“We stand now where two roads diverge. But unlike the roads in Robert Frost’s familiar poem, they are not equally fair. The road we have long been traveling is deceptively easy, a smooth superhighway on which we progress with great speed, but at its end lies disaster. The other fork of the road — the one less traveled by — offers our last, our only chance to reach a destination that assures the preservation of the earth.” -Rachel Carson
ACTION OF THE MONTH: Sign up to join EARTH DAY LIVE, a 72-hour virtual event April 22-24 with three days of actions to Strike, Divest & Vote! Click here to sign up!
50 Years of Earth Day
On April 22, 2020, Earth Day turns fifty. A day that should see us in the streets and parks and on campuses, connecting with each other in celebration for a common goal, will be eerily overshadowed by a worldwide health crisis. We will, however, gather on-line for a three-day marathon of action! Hopefully, we will also take time to reflect on the parallels between the two crises. Learn more!
Earth Day Founder’s Visionary Speech
Senator Gaylord Nelson’s profound inspiration still rings true fifty-years later. Substitute some numbers or place names and his words on peace, justice and sustainability are just as relevant today with even greater urgency. Read it here!
How to Celebrate Earth Week
Just because we are social-distancing, doesn’t mean we aren’t celebrating Earth Month! Learn about the exciting virtual events planned in Colorado and nationally. Join a virtual rally, make inspiring art, or learn something new on a webinar. Learn more!
Upcoming Events & Actions
- April 10-18 – 2nd Annual Online Earth Week Summit
- April 17-25 – Earth Week 2020: Virtual Activities
- April 22 – STRIKE
- April 23 – DIVEST
- April 24 – VOTE
- Please view our full calendar to join local team meetings, committee conference calls & more
Movement Moments – News, Tips & Tricks
CLIMATE HERO OF THE MONTH
Celebrating the hard work and dedication of our high school intern Sophie Chivers! READ MORE
INTERGALACTIC BATTLES – THE STORY OF WHY EARTH WANTED TO GET TRASHED
Put a smile on your face this April Fools Day with this fun satire story about the Earth’s creation! Thousands of years of wars produced Planet Earth. This was just the beginning though, the biggest battle of all time was still to be had. But first, a time for rest and the creation of humans. Can they help Mother Earth in building her defense for the Intergalactic Battles or will they foil her plans? LEARN MORE
TIPS FOR TEACHING KIDS ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE
Learn how to foster your child’s love for the earth and help them feel empowered in the face of an uncertain future. READ MORE.
CELEBRATE OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Over the last 10 years, 350 Colorado has grown to become Colorado’s largest grassroots movement dedicated to solving the climate crisis. Check out this timeline to help us celebrate some of our many accomplishments and honor the hard work of our staff, board, and volunteers. LEARN MORE
TIP & TRICKS: FIVE ENVIRONMENTAL CLASSICS TO READ FOR EARTH DAY
At home with nothing to do? That’s our 21st-century challenge! Hiking, nature observation, gardening, building community… Read these classics on your couch, for inspiration on how to social-distance it through the 50th Earth Day anniversary and beyond. We can do this! GET THE LIST.
CLIMATE ACTIVISM IN THE WAKE OF COVID-19: AN UPDATE FROM 350 COLORADO
We are working to proactively respond with public health and safety as a top priority. For all of us working to address the climate crisis, this pandemic serves as a strong reminder both about likely challenges that lie ahead in our collective response to climate change and also our ability to act quickly for the greater good when we must. READ MORE.
Until We Win– Fossil fuel companies are taking advantage of the COVID-19 crisis by pausing protective rulemaking and continuing to ramp up extraction. Donate to support our continued efforts to protect our planet and communities. Click here to donate!