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Is it time for a movement for direct action on climate change?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Amy Bickley Feb 2, 2011. 6 Replies 0 Likes
And if so,what will it look like? I'm working with some people from Vancouver and the Island to help get the ball rolling. Details below -- if you are interested, I invite you to join us. Cheers…Continue
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Ross Moster replied to Kevin Washbrook's discussion No Tankers! Group Photo Shoot, Sunday June 3rd 4pm Kits Beach in the group Kitsilano Transition Village
Ross Moster replied to Kevin Washbrook's discussion No Tankers! Group Photo Shoot, Sunday June 3rd 4pm Kits Beach in the group Kitsilano Transition Village
"That was a lot of fun, Kevin!"
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No Tankers! Group Photo Shoot, Sunday June 3rd 4pm Kits Beach
Hi all KTV'ersPlease join us between Kits pool and the beach Sunday at 4pm for a massive group photo of people who are saying NO! to Tankers and Pipelines. The group photo will appear in full page ads in the Sun and Province calling on Christy Clark to Stand up for BC and the planet. We're raising money for the ads through bake sales, dance parties and small donations to show that people care. It's going to be a fast and fun hour, and it will send a powerful message.Coming down? Please bring…See More
John Robertson replied to Kevin Washbrook's discussion Vancouver Stop Coal pledge action with Bill McKibben Noon Saturday April 9 in the group VV Energy Network
"The transition movement in UK seems to be working because individuals are buckling down and making the individual changes that are within their control. This attracts others who can see that their individual actions can have some impact. The debacle…"
Kevin Washbrook added a discussion to the group VV Energy Network
Vancouver Stop Coal pledge action with Bill McKibben Noon Saturday April 9
Hello all, this may be of interest to some in this group. Cheers, Kevin We've all heard the news: melting ice caps, extreme weather, drought, fires, climate refugees, conflict.... global warming is happening, and if we don't work hard to stop it now, the results will be catastrophic. It's time for our 2nd Stop Coal pledge action, in Vancouver, at noon on Saturday April 9th. Coal exports are gearing up to be the next big carbon battle ground, and Vancouver is on the front lines. If you are…See More
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Amy Bickley replied to Kevin Washbrook's discussion Is it time for a movement for direct action on climate change?
"i agree wholeheartedly.
the problem is this: the next most accessible 'green' solution for power being solar power, is either a) not efficient enough given the amount of power that we need to exist as a first world nation unless we…"
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Is it time for a movement for direct action on climate change?
And if so,what will it look like? I'm working with some people from Vancouver and the Island to help get the ball rolling. Details below -- if you are interested, I invite you to join us. Cheers Kevin.We've all heard the news: melting ice caps, extreme weather, drought, fires, climate refugees, conflict.... a planet-wide disaster is unfolding in slow motion all around us.Global warming is happening, and if we don't work hard to stop it now the results will be catastrophic.If you are like us,…See More
Karen H replied to Kevin Washbrook's discussion Is it time for a movement for direct action on climate change?
"Thanks for the good information, Kevin! And how great that you watched the "Story of Stuff" with your kids. That's fantastic to educate them about such things. I wish all parents would do the same. And "holey moley" is right…"
Kevin Washbrook replied to Kevin Washbrook's discussion Is it time for a movement for direct action on climate change?
"Point of clarification: the coal exported from BC is metallurgical -- it's used to make steel. Mostly in Japan and Korea, also in China, and to a less extent in the EU. We all know the rest of the story: it's then made into…"
Karen H replied to Kevin Washbrook's discussion Is it time for a movement for direct action on climate change?
"I strongly agree, Randy! Perhaps you are already familiar with this book and this updated document. (See links below my message.) They directly address all the important issue you brought up. Using the proposals found in the "Greenhouse…"
Karen H replied to Kevin Washbrook's discussion Is it time for a movement for direct action on climate change?
"Excellent post, Kevin! I completely agree with you on every point. Thank you for taking the time to write this! :-) Karen"
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Is it time for a movement for direct action on climate change?
And if so,what will it look like? I'm working with some people from Vancouver and the Island to help get the ball rolling. Details below -- if you are interested, I invite you to join us. Cheers Kevin.We've all heard the news: melting ice caps, extreme weather, drought, fires, climate refugees, conflict.... a planet-wide disaster is unfolding in slow motion all around us.Global warming is happening, and if we don't work hard to stop it now the results will be catastrophic.If you are like us,…See More
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Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 9:14pm on June 12, 2010,
Mary Bennett said… - Hi, If you're not already a member of Kitsilano Village,please join. I'm hosting a potluck tomorrow, Sun June 13 6-9pm at 2035 Trafalgar - It's in the events section. Hope to see you there.Mary
- At 11:15am on March 22, 2010, Mary Bennett said…
- Hi, I notice you list Kitsilano as your neighbourhood. Maybe you'd like to join the Kitsilano Transition Village on VV. We're planning a potluck for April 11. (Currently we have 10 members on KTV - and I know there's at least 20-30 people on the VV site who live in our area - It would be nice to meet - at least online, if not in person! - Mary maryinvancouver@gmail.com
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