessment: https://nca2023.globalchange.gov/    CCL's Nerd Corner: https://cclusa.org/nerd-corner 

Amanda Ripley is a New York Times bestselling author, a Washington Post contributing columnist, an investigative journalist and the co-founder of Good Conflict, LLC. Her books include High Conflict, The Smartest Kids in the World and The Unthinkable. To discuss her writing, Amanda has appeared on ABC, NBC, CBS, CNN, FOX News and NPR. She has spoken at the Pentagon, the Senate, the House of Representatives, the State Department and the Department of Homeland Security. Amanda was a keynote speaker at CCL's June 2022 conference. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdWewHSuvaw) Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Mark's Intro & Updates (4:25) Chapter Highlights From The Field (7:59) Discussion w/ Amanda Ripley (20:40) Q&A From Volunteers (30:15) CCL's 2023 Highlights (39:01) Ending w/ CCL TV  December Action Sheet: https://cclusa.org/actionsheet  Pre-Call Video: https://vimeo.com/892766733  Amanda Ripley’s website: https://www.amandaripley.com/   Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/2023-ccl-highlights  Help Support CCL: https://cclusa.org/donate 

Join CCL Communications staff for a training that will provide a review of important end of the year media opportunities including CCL's Letters To The Editor Topics and Op-Ed Templates resources. The training starts by having media managers share their proudest media successes of the year, and then we cover our latest resources and opportunities to help you end the year strong. We also hear from Susan Atkinson, a Colorado CCLer with an incredible success rate for pitching and publishing op-eds. Susan shares how she generates ideas and valuable tips for making it into print and building relationships with local opinion editors. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:45) Sharing Successes (9:13) Our Year's Media Accomplishments in Review (14:50)  Media Resources Updates (21:43) Susan Atkinson Interview Helpful resources: LTE Topics: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/456  Op-Ed Templates: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/431  Writers Circle: https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/992  Presentation Slides:  https://cclusa.org/year-end-media-opportunities 

Join Nick Burger, Deputy Director of Energy Administration in D.C.'s Department of Energy & Environment, for an overview of how state-level entities are applying for grants related to the Inflation Reduction Act and the important dates in the application process. Nick will also highlight helpful resources to use to estimate benefits in terms of climate reductions and other co-benefits as well as how CCL volunteers that want to be a support to their local city/state planning offices can be most effective in helping provide public support and momentum. Tracker- Home Energy Rebates Program: Status of State Applications: https://www.energy.gov/scep/home-energy-rebates-program-status-state-applications  How States Are Applying: https://www.naseo.org/members-states  Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/local-implementation-ira-slides 

