International Day of Climate Action: October 24th, 2009
Why It Matters
The scientific consensus is that the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere cannot exceed 350 ppm in the long term if we are to sustain a planet similar to the one we know and to which life on Earth is adapted. Currently, the CO2 in the atmosphere measures well above 350 ppm. The United Nations Climate Change Conference is coming up in Copenhagen this December, and we need the decision makers to know that we are committed to this reduction in greenhouse gases.
Get Involved
Sponsored by 350.org, the International Day of Climate Action is coming up! Almost 100 Unitarian Universalist (UU) congregations are participating (PDF) in actions all over the country to bring education and awareness to the issue climate change. They are sharing photos and stories to demonstrate to key decision makers how many people are committed to reducing carbon dioxide levels to 350 ppm. Join the action! Afterwards, don't forget to tell us how it went. Email environment @ uua.org.
Other Resources
- Read more about UU participation in the International Day of Climate Action on the UU Ministry for Earth website.
- UU Minister Rev. Fred Small wrote the song “Three Five O” for people to sing on this day. You can:
- Watch the music video online.
- Listen to the song in English (MP3) and Spanish (MP3).
- Download the words and chords (Word).
- Download the lead sheet (PDF) and/or sheet music (PDF), arranged by Jim Scott. Please acknowledge Fred Small and Jim Scott if you use the song.
For more information contact environment @ uua.org.
Last updated on Friday, October 23, 2009.
