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The Milwaukee chapter of 350.org — an international movement of ordinary people working to end the age of fossil fuels and build a world of community-led renewable energy for all.

• Stop all new coal, oil and gas projects
• Close existing fossil fuel generation ASAP
• Build a clean energy future for all

Why we are 350: Scientists generally agree that 350 ppm is the upper limit to sustain life as humans have known it. For 800,000+ years atmospheric CO2 varied between roughly 180 to 280 ppm. We passed 350 ppm about 1988!  - Latest Values

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Rethinking humanity 
350mke meeting: Tuesday, april 11, 7 - 8:30pm.  (MORE...)
Rethinking Humanity - a Film by RethinkX
Humanity is on the brink of existential transformation, but we’re blind to the deeper processes of change. To recognize the mind-blowing possibility space of the next decade, as well as its catastrophic risks, we must grasp the patterns of history to understand how they can illuminate today.

Rethinking Humanity takes viewers on a whirlwind tour of the rise and fall of civilizations through a powerful lens that makes sense of the past, so that we can step into the present and create our future. During the 2020s, key technologies will converge to completely disrupt the five foundational sectors that underpin civilization, and with them every major industry in the world today. In information, energy, food, transportation, and materials, costs will fall by 10x or more, while production processes an order of magnitude more efficient will use 90% fewer natural resources with 10x-100x less waste.

​The knock-on effects for society will be as profound as the extraordinary possibilities that emerge. For the first time in history, we could overcome poverty easily. Access to all our basic needs could become a fundamental human right. But this is just one future outcome. The alternative could see our civilization collapse into a new dark age. Which path we take depends on the choices we make, starting today. The stakes could not be higher.

The Inflation Reduction Act and Electrification: Tuesday, May 9

The presentation will summarize the expected reductions in greenhouse gasses resulting  from the IRA along with the tax and point of sale rebates included in the act. Heat pump space heaters, heat pump water heaters, electric stoves, electric service upgrades, home weatherization, solar panels and electric vehicles will be discussed.
Video and materials from previous meetings are available at: 350MKE Meetings
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350MKE Fridays for Future Friday, march 31, 12pm   (MORE...)
​Chase Bank Calendar: ​​​​​​​​​​
  • Friday March 31 - Wisconsin Ave. & Water St.
  • Friday April 7 - Silver Spring Dr. & Lydell Ave.
  • Friday April 14 - 27h St. & Loomis Rd.​

​We have Chase and fossil fuel signs available
Or you can bring your own signs!

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Masks and Physical Distancing as appropriate
No protest when below 20F, Winter Advisory, or wet snow/rain (signs are paper)
Regional 350 Meetings   (more...)
350 Wisconsin: Monday, April 3, 7-8:10 pm: 

Agriculture Policies & Practices
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How Agriculture Impacts the Climate and

What We at 350 Wisconsin Can Do About It

Conventional agriculture generates a significant amount of greenhouse gases, in addition to other harmful impacts on water, soil, and human health. However, there are alternative farming practices that that can repair the harm, sequester carbon, and support thriving communities, both human and non-human. Come learn how we at 350 Wisconsin can support farmers to use these regenerative practices!
​350 Wisconsin Meetings: First Monday of the Month
​Read more and register to receive a meeting link here

350 Wisconsin Meeting Archive
2023 Election resources: wi supreme court election Apr. 4, 2023   (MORE...)
2023 Wisconsin Election - Resources to find who's on your ballot and where to vote
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​MyVote.wi.gov - See your ballot before you leave for your polling place - no more "who's that person?" 
​BallotPedia.org

WisconsinVote.org
VOTE ABSENTEE BY MAIL
FIND MY POLLING PLACE
campaign for the climate: Spring 2023!  (MORE...)

 

350MKE is joining forces with 350 Wisconsin Action and other organizations to give our members some options to take action and make a difference.