In this episode host Peterson Toscano guides us through an exploration of the role forests play in addressing the causes and impacts of climate change, both in urban and rural settings. Six guests provide personal narratives, expert insights, and actionable strategies that will inform and inspire climate advocates. This episode also delves into Pennsylvania's rich forest history, from its old-growth forests to modern-day conservation efforts, highlighting the legacy of sustainable stewardship by its original inhabitants. Toscano notes, "PA has a legacy of being one of the more heavily-wooded states in the USA... But If you walk through the over 15 million acres of forests in Pennsylvania, only 1% of that is original old growth forest." This fact highlights the dramatic changes our landscapes have undergone and the need for renewed focus on forest conservation. Creating a Campus Food Forest If you want to make a difference on your own campus or in your community, students at Allegheny college have an answer for you. A Food Forest. Ashlynn Peachey, Nicholas Waddington, and Katie Mowry,, students at Allegheny College talk about their pioneering Food Forest project.   Ashlynn Peachey: "It really started when one student years ago came to Allegheny College with a passion for permaculture... We like to look around the college landscape and see, not what it is, but what it can be." That student, Sebastian McRae, helped to found a campus Sustainable Design Team.  Nicholas Waddington, describes their project: "A food forest is a diverse planting... it provides a lot of climate and ecosystem services." He emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between different plant species and their collective role in enhancing ecosystem health. It was at the Northeast Student Farmer Conference held at Penn State University that CCR host, Peterson Toscano attended the students’ breakout group about their successes in building campus support for the Food Forest. During the presentation they explain the steps they took to engage stakeholders, to design the Food Forest and to follow through once the project was approved.  Their story is a testament to the power of collaborative efforts and the importance of gaining community support. Nicholas Waddington: "From our combined years of engagement with this project, we've really taken away that climate and campus resilience is hugely community-driven... We're stronger and more productive when we work together." In this episode you will learn about sustainable agriculture and permaculture, (a word Bill Mollison coined,) and how you can replicate their success on your own campus or community. Raising the Awareness of a Healthy Forest Sustainability Legacy and our Responsibility Today Former forester and coal miner, Van Wagner, now teaches Agriculture Science at the Area High School in Danville, Pennsylvania. He is also a singer/songwriter and storyteller. Van Wagner offers a historical perspective, emphasizing the longevity of sustainable practices.  "I laugh when I read in my textbook, and in the textbook it says that the environmental movement began in 1970 with the first Earth Day... That's not when it started. My German ancestors here in the Susquehanna River Valley, they knew about sustainability, you didn't ruin the family farm, you didn't cut all the trees down." -Van Wagner In order to increase efforts to maintain and protect forests in the US Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Van has committed himself to visiting the highest point in the 67 counties and climbing the tallest tree he can find. Van explains, I'm trying to get the press's attention. And when they stick a microphone in my face, I talk about trees and forestry.” You can follow his progress on the site Van Wagner Highest Climbs. Also, see him climbing in videos on his YouTube channel.  Expanding the Legacy of Tree Growing in Small Country Towns and Big Cities Forests and Climate Change: Urban Renewal and Rural Stewardship Taylor Lightman grew up in the Borough of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, (population 5232) “a delightfully cozy little town nestled on the banks, the Susquehanna River, one of the oldest river valleys in the world, older than the Nile.” He then went to college in Northfield, Minnesota and then to grad school in Lund, Sweden where he completed a Master's in disaster risk management and climate change adaptation.  Today Taylor is the program Manager for Lewisburg Neighborhoods. He says, “I'm trying to figure out a way to do climate smart neighborhood revitalization. I think there's no better place to do that than in one's hometown” In this episode Taylor talks about the importance of growing trees in towns and cities.  "Trees are doing a lot of things for us. Streets with trees on them, the shops do better...people are driving on streets and roads with trees, they behave less aggressively too."  His insights reveal the extensive benefits of urban trees beyond just environmental impact.  Nerd Corner Dana Nuccitelli considers the question: what are the different ways we would benefit from planting more trees in cities and towns? This question is critical to CCLs healthy forest policy area. In regards to addressing the causes of climate change, Dana says, "Planting more urban trees in the U.S. has the potential to capture up to 100 million tons of carbon dioxide pollution per year."  But wait there's more! Urban tree planting offers multifaceted benefits, enhancing climate resilience, physical and mental health, and fostering active lifestyles and community well-being. And there is important work for us to do. Dana says,   "But while people in communities with more trees live longer, happier, healthier lives on average, America has a tree inequity problem. Communities of color have 33% less tree canopy on average than majority white communities."  To learn more Dana encourages you to visit Check TreeEquityScore.org to see where tree planting would be the most effective in your community to remedy this tree inequity problem.  Check out Dana’s recent post about The little-known physical and mental health benefits of urban trees. Keep up to speed with climate science, policy, and economics research by visiting The Nerd Corner website.    Take a Meaningful Next Step Are you someone who wants to see legislation passed to protect, maintain, and promote healthy forests? That is exactly what we are doing through Citizens Climate Lobby. One of the four climate solutions we pursue is healthy forests. We need your voice to be part of the movement that is promoting healthy forests. Here are 10 steps you can take to make to address the causes and impacts of climate change. Ten meaningful steps you can take to promote healthy forests Learn about Citizens Climate Lobby’s Healthy Forests Climate Solutions and take the Healthy Forests Beginners or Advanced online training sessions. You can also read and share the article, Why are forests important for mitigating climate change? If you are a college student, visit Citizens Climate Lobby’s Higher Education Team’s Actions Page. Learn about the College #CarbonFeeAndDividendMovement. Participate in Community Tree Planting Events: Engage in local tree planting initiatives or donate to tree planting efforts. If you live in Pennsylvania, check out 10 Million Trees.  Volunteer for Urban Forestry Projects: Support urban forestry projects in your community. Check out American Forests for volunteer opportunities. Advocate for Tree Equity: Work towards ensuring that all communities, especially underprivileged ones, have equal access to tree canopy benefits. Educate Yourself and Others: Learn more about the benefits of urban trees and share this knowledge. The Arbor Day Foundation provides educational resources. Support Local Sustainability Initiatives at Schools and Universities: Encourage and participate in sustainability projects. Contact local educational institutions to find out how you can help. Engage in Community Science Projects: Participate in local environmental monitoring and research. Platforms like iNaturalist offer opportunities for citizen science. Promote and Support Local Green Spaces: Advocate for the maintenance and development of green spaces in urban areas. Collaborate with local parks departments or environmental groups. Implement Permaculture Practices in Your Community: Start or join a permaculture project to promote sustainable land use. Resources and guides are available at Permaculture Research Institute. Listener Survey We want to hear your feedback about this episode. After you listen, feel free to fill in this short survey. Your feedback will help us as we make new decisions about the content, guests, and style of the show. You can fill it out anonymously and answer whichever questions you like.  You can hear Citizens’ Climate Radio on: iTunes Spotify SoundCloud Podbean Stitcher Radio Northern Spirit Radio PlayerFM TuneIn Radio Also, feel free to connect with other listeners, suggest program ideas, and respond to programs in the Citizens’ Climate Radio Facebook group or on Twitter at @CitizensCRadio.  

