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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.
Solutions to the climate crisis are better and cheaper than ever
June 2, 2021
Was Chicken Little right? Is the sky falling?
Fortunately, recent changes give reason for hope, and solutions to the climate crisis are better and cheaper than ever.
Initiative for Energy Justice
June 2, 2021
Check out this useful Energy Scorecard. The transition to renewables is an opportunity to bring new jobs, lower electricity costs, and increase disaster resilience, but only if we plan for it!
Video: Gainesville 100%
June 1, 2021
Watch UF student Patrick Gilmartin’s video on Gainesville Ready for 100% Clean Renewable Energy