Elections have huge consequences for the climate.
Reach out to young voters with NextGen   (more...)
“NextGen is the nation’s largest youth voting organization that’s using innovative digital and field strategies to turn out young voters in key states. We’re empowering the largest and most diverse generation in American history through voter education, registration and mobilization. At NextGen we share lessons learned with the broader progressive community to build a stronger, more nimble and effective democracy.”
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Canvassing is going in cities all around Wisconsin
On-line or in-person, you can connect with young voters!
Go to NextGen's page to find a city and date that works for you!
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voter registration   (more...)
Supermarket Legends Also email them at: legendsvote@gmail.com
Become a poll worker   (more...)
Learn more at AllOnTheLine

If you want to be a poll worker in Milwaukee, you have to be a resident of Milwaukee County. Go to the Elections Commission on the City of Milwaukee website and get all the info you need.

Good Stuff!

It’s heating up enough that noaa created heat.gov!   (MORE...)
 The 2022 Urban Heat Island Mapping Campaigns are heating up this summer! To date, Jacksonville, Milwaukee, Spokane, Boulder, Philadelphia, and Brooklyn have completed their mapping.

Stay up to date on Urban Heat Island Mapping Campaigns this summer by searching #UrbanHeatMaps2022 and #CAPAHeatWatch, or following us on @HeatGov on Twitter. 
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Check out some of the media attention that the UHI campaigns are getting - here's Milwaukee:
  • How hot is Milwaukee? Urban heat island mapping arrives in city to help with extreme weather response | WTMJ Milwaukee
  • Volunteers work around the clock to map urban heat islands | Accuweather
  • Heat is the most common weather-related cause of death nationwide | CBS 58 Milwaukee
  • Hot data: Milwaukee to be a part of a hot weather study this week | Spectrum News
  • Beating the heat: Milwaukee to join cities across the nation in measuring heat island effect | Wisconsin Public Radio
And take a look at the U.S. Drought Monitor - National Drought Mitigation Center
Me energies: rally for affordable energy now
Saturday, October 15, 12pm.  (MORE...)
Organized By: Sierra Club Wisconsin Chapter
Location: Zeidler Park - 301 W Michigan St, Milwaukee
Event Organizers:
Cassie Steiner   cassandra.steiner@sierraclub.org
Elizabeth Ward   elizabeth.ward@sierraclub.org
What is happening?
Before We Energies can increase how much it charges customers, it must get permission from the Public Service Commission (PSC), a branch of the government. They must explain how much money they need and why.  The PSC asks the public and experts for input and decides how much to allow the utility to increase rates.

During 'rate cases' like these, We Energies often makes agreements with organizations that are concerned about the proposal.
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What is We Energies asking for?
Increases to gas and electrical rates:
  • Raise electricity revenue by 8.4%
  • Raise gas revenue by 10.7%
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We Energies is claiming this increase is because they are building more clean energy, but they have also announced plans to keep expensive coal plants running.  Last year, they announced plans to build a new gas storage facility, even though it was proven that an energy efficiency program would have saved ratepayers money.
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Global Climate Strike: Chicago: September 23   (more...)
Coordinated with the Fridays For Future Global Climate Strike.

On September 23rd as many as 350 people, from children to near centenarians, marched through the streets of Chicago for two hours demanding the U.S. Federal Reserve, Chase Bank and our U.S. Representatives (Senators Durbin and Duckworth directly) address the mounting Climate Crisis through their respective financial and political channels.

​ WE MARCHED FOR CLIMATE REPARATIONS AND JUSTICE!


Join us for the Global Climate Strike as we demand policymakers and world leaders to prioritize #PeopleNotProfit! We demand that our Governments listen to MAPA voices and immediately work to provide Loss & Damage Finance to the communities most affected by the climate crisis.  #FridaysForFuture
We met at Pritzker Park and marched first to the Federal Reserve Bank (short speeches), then on to Chase Bank Tower (short speeches and dance).  From there we marched to Senators Durbin & Duckworth's office building and then returned to Pritzker Park.
You can find Michelle Eul's report and Instagram clip from the Global Climate Strike: Bern, Switzerland here.
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It’s Now or Never Madison Rally: August 9, 2022   (MORE...)
Young people with Action for the Climate Emergency hosted a climate rally on Tuesday, August 9th at the WI State Capitol to get Governor Evers to Declare a Climate Emergency!