In 1992, the world agreed to “prevent dangerous anthropogenic interference with the climate system”. In 2023, we are seeing dangerous climate impacts play out everywhere, constantly. Risk, harm, and cost, are all piling up. Lives and livelihoods are at risk, around the world. We may be, however, on the brink of a major breakthrough in the acceleration of global climate action. For the first time, Article 6.8 of the Paris Agreement will be materially on the table at the annual United Nations Climate Change negotiations; that means we can finally talk about nation-by-nation carbon pricing, cooperative climate clubs of aligned pricing and incentives, and the ultimate goal of establishing a future of climate-smart trade, finance, and everyday economics. Join Citizens’ Climate International in this seminar to learn more. Join us: https://citizensclimate.earth/ 

Transform the way you communicate with members of Congress and folks in your community with motivational interviewing. This workshop led by CCL’s Great Lakes Regional Coordinator John Sabin will review the basics of the technique, including incorporating open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries. Attendees will then take a deeper dive into the process of "evoking change talk," to effectively communicate about climate solutions. This informative session will also include a reflection on how CCL's "one rule" — to treat all people with respect, appreciation, and gratitude — can serve as a guiding light in all of our climate conversations. Time will be included for practice and live coaching. CCL Community Training: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/123 

Join Dana Nuccitelli, CCL Research Coordinator, and Kristin Eberhard, Director of State and Local Policy at Rewiring America, to explore the many incentives of the Inflation Reduction Act and how to take advantage of these benefits. Individuals, homeowners, municipalities and schools can all reap the rewards from a variety of programs and grants available to encourage clean energy product purchases, building upgrades, and building weatherization. Get essential tips on how to talk about these incentives in your community outreach and bring your questions. CCL Community Training Page: https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/inflation-reduction-act  More info: https://citizensclimatelobby.org/inflation-reduction-act/ 

Whether it’s the grueling nature of our long-term work or the overwhelm from concerning headlines about climate, it can be hard to have the energy and motivation to keep pushing for solutions. Thankfully, we have CCL’s Education and Resilience Coordinator, Tamara Staton, on hand to offer practical ideas and tools for how to combine joy with responsibility in a way that helps us worry a bit less, and act a bit more on climate. CCL Community Resilience Hub: https://cclusa.org/resilience 

Who says lobby meetings should be formal? Learn about the fun and inventive ways Western NC, Utah, and Maine CCL chapters have engaged their members of Congress outside of conventional lobby meetings. From farm visits, to ping pong tournaments, and En-ROADS workshops, CCLers are ensuring their elected officials walk away from meetings they won’t forget.

The winter months are perfect for hosting climate film screenings, motivating members of your community to learn more about climate action. Join volunteers Dan Duffy, Bend, OR CCL Group Leader, and Nicola Philpott, West Suburbs, MN CCL Chapter, to hear tips on organizing in-person and virtual film screenings, attracting an audience, and incorporating a film discussion. CCL Community Film Screening Guides: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/307 

Designed for new volunteers to understand CCL's structure, mission, purpose and methodology, and inspire you to find your role so you can hit the ground running. Required training if you plan to participate in lobbying. In this interactive workshop you will: learn the basics of becoming an effective climate advocate and building common ground, review CCL's legislative strategy and policy agenda, and participate in a mock lobby meeting practice. (0:00) Agenda & Intro To Who We Are (5:38) What We Care About: Save vs. Savor (28:17) Experiencing Breakthoughs In Exercising Our Power  (41:28) Five Levers Of Political Will (51:47) CCL's Primary Ask For Fall Lobby Days (1:03:10) Motivational Interviewing Practice & Preparing For Your Lobby Meeting (1:16:18) Regroup & Closing Thoughts Slides: https://cclusa.org/advocate-slides 

  Building relationships is core to CCL’s values, and that includes working with other community groups and leaders. This showcase features Chicago, IL, Dallas-Fort Worth, TX and Delaware chapter members who will share their experiences and guidance for working with food pantries, schools, and more.

  Be part of CCL’s biggest Informational Session! Great for folks who are just getting started or want to learn more, join this session to hear about CCL’s methods and mission, and how you can make a difference in creating the political will for legislation that will put us on the path to reduce the emissions that are changing our climate.    Elli Sparks Senior Director of Programs, CCL/CCE Drew Eyerly Conservative Outreach Director, CCL/CCE

  Climate policy has come a long way over the last year! Join Dana Nuccitelli, CCL Research Coordinator, as he shares the latest updates on federal climate legislation and how it is paving the way to lower carbon emissions, record clean energy investment, good jobs, and improved infrastructure. Learn how spreading this good climate news is key to our advocacy and outreach. Dana Nuccitelli Research Coordinator, CCL/CCE

Sit down with Ben and Jenn from CCL’s Government Affairs team to get the scoop on our upcoming virtual lobby week. Our dynamic D.C. duo will cover lobby meeting asks, current political happenings, and legislative strategy as we head into 2024. You can raise a question during the session or submit something you’d like to know ahead of time by emailing [email protected]. Moderated by Mindy Ahler. Ben Pendergrass VP of Government Affairs, CCL/CCE Jennifer Tyler Sr. Director of Government Affairs, CCL/CCE Mindy Ahler North Wind Regional Coordinator, CCL/CCE

All across the country, CCL Group Leaders are doing the work to build political will for climate solutions. Join Elli Sparks, CCL Senior Director of Programs, as she moderates a panel of CCL chapter leaders. Learn what it’s like to run groups, big or small, gain tips on how to build and motivate a team, and hear how chapter leaders have overcome challenges and achieved their successes. Audience questions are welcomed and you’ll leave with fresh ideas for your own local chapter. Joseph Cerniglia CCL Campus Co-Leader, University of Michigan Markita McGill Dallas-Fort Worth, TX CCL Chapter Co-Leader

Join Flannery Winchester, CCL Senior Director of Communications, Nick Huey, CCL Creative Consultant, and Emily O’Keefe, Undergraduate Student at William & Mary and Founder of the Carbon Fee and Dividend Movement, to learn what’s working for CCL’s national social accounts, how some volunteers are breaking through, and how you can put these tips into action.

