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Admin volunteer opportunities available with the SF Bay Chapter and Marin Group
July 11, 2019
There are currently two open positions for folks looking to get involved in the administrative side of the local Sierra Club: Front Desk Receptionist / Admin / Phonebanking Volunteer at the SF Bay Chapter office in Berkeley, and Sierra Club Marin...
Berkeley poised to become first U.S. city to phase out gas in new construction
July 11, 2019
This Tuesday, July 16th, a groundbreaking ordinance requiring climate-friendly, all-electric new construction in Berkeley will go before the City Council for the first of two public readings.
Richmond "No Coal" ordinance faces a key vote on July 18
July 2, 2019
The community-led campaign to get coal out of Richmond is moving forward. On Thursday, July 18th, the Planning Commission will vote on an ordinance that would phase out current coal and petroleum coke storage and handling at Richmond’s Levin...
Trump administration wants to dredge SF Bay to make room for more oil
June 25, 2019
Public-interest groups including the Sierra Club filed a joint letter Monday with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers strongly warning against efforts to dredge a deeper channel through San Francisco Bay. The Army Corps’ proposal would result in a 13-...
Point Molate supporters win another court victory against City of Richmond
June 24, 2019
Advocates for protecting Richmond's Point Molate as public open space have won another court victory in regard to the City's secretive backroom deal to build at Point Molate for the financial benefit of a private developer.
"No Coal" ordinance headed to a vote in Richmond on July 18 — Join us!
June 24, 2019
On July 18th, the Planning Commission will vote on an ordinance that would phase out current coal and petcoke storage and handling at Richmond’s Levin terminal. Join us for a rally before the hearing, then testify to show your support for an end to...
Yes, there is a climate emergency! (And here's what you can do)
June 20, 2019
Often slipping by with too little notice, communities throughout the world, including here in California, are declaring climate emergencies. While declaring a climate emergency is an extraordinary step, your help is needed to turn such declarations...
Former coal miner advocates a Just Transition at June 17 & 18 events
June 17, 2019
This week, the Bay Area has two chances to hear from Nick Mullins, a former coal miner from southwestern Virginia. After leaving the mines at age 30, Nick embraced a new environmental ethos and became an advocate for a just energy transition for...
Hike 90 Bay Area peaks, claim your prize!
May 31, 2019
Looking for a fun outdoor challenge this summer? Tackle our list of 90 Bay Area peak hikes highlighting the spectacular geographic diversity of our region. Each of the "Nifty 90" peaks on our list is accessible via public land — and they’re often...
Unpacking myths about housing development in the Bay Area
May 31, 2019
The nine-county Bay Area, currently home to 7.7 million people, is projected to add another 2 million new residents by 2040. This growth has brought up legitimate concerns such as displacement, water scarcity, traffic, and threats to local control...