​Tuesday was an important day: with statewide elections growing closer we need to show everyone that Climate Change should be a priority in this state. Who knows if we will have more leaders in office who believe in climate change, or if we have even less. That's why it's Now or Never for Governor Evers to use his powers to declare an emergency. Bring your pots and pans to be loud with us!
​About 50 people joined to hear speeches outside the capital building before going inside to demonstrate in the capital rotunda.  Then they headed up to Governor Evers' office hoping to get an audience with the governor, but he was out.  Finally everyone returned to the Capital steps.
We Energies Press Event: July 27, 2022 Zeidler Par   (MORE...)
The Clean Power Coalition of Southeast Wisconsin (CPC-SW) held a press conference to uplift our concerns around We Energies' recent announcement that they intend to delay the retirement of the South Oak Creek coal power plant.
Speakers included: Senator Chris Larson, Milwaukee County Supervisor Steven Shea, Sister Janet Weyker (CPC-SW), Keviea Guiden (Citizen Action).
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'This must change': Activists push back on We Energies' plans to delay the retirement of the Oak Creek coal plant - Journal/Sentinel

Clean energy advocates speak up about We Energies stalled coal burning power plant closure - WUWM
PLASTIC REDUCTION AND YOU - actions: July 350Mke Meeting   (MORE...)
Plastic Reduction and You (Actionable)  WATCH HERE
Marissa Jablonski, PhD
Executive Director, Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin


Did you hear about Marissa's "Monster Bag"? Read:
8 Things a Plastic-Free Expert Always Brings With Her to Restaurants and Food Trucks

"You may not think going out to eat at your favorite restaurant involves a lot of waste — unless you’re taking food to go. In that case, the establishment may send you home with all kinds of plastic, Styrofoam, and otherwise not-biodegradable containers. To make eating out a more sustainable affair, Marissa Jablonski, a plastic-free expert and the executive director at the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin, keeps a to-go food kit in her car and bike bag." - Apartment Therapy
Save energy, Money & CO2   (more...)
FREE Energy-Saving Packs
- Wisconsin Focus on Energy

Wisconsin rebates and programs
 - Various, We Energies site

Energy-saving tips
 - We Energies site

In the news   (more...)

Climate scientists are desperate: we’re crying, begging and getting arrested
​- The Guardian, April 7, 2022

Six key lifestyle changes can help avert the climate crisis, study finds
​- The Guardian, March 7, 2022
Climate crisis: Amazon rainforest tipping point is looming, data shows
​- The Guardian, March 7, 2022

Here’s how to demolish the most common excuses for climate crisis apathy
​- The Guardian, January 12, 2022
Global Warming Can Set The Stage for Deadly Tornadoes
- Inside Climate News, December 2021

Interested in protecting old-growth forests? Here are some steps you can take.
​- Washington Post, January 7, 2022
Telling people to ‘follow the science’ won’t save the planet. But they will fight for justice
​- The Guardian, December 28, 2021

As Forests Burn, A Climate Puzzle Materializes in the Far North
- Scientific American, December 14, 2021
We energies (WEC) In the News   (open...)
Regulators approve $90M pollution controls despite plans to phase out coal
​- Wisconsin State Journal, January 7, 2022

WEC Announces Coal-Free by 2035, Doubles Down on “Natural” Gas
​- Sierra Club, November 2, 2021
Columbia power plant to close by 2025, ending coal-fired power in Portage (27.5% WEC)
​- Wisconsin State Journal, February 3, 2021

Many U.S. utilities plan to hang on to their coal plants for a decade: Sierra Club
- Reuters, January 25, 2021
 THE DIRTY TRUTH - About Utility Climate Pledge s
Spoiler: We Energies scores a D and WEC an F
- Sierra Club, January 2021

We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service plan the state's largest renewable energy project
​- Journal Sentinel, April 30, 2021

We Turned Resilience into Results
- WEC 2020 Annual Report, Spring 2021
WEC Energy Group, Inc. 2021 Third Quarter Earnings
- WEC, November 2, 2021

Pathway to a Cleaner Energy Future
- WEC 2021 Climate Report, Spring 2021

We turned resilience into results
- WEC 2021 Annual Meeting Video

ideas - thoughts on our relationship  with carbon   (open...)
An expert's advice on talking to the climate skeptic in your life
CNN, November 24, 2020

ClimateAdam Youtube Channel - 2 to 10 minute clips
Try it, you'll like it!
From the Waste Up - Life Without Plastic
- FREE on YouTube, 1 hr. 20 min.
Our documentary follows the lives of 19 people as they attempt to live without plastic.