We are thrilled to welcome Danny Richter, CCL’s former VP of Government Affairs, for our closing keynote. Danny, the founder of Richter Capitol Hill Strategies, will reflect on his experience at the Pricing Carbon Initiative, a broad network fostering dialogue and encouraging viable solutions that price carbon pollution. He will share his insight on where carbon pricing stands today and offer tips on building networks. Dr. Danny Richter Founder, Richter Capitol Hill Strategies

Join CCL staff for a training designed for those who wish to learn more about leading a lobby meeting with a member of Congress or staff. In this training, we review the role of a lobby team leader, how they assign team roles, coordinate practice times and how to handle other special situations. This training is Part IV in the “Working With Congress” training series, designed to help our more experienced volunteers and citizen lobbyists get ready for lobbying in-district or in D.C.  Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:06) The Importance of Leads (10:54) Advance Planning (20:14) Additional Leadership Considerations (30:45) Final Recommendations Presentation Slides: http://cclusa.org/lobbylead  Training on CCL Community: https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/working-with-congress/lobbying-401  Lobby Meeting Plan Template: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/241 

Join CCL's Vice President for Government Affairs Ben Pendergrass and Senior Director of Government Affairs Jennifer Tyler for a training that will review more details and the context for CCL's Fall 2023 Primary and Secondary Asks, as well as guidance for lobby teams as they plan their online meetings.  This is a recommended training for any CCL volunteer planning on being a part of their group's Fall 2023 Lobby Meeting (as well as CCL's Fall 2023 Lobby Training #1 on Primary and Secondary Asks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVj9mcmJHi4) Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:11) Reminders & Review (7:20) What's Happening In Congress? (10:00) Primary & Secondary Asks (15:55) Q&A Discussion Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/lobby-slides-2  Primary Ask: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/237  Secondary Ask: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/240  Overview and Benefits of the BIG WIRES Act Training:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egIHZrz077Q 

