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Thursday, March 5
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Climate Happy Hour: Citizens' Climate Lobby
Join other climate
concerned folks for conversation and community. Conor O'Neills, 318 S. Main St. Free (pay for own food/drinks). RSVP requested but not
required.
annarbor@citizensclimatelobby.org
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Tuesday March 10
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Implementing the A2ZERO Carbon Neutrality Plan: Creating Affordable
Places
Dunbar Tower is a
six-story affordable housing development in Ann Arbor’s downtown “Kerrytown” neighborhood, co-developed by the Ann Arbor Housing Commission and Avalon Housing. Shaped by an extensive community
engagement process, the project responds to the neighborhood’s legacy as a historically Black community and the impacts of ongoing gentrification. The building brings together permanent supportive
housing for residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness alongside affordable housing for artists, using a trauma-informed design approach. This presentation will explore how the project
balances the values of social equity and sustainable, high-performance design, with a focus on the project’s all-electric systems, on-site renewables, and the challenges of implementing an urban
geothermal system. Virtual. Free. Click here for
registration.
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Tuesday, March 10
7:00 p.m.
When Data Centers Come to Town
A year ago, few of
us had even heard of them. Now they’re one of the most contentious issues of our day: data centers. They seem to be popping up everywhere, including right here in Washtenaw County. At our next
monthly meeting, Washtenaw Climate Reality will be hosting Ira Anjali Anwar of the U-M School of Information to tell us all about the economics, politics, and environmental impacts of data
centers. Zoom. Free. Click here for Zoom
link. Passcode: 811619. dgurk@hotmail.com
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Monday, March 16
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Plug-In Solar: Accessible and Affordable Clean Energy
Join Cora Stryker,
co-founder of Bright Saver, to learn more about Plug-In Solar (aka Balcony Solar). Plug-in solar panels connect directly to a standard home outlet, allowing solar energy to flow into your home's
electrical circuit and reduce the electricity you draw from the grid. Plug-in solar panels are portable and can be used by people that do not own their home, can’t afford rooftop solar, or have
a roof that isn’t suitable for rooftop solar. Plug-in solar panels have been used safely in Germany and Australia for years and now Bright Saver is working to bring them to the US. Come and find out
how you can help make Plug-in Solar legal in Michigan so that more people can access clean energy.
Zoom. Free. Registration required. Click here for
registration. Michigan@ThirdAct.org
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Thursday, March 19
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
From Scroll To Action: Crafting Environmental
Communications with Content Creator Alex Haraus
Join us for a
workshop with Alex Haraus, a creator and impact strategist who knows how to captivate and lead global audiences to meaningful action through social media. His down-to-earth approach includes
strategies that break beyond echo chambers and welcome new audiences, leading over 15 million people to action over the last six years and being recognized by Forbes Under 30, Grist 50 and
SXSW.
In this workshop,
Haraus will break down how social media can be used as a powerful tool for environmental action. Drawing from real-world campaigns and digital trends, he’ll explore what makes content resonate, how
ideas spread online and how creators turn social media content into momentum for change. Attendees will gain practical insights into storytelling, strategy and the mechanics of viral content, while
learning to communicate environmental issues in ways that motivate people to care and act.
Join us to learn how social media can move people
towards real-world impact. Michigan Union, Kuenzel Room.
520 S. State Street. Free and open to the public. Space is limited. Click here to
register.
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Sunday, March 22
2:00 p.m.
Screening
of The White House
Effect
Do you know how long
climate change has been a major issue in the public mind and in the political sphere? A long time. Longer than you may think. Washtenaw Climate Reality and Ann Arbor Citizens’ Climate Lobby will
jointly host a showing of the acclaimed documentary The White House Effect. The film tells the story of the brief moment in history, back in the late 20th
century, when we could have gotten a jump on the issue of climate change before it got too far out of hand. The film will be shown at the home of
Michael Hagan. Free. RSVP at newliver2@mhagan.com to get the address for the event.
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Tuesday, March 24
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Washtenaw Solarize: For Businesses, Nonprofits,
and Places of Worship
Want to reduce your
energy bills and your carbon emissions? Let us help you get solar power! Solarize is a free, no-commitment event offering educational resources, a group-buy discount, and connections to the local
energy community. Our solar experts will help you access federal credits to pursue clean energy before the incentives expire, saving up to 45% off your solar
installation.
All businesses,
nonprofits, places of worship, schools, and local units of government located in Washtenaw County can participate - so join us March 24th to kick off this program! Food
provided. Homeland Solar, 303 Metty Drive, #4, Ann Arbor, 48103. Free. Click here to
register. Further info: lexcrill@umich.edu
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Thursday, March 26
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
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In this purpose-driven talk, Paul Polman will discuss responsible leadership and
how net positive businesses can contribute more to the environment and society than they take away.
Paul Polman is an internationally recognized business leader, philanthropist,
investor, speaker and advocate for sustainable development. A co-architect of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, he continues to drive system-wide change by developing industry coalitions,
accelerating leadership and advancing sustainable finance through board roles, impact investments and strategic advisory positions.
Robertson Auditorium, Stephen M. Ross School of
Business. 701 Tappan Ave. In-person and virtual. Free and open to the public. Click here to register for in-person attendance and for live stream
link.
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MONTHLY CLIMATE ACTION
MEETINGS
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Citizens' Climate Lobby -- Ann Arbor
Citizens’ Climate Lobby is a national, non-partisan, grassroots advocacy organization focused on national
policies to address climate change. Second Saturday of every month. National CCL call at 1:00 p.m., followed by monthly chapter meeting at 2:00. Free. Downtown Ann Arbor District Library, 343 S. 5th Ave., also
click here for Zoom. Passcode: 123 annarbor@citizensclimatelobby.org
(734)
657-3150
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Washtenaw Climate Reality
Take action. Inspire
Action. Washtenaw Climate Reality works for effective climate action in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, and
worldwide. Second
Tuesday of every month. 7:00 p.m. Free. Click here for Zoom
meeting.Meeting
ID: 823 3352 3056. Passcode: 088990 dgurk@hotmail.com
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The Ann Arbor: Climate Action City, USA website, which includes a list of local climate action organizations; action steps individuals can take; and past
issues of the newsletter can be found here.
For information or to submit calendar events:
info@climateactioncityusa.com
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