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Penalize Rooftop Solar
December 1, 2021
If you agree with Senator Jennifer Bradley's proposed bill to devastate rooftop solar energy in Florida, then vote to re-elect her. If you want to protect solar energy from Senator Bradley, then take one minute to use our form to click-to-tweet your...
New Fossil Gas Energy Plant? No!
November 6, 2021
University of Florida plan for fossil gas energy plant ignores viable solutions to the climate crisis, and is a financial boondoogle likely to leave taxpayers with a stranded asset.
November Elections
October 19, 2021
If you are enthusiastic about our environment, serving as a leader, and making a difference in our local community, then please consider serving on our local SSJ Sierra Club Executive Committe.
Outings Are Coming!
October 19, 2021
Connecting people to the outdoors is what we love to do, Let's start having fun again!
Sierra Club is now allowing small group outings (up to 25 people with masks), and larger groups with approval.
Outings Leaders will soon be certified (or...
Florida Legislative Priorities
October 19, 2021
Climate Change, Land Conservation, Smart Growth, Water Quality and Quantity, Democracy, Empowerment of Local Governments for environmentally appropriate home rule. View this blog post to learn more about Sierra Club Florida's legislative priorities.
Future's So Bright: Good News About Climate
June 3, 2021
Zoom meeting June 3. Recent shifts have been so rapid and so dramatic that most of us aren’t fully aware that the technical and economic barriers that existed in the past are no longer relevant; the only hurdle that remains is political. What does...
As 2021 Hurricane Season Begins: Mutual Aid
June 3, 2021
When disaster strikes, people will want to help. But when it comes to helping a community in crisis, not every response is timely or even appropriate. Here are Sierra Club's recommended guidelines for appropriate (and inappropriate) 'mutual aid'.
Zero Waste Gainesville Update
June 3, 2021
We did it. Gainesville commission votes unanimously to do the right thing. Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) trash collection will continue to encourage households to reduce waste.
Gainesville ICO Update
June 3, 2021
At this time, we do not know if we can resume outings after July 4, but if we can, we may take the High School students from Environmental Ambassadors on an outing at the end of July. We definitely are ready to resume our outings for the fall once...
Explore the Matanzas Inlet
June 2, 2021
This summer, cool off and feel alive again... by exploring the Matanzas Inlet by kayak.