As a climate advocate, you want to stay well informed, up to date, and equipped in the work you do.  On today’s show the Citizens Climate Radio Team willI help you do just that. In today’s show they feature the newest and best books and podcasts related to climate advocacy. They also speak to the creators behind these excellent new resources.  Find a full transcript here: https://citizensclimatelobby.org/blog/podcast/episode-89-the-best-new-climate-change-books-and-podcasts/ New Nonfiction about Climate Change The Twenty-One, The True Story of the Youth Who Sued the U.S. Government over Climate Change by Elizabeth Rusch “I feel like we adults need kids to tell us the obvious, and the obvious is that all citizens do have a constitutional right to a stable climate. There is no life, no liberty and no property without a stable climate and their government, our government should not be allowed to continue to contribute to this problem.” Elizabeth Rusch, author of The 21. This book dives into the ongoing landmark federal climate change lawsuit Juliana versus the United States of America. She introduces us to the 21 young people who came from different states to sue the US government. They have accused the federal government of denying them their constitutional right to life and liberty by not acting to address the causes of climate change. Elizabeth sat down with us to tell stories from the book. You'll hear about young people courageously stepping up in a big way and the importance of this historic case. “Not only should more people pay attention to the case, we believe anyone reading Elizabeth's book will be inspired to do great things.” -Horace Mo Follow Elizabeth Rusch on X. She is also on Instagram.  2. California Against the Sea: Visions for our Vanishing Coastline by Rosanna Xia “When I first submitted my manuscript to my book editor and she read just the entirety of what I was trying to write, she said, wow, this feels like such an incredible blend of old school journalism, radical listening, and deep hanging out.” -Rosanna Xia, author of California Against the Sea The author tells us about the big themes that emerge in the book. She also shares expert tips for the work we do as climb advocates connecting with the public and public officials. Oh, and she talks about hope. How much hope should we include in our stories? Can sharing too much hope make people complacent? “This is not a dry book with nonstop facts and figures. Instead, Rosanna brings together a community of vibrant stories and memorable people. Through these human connections Rosanna explores issues like private ownership along the coast, public accessibility to nature and the need to build resilient communities and infrastructure, even if you're not a Californian.” -Karina Taylee Follow Rosanna Xia on X and read more of her writing at the LA Times 3. Am I Too Old to Save the Planet? A Boomer’s Guide to Climate Action by Lawrence MacDonald “We've reached a point where an individual action is going to be too little too late. And so we really need collective action to have rapid policy change. And that's one of the reasons that I am actually a big admirer of Citizens Climate Lobby. The idea of carbon fee and dividend I think is a very powerful driver for action. I think that can be very powerful. And it's going to need a bipartisan consensus.” -Lawrence MacDonald, author, Am I Too Old to Save the Planet?” This book delves into how the generation with the potential to enact change allowed climate issues to escalate into a global crisis - and offers solutions.Lawrence MacDonald, a former international correspondent and former vice president of the World Resources Institute, shares his personal transformation into a dedicated climate advocate. Brimming with actionable insights, this book may be the gift that opens us a meaningful conversation with a grandparent or older relative.  “Lawrence hopes younger people like me, will use his book to help us connect with older Americans about climate change.” -Horace Mo Follow Lawrence MacDonald on X and read his writing on Medium.  4. The Quickening: Creation and Community at the End of the World by Elizabeth Rush In 2019 57, scientist and crew embarked on the ship the Nathaniel B. Palmer. They were there to explore Thwaites Glacier. This is a mysterious and potentially catastrophic site for global sea level rise. Elizabeth Rush's new book, The Quickening, chronicles their journey. She mixes sublime moments like seeing icebergs up close. With everyday activities like ping pong and lab work. It also delves into the personal question of bringing a child into a changing world. This Antarctica story also focuses on imagining a better future understanding the continent's history, and highlighting the roles of women and people of color and expeditions Hear Elizabeth Rush talking about her first book, Rising: Dispatches from the New American Shore. She appeared in Episode 26 of Citizens Climate Radio, Deep Water.  “In Rising, Rush wove in narratives from coastal residents around the USA, along with her own research and personal reflections about sea level rise. It was beautifully written in a way that humanized global warming for me. In her newest book, Quickening, she is back to weaving stories while helping us nudge nearer to the biggest story of our time, Climate Change.” -Peterson Toscano The Ultimate Climate Fiction (Cli-Fi) List Dr. Krista Hiser has been a regular guest and contributor to Citizens Climate Radio. She helps educators find creative ways to incorporate climate change into the curriculum. She does this work in several ways. Currently she is the Senior Lead and Advisor for advancing Sustainability Education over at the Global Council for Science and the Environment. She is also a professor of Composition & Rhetoric. But perhaps one of her most exciting endeavors is a successful online group she started. It’s called The Ultimate Cli-Fi Book Club. She shares four books that will help deepen your understanding of climate change and empathy for everyone impacted by extreme weather and global warming.  Night in the World by Sharon English A Canticle for Leibowitz by Walter M. Miller Jr. The Man with the Compound Eyes by Wu Ming-Yi, Darryl Sterk (Translator) The Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson The Memory of Water by Emmi Itžranta  Here are some books and authors that have been featured on Citizens Climate Radio Mr. Eternity by Aaron Thier, Episode 10. Gold Fame Citrus by Claire Vaye Watkins, Episode 22. Code Blue and Code Red by Marissa Slaven, Episodes 33 and 65. Find even more books on this lists Compelling Climate Fiction to Read Before it Becomes Non-Fiction, New York Public Library. 20 Climate Fiction Books: From Apocalypse to Budding Hope, Libro Maniac 7 Climate Fiction Recommendations to Start your Cli-Fi Journey, Talk Dharti to Me Environmental Novels: Juvenile and Young Adult Fiction, Illinois University LIbrary Six Podcasts that creatively address climate change Green Tea Party Radio “It's really hard finding content out there for environmental conservatives, in particular, young environmental conservative, 18 to 25, within that age range, you know, high school, college, young professional. I had known Hannah and Zachfrom working at Citizens Climate Lobby and we would bump into each other at conferences, and while we were all there, we were all talking. We all kind of looked at each other, and we said, “Well, what if we made something to kind of fill that gap?” -Katie Zakrzewski, co-host of Green Tea Party Radio. This podcast is produced by three young Conservatives for other young Conservatives. Katie Zakrzewski, Zach Torpie, and Hannah Rogers offer fresh perspectives on climate change as they offer up conservative friendly solutions. No matter where you fall in the political spectrum, this podcast fosters productive discussions around this critical global issue               2. The Change: Women, Technology and the Anthropocene “The future is looking especially uncertain, and I really wanted the podcast for it to be sort of an opportunity for people like yourself, who are young people, or people who are looking to make a change in their life, to understand what they can do, to sort of get involved in the climate space, but be that professionally or on social level.” -Zara Amer, producer of The Change podcast   The Change podcast brings together women who bridge some of the boundaries that exist and persist between women and technology in the Anthropocene.  Learn more about the podcast and the other programs offered through The Climate Change Project.    3. EcoRight Speaks Podcast hosted by Chelsea Henderson This is another Conservative Climate Change podcast that’s been around for a couple of years. EcoRight Speaks, is a project of RepublicEN, the group founded by Bob Inglis, former US representative from South Carolina and a member of the CCL advisory board. He appears in Episode 57 The Tide is Rising. 4. Climate Changed hosted by Nicole Diroff and Ben Yosua-David The Climate Changed podcast speaks directly to faith leaders and community leaders. It is sponsored by The BTS Center in Portland, Maine. Their goal is to develop spiritual leadership for a climate-changed world. 5. Sustainable Cents hosted by Veda Ganesan Veda, a high school student and an active volunteer with Citizens Climate Youth, dives into all things money, economy, investing, climate, and environment, one episode at a time. 6. America Adapts, hosted by Doug Parsons The America Adapts podcast explores the challenges presented by adapting to climate change, the global movement that has begun to drive change, and the approaches that are already working. Take a Meaningful Next Step Each month we will suggest meaningful, achievable, and measurable next steps for you to consider. We recognize that action is an antidote to despair. If you are struggling with what you can do, consider one of the following next steps.  Podcast Engagement Subscribe and listen to one of the recommended climate change podcasts. Share the knowledge and insights you gain with your friends. Whenever possible, rate and review the podcasts to boost their visibility. Increased listenership and discussions can accelerate climate change awareness and action. Carbon Fee and Dividend Movement (For College Students) Explore the Carbon Fee and Dividend movement, which advocates for effective climate policies.They creatively engage college students, faculty, and staff in their campaigns. This movement also facilitates direct connections with lawmakers Utilize the hashtag #carbonfeeanddividend on social media. Learn more at CFDmovement.com and follow them on Instagram @carbonfeeanddividend. Citizens Climate Lobby National Youth Action Team (For Middle and High School Students) Students can get involved with the CCL National Youth Action Team. Participate in initiatives such as the Great School Electrification Challenge. Visit Youth.CitizensClimatelobby.org to learn more and follow them on Instagram @CitizensClimateYouth. Additional Climate Action Resource (For anyone at any time     For those seeking more ways to take action, explore the action page at CCLusa.org/action. Meet Karina Taylee, a new CCR Team Member Karina Taylee, hails from the vibrant cultural mosaic of Miami, Florida, where she's witnessed the firsthand impacts of climate change. Miami's diverse heritage, with Latin bakeries and conversations in Spanish, is deeply cherished by Karina. Her resolve to protect her city led her to become a CCL volunteer in 2021, now serving as a liaison with her district, setting up lobbying appointments with congressional offices. Through this journey, she discovered a community of dedicated individuals, who foster her aspirations in science communication as she pursues a master's degree in Global Strategic Communications. Karina aims to creatively share the climate movement's story at Citizens Climate Radio, emphasizing that everyone plays a vital role in overcoming climate change. When not advocating, she enjoys beach time with her three adorable dogs and looks forward to connecting with the audience en español in upcoming episodes.  Karina is currently working on a new CCR limited podcast series,  Voces del Cambio: Explorando el Clima en Latinoamérica. Voices of Change, exploring climate in Latin America. Good News  Lila Powell tells us about Virginia's annual Clean the Bay Day, which she experienced this year. It has been an important tradition since 1989. Thousands of volunteers gather on the first Saturday of June for a three-hour cleanup of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. This year, over 4,000 volunteers removed 114 pounds of debris, including surprising finds like a plastic hippo and a packaged pork tenderloin. The cleanup significantly benefits the ecosystem and engages the community. While it's specific to Virginia, those in the Chesapeake Bay watershed can participate in their own cleanups. Visit cbf.org/clean to join the cause.. Listener Survey We want to hear your feedback about this episode. After you listen, feel free to fill in this short survey. Your feedback will help us as we make new decisions about the content, guests, and style of the show. You can fill it out anonymously and answer whichever questions you like.  You can hear Citizens’ Climate Radio on: iTunes Spotify SoundCloud Podbean Stitcher Radio Northern Spirit Radio PlayerFM TuneIn Radio Also, feel free to connect with other listeners, suggest program ideas, and respond to programs in the Citizens’ Climate Radio Facebook group or on Twitter at @CitizensCRadio.  

