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Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
-- Unitarian Universalist 7th Principle 
CLIMATE ACTIVISM
We have a responsibility to leave a healthy planet to future generations. Consider joining one of the many organizations listed below that are helping to protect and preserve our environment. Click on the organization name to link to their website or Facebook page. Our congregation is committed to respond to climate change.
'TAKE ACTION: Corporations have worked hard to convince us that recycling will solve the plastic pollution crisis - that it's our responsibility to clean up their mess.
It's time for companies like Coca Cola, Pepsi, Nestle, Unilever, Proctor & Gamble, Starbucks and McDonald's to move away from single-use plastics. Text "Plastic Free" to 877877. |
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314 Action
Join the pro-science resistance. 314 Action members believe in science. They are committed to electing more STEM candidates to office and advocating for evidence-based government policy solutions to issues like climate change. 
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Solutions For Cutting Carbon And Caring For The Climate StrawFree.Org Did you know we throw away 500,000,000 straws every day, enough to wrap around the earth twice? And most of those straws end up fouling our environment. Take the Straw-free pledge. |
Plug In America
Plug In America is a non-profit voice of plug-in vehicle drivers across the country. Their mission is to drive change to accelerate the shift to plug-in vehicles powered by clean, affordable, domestic electricity. Learn more about the plug-in cars currently available. 
Ready for 100/Sierra Club
This is the Sierra Club’s effort to bring clean and renewable energy to cities and communities across the country. In 2017, the City of Sarasota committed to clean energy. The group continues to work toward new goals for 2018. To join the local Ready for 100 initiative, contact Lynn Nilssen at [email protected]. |
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens
can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
- Margaret Mead
can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
- Margaret Mead
Rethinking Plastic Sarasota
A group of local citizens on a mission to fight back against the ubiquitous single-use plastics in Sarasota and beyond. Together we will research, collaborate, educate and reach out to remove and replace these hazards from our community. |
Sarasota Bay Guardians
The Sarasota Bay Guardians volunteer program engages people of all ages in ongoing efforts to restore and protect Sarasota Bay. |
Sarasota Climate Justice Coalition
Working to foster resiliency and promote a just and equitable transition to a low-carbon society. Plastic Pollution Coalition This organization focuses on stopping plastic pollution. Take their 4-Rs Pledge: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle here. |
Sierra Club Florida
Sierra Club of Manatee-Sarasota Enjoy and protect the natural places in our community, teach others to understand and respect the fragile environment in which we live, and promote the responsible use of Florida's ecosystems and resources. |
The ultimate test of man’s conscience may be his willingness
to sacrifice something today for future generations
whose words of thanks will not be heard.
- Gaylord Nelson
to sacrifice something today for future generations
whose words of thanks will not be heard.
- Gaylord Nelson
Solar United Neighbors of Florida
Helping to make 'going solar' easier by providing you with the information you need to maximize the value of your investment in solar. 
Suncoast Waterkeepers
The mission of Suncoast Waterkeeper is to protect and restore the Florida Suncoast’s waterways through enforcement, fieldwork, advocacy, and environmental education for the benefit of the communities that rely upon these precious coastal resources. 
Transition Sarasota
Seeking to rebuild local community resilience and self-reliance in the face of peak oil, climate change, and economic crisis. This means reconnecting with each other and the earth and revitalizing local agriculture. |
STOP!
STOP!'s goal is to have the City establish standards for wide sidewalks with room for trees and green space. 
Surfrider
The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's ocean, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network. 
Citizen's Climate Lobby
Citizens’ Climate Lobby is a national nonprofit, nonpartisan, grassroots advocacy organization with groups around the country. The Sarasota-Bradenton chapter is working for the passage of Carbon Fee and Dividend, the “best first-step” to preventing the worst impacts of a warming world. |
It is horrifying that we have to fight our own government to save the environment.
- Ansel Adams
- Ansel Adams
Faith-based Environmental Organizations
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