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- Excerpt from Book, March 23, 2021
Why humanity can’t be trusted to repair its own environmental damage 
- Washington Post, February 11, 2021
review of
Under  A White Sky
By Elizabeth Kolbert

Elizabeth Kolbert Interview
​How Humans Try (And Fail) To Master Nature Audio, 48 min.
- Fresh Air
, February 9, 2021

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We Are the Weather: Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast by Jonathan Safran Foer review – a life-changing book
​- The Guardian, October 6, 2019
financing climate change   (open...)
The forgotten oil ads that told us climate change was nothing
 - The Guardian, Novembe 18, 2021

ECB Pledges to Inject Climate Considerations Into Its Decisions
 - Bloomberg, July 8, 2021
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Big banks’ trillion-dollar finance for fossil fuels ‘shocking’, says report
 - The Guardian, March 24, 2021
BlackRock votes against 49 companies for lack of climate crisis progress
 - The Guardian, September 17, 2020

Samsung Securities pledges no further financial backing for Adani coal after protest
 - The Guardian, July 17, 2020
Delay is deadly: what Covid-19 tells us about tackling the climate crisis
 - The Guardian, March 24, 2020

Don't want to finance fossil fuel growth anymore? Here are ideas to Move Your Money
renewables   (open...)
Nature-led coronavirus recovery could create $10tn a year, says WEF
 ​- The Guardian, July 15, 2020

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sPower - Solverde solar plant
All net new electricity generation in the US will be wind and solar power in 2020
 - PV Magazine​​, January 16, 2020

Buying Clean Electricity
 - energy.gov, U.S. Department of Energy

actions   (open...)
Climate Hawks Could Take Over Two U.S. Financial Agencies
 ​- Scientific American, August 17, 2021

‘We will not stop’: pipeline opponents ready for America’s biggest environmental fight
 ​- The Guardian, June 20, 2021

Treaty People Gathering begins summer-long resistance against Enbridge
 ​- Sierra Club, June 17, 2021
The young people taking their countries to court over climate inaction
 ​- The Guardian, May 7, 2021

Some say we can ‘solar-engineer’ ourselves out of the climate crisis. Don’t buy it
 ​- The Guardian, April 22, 2021
‘Within minutes I was weeping’: the US pastor using scripture to mobilize climate action
 ​- The Guardian, April 20, 2021

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France to ban some domestic flights where train available
 ​- The Guardian, April 12, 2021

Green investing 'is definitely not going to work’, says ex-BlackRock executive
 ​- The Guardian, March 30, 2021

How to change the minds of climate deniers 
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 - Grist via The Guardian

Pandemic shows climate has never been treated as crisis, say scientists
 ​- The Guardian, July 16, 2020
climate change impact   (open...)
A billion children at ‘extreme risk’ from climate impacts – Unicef
- The Guardian, August 20, 2021

Rain falls on peak of Greenland ice cap for first time on record
- The Guardian, August 20, 2021

One of Earth’s giant carbon sinks may have been overestimated - study
- The Guardian, March 24, 2021
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A train of loaded coal cars heads to Oak Creek, Wisconsin

This town powered America for decades. What do we owe them?
- CNN, January 23, 2021
Antarctica logs hottest temperature on record with a reading of 65F
- The Guardian, February 7, 2020

The hellish future of Las Vegas in the climate crisis: 'A place where we never go outside'
- The Guardian, September 3, 2019
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‘It looks like a film. It looks like a video game.’

Pictures of the world on fire won’t shock us for much longer
- The Guardian, January 13, 2020
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