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Climate change education and our youth: update from the Climate Literacy Committee
April 26, 2017
When considering the impending challenge of climate change, it’s clear that the lasting impacts and subsequent solutions will not be realized within our lifetime. Young people will be key in shaping our future responses and mitigating the effects of...
Novato seeks Army Corps easement to preserve open space and Hamilton Wetlands
April 21, 2017
You may recall reading in the Yodeler last year about a proposal by a commercial developer to build a massive private sports complex right next to the Hamilton Wetlands Preserve, a model wetland-restoration project on the San Pablo Bay in Novato....
Marin Clean Energy reduces rates for a second year in a row
April 21, 2017
The local "Community Choice" clean power program Marin Clean Energy (MCE) just reduced its rates for a second year in a row. That’s cleaner, cheaper power!
Help Bay Area cities get moving on smart housing growth
April 19, 2017
The Sierra Club believes we can protect the environment and fully meet our housing needs while maintaining urban environments that are equitable, healthy, and stimulating. The Bay Chapter has launched a new effort at the city level to push for...
Steve Bakaley: From city to shining sea (and mountains)
April 11, 2017
Steve Bakaley is retiring from his position as chair of the Bay Chapter's Activities Committee after more than 19 years on the job. Over that time his encyclopedic knowledge of wildflowers, commitment to mentorship, and “repertoire of awful jokes"...
Sierra Club stands with City of Oakland against lawsuit challenging coal ban
April 4, 2017
The Sierra Club and SF Baykeeper, represented by Earthjustice, have filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit challenging Oakland’s ban on handling and storage of coal in Oakland. The groups also filed a motion to dismiss Tagami’s lawsuit.
Join the Bay Chapter at Earth Month 2017 events
March 31, 2017
Join the Bay Chapter at festivals, film fests, work parties, and marches in honor of Earth Month 2017.
Local solar jobs increases highlight opportunity for 100% clean energy in Bay Area
March 28, 2017
The San Francisco Bay Area metropolitan area created more than 10,517 new jobs in the growing solar industry last year, according to a report released today by The Solar Foundation. The metropolitan area, comprising San Francisco, Alameda, Marin,...
Will Bay Area air regulators keep promises to stop rise in refinery emissions?
March 22, 2017
With a May vote on one refinery emission regulation looming — and more delays and drama taking place behind the scenes — we need your support at upcoming Bay Area Air Quality Management District events!
Contra Costa Community Choice Energy program should look to maximize local clean energy development
March 21, 2017
A Community Choice Energy program for Contra Costa County presents an amazing opportunity for economic growth and the creation of good jobs through local build-out of clean solar and wind energy projects.