Join CCL's Vice President for Government Affairs Ben Pendergrass and Senior Director of Government Affairs Jennifer Tyler to participate in strategizing for the upcoming fall lobby meetings, get more information on the meeting asks, and have time to get your questions answered by CCL's government affairs team!  This is the first of two recommended trainings for any CCL volunteer planning on being a part of their group's Fall 2023 Lobby Meeting (as well as this Thursday's Oct 26th Lobby Training #2 -CCL's Legislative Plan. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Inro & Agenda (6:40) What's Happening In Congress? (10:25) Strategy Around the Primary Ask (19:19) How To Frame An Ask  (22:50) Secondary Asks (34:57) Final Thoughts Q&A Discussion (https://vimeo.com/877499787) Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/lobby-slides  Primary Ask: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/237  Secondary Asks: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/240 

The BIG WIRES Act has been introduced in the House and Senate. Join CCL's Research Coordinator Dana Nuccitelli for a training that will discuss how this policy could update and streamline the country’s patchwork energy transmission system. An updated transmission system will be technology neutral, prioritize regional flexibility and improve electrical grid reliability and reduce energy costs for all Americans.  Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:14) Why Transmission is Critical (9:01) CCL's Permitting Reform Goals (16:41) What the BIG WIRES Act Does (24:09) November Lobbying  Helpful resources: Presentation Slides:  https://cclusa.org/big-wires-slides   CCL Blog: https://citizensclimatelobby.org/blog/news/ccl-applauds-bicameral-big-wires-act    Sen. Hickenlooper's Press Release: https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-peters-introduce-big-wires-act-to-reform-permitting-lower-energy-costs/ 

