If we think we can avert the most catastrophic impacts of climate change by continuing to talk to the same circles of people who have always been engaged, we will fail. In order to engage a broader community, we must first acknowledge the inherent connections between climate and racial justice, and then do our part to dismantle the structures that consciously or unconsciously keep people out.
Read MoreClimate touches every aspect of our lives; every part of our community. Often in the most unexpected places. In partnership with local artist Lily Bechtel we are launching "Climate Connections" featuring leaders and organizations who are seeing climate change effects across our community. Jeanette Abi-Nader from Cultivate Charlottesville talks about the nexus of food and climate. “Food is a vehicle not only for social justice and community building, but also for carbon responsibility."
Read MoreThis year we put together a list of locally-inspired gift ideas from the network of businesses and nonprofits we work. Give a gift that honors dads on their big day, at the same time help local businesses that are feeling the impacts of COVID 19.
Read MoreSince Governor Northam’s quarantine order to stay home, employees have developed creative solutions, embraced flexible schedules, and found new ways to connect. With so many of us skipping our daily commute, transportation-related emissions decreased rapidly, especially in densely populated areas. So we ask, can telecommuting stick for employers and employees when COVID is past us? We hope the answer is YES!
Read MoreOur May Climate Leader is CAT Director Mr. Garland W. Williams. Find out more about his journey into the field of transit, his past success, and vision for Charlottesville’s transit future.
Read MoreC3 is now offering Kill-a-Watt meters to any homeowner or renter who wants to discover cost savings opportunities that may reside in devices and appliances that we plug into the home and stay plugged. Find out more!
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