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We're All Climate Activists Now!

Eighth Annual MCAN Conference brings together more than 300 residents, community organizers, scientists, and local government staff to act on global warming

When: Sunday, November 15, 2009 - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Where: Stata Center, MIT, 32 Vassar Street, Cambridge, MA

BOSTON, MA, September 28, 2009 ~ Every resident of Massachusetts (and our planet) needs to take rapid and significant action on the global warming crisis that threatens us all. For eight years MCAN's annual climate action conference has given hundreds of residents and others the tools to lead a community-based fight to deal with climate change. This year's event, at MIT's Stata Center on November 15, will feature 15 solution-focused workshops and opportunities for participants to present their own fresh ideas. Keynote speakers will include Gina McCarthy, the Assistant Administrator of the Office of Air and Radiation at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Since 2000, MCAN has brought together a unique combination of resident-activists, content experts and political leaders. The annual conference has come to be a highly regarded and anticipated gathering, known for both quality content and inspiration.

The 15 workshops that are available this year will include sessions for beginners as well as seasoned activists and municipal leaders. Topics range from 'Renewable Energy at Home' to 'Tech Tools for Activism.' Presenters will explain emerging scientific approaches to climate change, policy issues, and nuts-and-bolts necessities for community organizers, such as ways to maintain motivation among volunteers.

We are sensitive to the still-difficult economic conditions in the Commonwealth. With the generous support of several sponsors, we have reduced the conference fees this year, including a very competitive scholarship rate for students. Lunch will be provided at no additional cost. Register at:
http://massclimateaction.net/conference/2009-conference.html

Organizers: The Massachusetts Climate Action Network (MCAN) is a coalition of locally organized groups fighting the climate crisis. We do this by promoting carbon-reducing practices in our homes and communities; supporting MCAN chapters and allied organizations to grow a focused statewide movement; and communicating policy to members and leveraging our collective voice at the state level. The MIT Energy Initiative is an Institute-wide initiative designed to help transform the global energy system to meet the needs of the future and to help build a bridge to that future by improving today's energy systems.

Contact: Rob Garrity, 617-515-0600, rob.garrity@massclimateaction.net