Ben is the head of the CCL government relations team in Washington D.C. and in his role, he works to the advance the policy goals of CCL in Congress. Ben has worked for over 20 years in Washington both as Congressional staff and as a government relations professional. For several years, Ben served on the legislative staff of Senator Pete Domenici (R-NM). Most recently, he was Senior Vice President, Policy and Legislative Affairs for a national trade association. Ben has worked in a wide range of policy areas including taxes, natural resources, agriculture and national security. He has successfully advanced standalone legislation as well as provisions in annual appropriations bills, tax extender legislation, and farm bills. He has also worked extensively with federal agencies and worked on numerous federal regulations. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Updates (6:33) Volunteer Forums Q&A w/ Debbie Chang (12:34) October CCL Actions (16:06) Ben Pendergrass Speaker (23:44) Q&A Discussion (42:49) Conclusion & Wrap-up  October Action Sheet: https://cclusa.org/actionsheet  Preparing for Lobby Day Training: https://cclusa.org/preparing-for-lobby-day  Pre-Call Video: https://vimeo.com/873841799 

This training was led by the brilliant team (Vanessa Gonzalez-Rychener, Bob Loeb, Sin Ng, Steffanie Munguía and Sharon Bagatell) behind the Intergenerational Conversations Guide, will explore how this toolkit can expand the climate movement. The Intergenerational Conversations team will walk the audience through how to use the Guide to talk about climate change across generations and share stories about the power of these intergenerational conversations. The team will then share examples of how intergenerational action can drive political will across our policy agenda areas. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (4:30) Why Intergenerational Conversations?  (11:30) The  “Ultimate Guide”  (19:56)  What We’ve Learned    (25:15) Applications for Political Will-Building (30:42) Your Ideas  Presentation Slides:  https://cclusa.org/intergen-slides  

Join CCL's Research Team for an overview of the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act that will explore more details about the policy and provide more time for Q&A. If you have new volunteers that have joined CCL since the last time the Energy Innovation Act was introduced in Congress this training will help them gain deeper understanding. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (2:37) Energy Innovation Act Resources Review (5:56) Talking about the Energy Innovation Act (12:10) Q&A Discussion (32:10) Taking Action to support the Energy Innovation Act Helpful links: Presentation Slides:  https://cclusa.org/energy-innovation-act-qa-slides   Q&A Resource: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/285   Handling Challenging Questions resource: https://community.citizensclimate.org/handling-challenging-questions   More Resources and training: https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/energy-innovation-act 

BIG NEWS! Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) just reintroduced the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (H.R.5744) in the U.S. House of Representatives this week!  Join CCL Staff for an all-volunteer webinar to get the details around the legislation this session and how you can take action and build support for the policy in your community and in Congress.  The Energy Innovation Act is a carbon fee and dividend bill — and it’s pretty much our favorite climate policy ever. Polluters shouldn’t use the air as a trash can. A policy like this charges polluters a fee for the carbon pollution they put into our air. The money collected goes to Americans in the form of a monthly “carbon cashback” payment to keep things affordable. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & agenda (1:17) Legislative and policy overview (9:25) Data behind the main benefits  (15:57) Talking about Energy Innovation Act (19:03) Get active in your community (33:10) Closing & a reminder of who we are More Resources: Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/reintro23  Take Action Write Congress: https://cclusa.org/energy   Energy Innovation Act Training Topic Page: https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/energy-innovation-act   Energy Innovation Act Resource Directory: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources#energy-innovation-act   Data Sources: https://energyinnovationact.org/data-sources  Questions? https://cclusa.org/forums  Share on Social Media: https://cclusa.org/stw   

In episode 88 of Citizens Climate Radio, we dive into the passion and action of young climate activists, exploring their journeys from concern to meaningful action. Host, Peterson Toscano leads the conversation, spotlighting the endeavors of students like Emily O’Keefe and Helen Tiffin in fostering awareness about climate change and feasible solutions, focusing particularly on the carbon fee and dividend policy. See full show notes and transcript at here From Concern to Action Emily O’Keefe, a student at the College of William and Mary, candidly shared her progression from a state of existential concern about climate change to actively seeking out impactful solutions. Emily’s journey started with a realization about the importance of sustainable living and protecting the environment. This ultimately led her to a gap year where she could detach and reconnect with nature by hiking the Appalachian Trail. "I want to do something really big about climate change. And I'm just trying to figure out how can I do that?" - Emily O’Keefe Evolving Ideas & Shared Enthusiasm Emily’s initial idea to start a social movement was supported and molded by her friends, like Helen Tiffin. They delved deep into discussions about the nature of the movement and the message it should convey. Eventually, she was introduced to the carbon fee and dividend policy by a friend, Philip Ignatov. This policy became the focal point of their movement due to its effectiveness and tangible impact. Helen Tiffin supported Emily’s enthusiasm, remarking on the nonpartisan nature and wide appeal of the carbon fee and dividend idea, noting, “It really is something that we can all agree upon.” Carbon Fee & Dividend – An Equitable Solution The carbon fee and dividend policy essentially imposes a fee on corporations extracting fossil fuels, making fossil fuel-intensive products more expensive and thereby encouraging consumers to opt for more sustainable alternatives. Importantly, the policy also includes an equitable dividend system where the revenue from the fees is distributed equally among Americans. "So that actually makes it so that the majority of Americans, around two-thirds, will actually break even or profit from the money coming back to them in this cashback form, than they have to pay in increased prices." - Emily O’Keefe Building a Movement Emily, Helen, and their friends engaged in creating signs which read Most Effective Climate Policy #carbonfeeanddividend bit.ly/writecongresshere They raised awareness on their campus, and beyond and fostered a ‘snowball effect’, enabling more and more students and people to recognize and understand the carbon fee and dividend policy, spreading across multiple universities and leveraging online platforms like Instagram for greater reach. Their campaign also linked to direct actions, creating templates for people to write to Congress and advocate for the policy. “It is all about spreading that awareness and education and whatever form it presents itself,” Helen stated. Sustaining Impact & Longevity The Carbon Fee and Dividend Movement initiated by Emily and her friends has found a stable home base within the Citizens Climate Lobby’s Higher Education Team, ensuring the sustainability and longevity of their efforts. "We are going to be partnered with Friday's For Future in advocating for this...This will bring a lot of power to the movement." - Emily O’Keefe Emphasizing the nonpartisan and optimistic values of the Citizens Climate Lobby, Emily believes in the importance of embodying these values for the successful advancement of the movement. They continue to use platforms like Slack to coordinate efforts across various chapters and provide resources to aid climate work. Follow the Climate Fee and Dividend Movement on Instagram and visit their website.  Takeaways This episode sheds light on the relentless spirit of young activists, their journey of transforming concern into impactful action, and the communal spirit that propels the movement forward. Their dedication to spreading awareness about the carbon fee and dividend as an effective and equitable solution is not just inspiring but is paving the way for a more informed and resilient climate movement. Take a Meaningful Next Step Each month we will suggest meaningful, achievable, and measurable next steps for you to consider. We recognize that action is an antidote to despair. If you are struggling with what you can do, consider one of the following next steps.  Visit our Climate Change Action Page. Each month we provide you with steps you can take to engage with your lawmakers and to spread the word about climate solutions.  If you are on a college campus, get involved with the Climate Fee and Dividend Movement. From making a sign to starting a chapter, there is a lot you can do.  If you are connected to a primary, middle, or high school, find out how you can electrify your school buses.  Learn more about the recently introduced Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act.  Resilience Corner Tamara Staton, CCL’s Education and Resilience Coordinator, recently introduced a new series, “Resilient Climateteering through Crazy Climate Connections,” focusing on actionable insights related to climate awareness and playful curiosity. In this installment Tamara illustrates a parallel between the mental and physical benefits of high-intensity exercises like burpees and the sense of hope derived from proactive climate actions. This connection emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between mental stimulation and actionable insight to foster hope and resilience against the adverse effects of climate change. Get more tips and resources by visiting The Resiliency Hub.  New CCR Team Members! Citizens Climate Radio is welcoming three new team members, Lily Russian, Horace, and Karina Taylee, who will be regular voices on the platform. Lily is a political science major and environmental science minor at Trinity College, whose passion for the environment was ignited by her experience at the Island School, a program focused on sustainability and marine biology. She enjoys playing the ukulele and emphasizes intentional living for a sustainable future. Horace, a recent graduate from the University of Michigan and an environmental specialist, has had a lifelong connection to nature, instilled by his family's trips immersed in the natural beauty of his hometown in Chongqing, China. He is dedicated to promoting sustainability and addressing climate change to preserve the environment for future generations. You will meet the third new member, Karina Taylee, next month. Good News  Shelterwood Collective, a non-profit focusing on communal healing and ecosystem restoration on 900 acres in Northern California, is the focus of this month’s Good News Story. CCR team member Lila Powell researched, wrote, and recorded the story about the indigenous, black, and queer-led group that uses Kashia and southern Pomo traditions in forest restoration, involving controlled burns and invasive species removal. In 2022, they received a $4.5 million grant to enhance their restoration efforts. The collective also uses art, focusing on interconnected ecosystems, to inspire community involvement and is developing a center to foster environmental relationships and inclusivity.  If you're looking for more good news and you want to connect with other climate advocates who refuse to give up, then check out Grassroots Rising Leveling up in the Climate Fight. This is CCLs fall virtual conference November 4 and 5, 2023. You will hear speakers like CNN correspondent and author Van Jones. Plus there's a special plenary presentation by our very own Dana Nuccitelli, host of the Nerd Corner. For more information and free registration, visit the Grassroots Rising Leveling up in the Climate Fight webpage.   Listener Survey We want to hear your feedback about this episode. After you listen, feel free to fill in this short survey. Your feedback will help us as we make new decisions about the content, guests, and style of the show. You can fill it out anonymously and answer whichever questions you like. We also feature a special tribute to Madeline Para who retired this month from CCL. We played Cody Francis singing Weather Any Storm.