Elders Climate Action
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We are elders who care about the future and are determined to do all we can to leave a sustainable planet for future generations. 🌎💚 linktr.ee/EldersClimateAction
Shoutout to retired nurse and ECA volunteer Jill for speaking up about the dangers of extreme heat for older adults. Jill helped find the venue for the presser then wrote and delivered a strong speech that drew attention and praise!
Congress should invest in affordable clean energy, not spend $700 million in taxpayer dollars propping up aging coal plants. Tell your members of Congress to reject this coal industry bailout and support a healthier, cleaner future: actionnetwork.org/petitions/st...
After decades of decline, mangroves are making a comeback thanks to dedicated conservation efforts. These powerful ecosystems store carbon, protect coastlines, and strengthen community resilience. www.anthropocenemagazine.org/2026/06/mang...
Tell Leaders Jeffries, Schumer, and Congress to meet this moment by making climate action and clean energy a top priority. Hold polluters accountable. Stand up for science. Protect our communities. Send your message to Congress today: actionnetwork.org/petitions/we...
John Hartz, a member of the ECA community, recently passed away. He was a contributor to social media, and will be remembered for his inquisitive nature, passionate commitment to climate science, ensuring accessible information, and promoting advocacy for climate solutions.
People want strong environmental protections. Voters overwhelmingly support strengthening the EPA and believe protecting public health should come before reducing regulatory costs. Clean air, clean water, and healthy communities matter.
The Trump administration has abandoned its legal fight against wind energy in what many are calling a significant victory for the clean energy transition. Learn more: insideclimatenews.org/news/1506202...
This Fourth of July, we celebrate 250 years of democracy with purpose. Gather, reflect, take action, and make your celebration count, whether that means starting a conversation, visiting a local historic site, or helping someone engage in civic life.
The EPA is proposing to delay the strongest-ever vehicle emissions standards rules designed to cut harmful tailpipe pollution from cars, trucks, and other vehicles. Submit a comment and tell the EPA to protect clean air: www.votervoice.net/CLIMATE/Camp... Deadline: July 6
ECA OR celebrated its 350th Climate Strike. At a city council meeting, Mike reminded leaders that young people care deeply about the future of our planet and deserve a seat at the table. He urged the creation of a Youth Climate Advisory Committee so youth voices are heard.
High school students developed a low-cost filtration system that removes up to 96% of microplastics from drinking water, showing that climate and environmental solutions come from all generations. #ClimateHope #CleanWater
Today’s the day! The deadline to comment on coal ash protections is here. No expertise needed. Add your voice before comments close tonight: actionnetwork.org/petitions/do...
The EPA is considering a proposal that could let polluters begin construction without permits meant to protect communities from harmful air pollution. Send a quick comment today: actionnetwork.org/petitions/do... Deadline: June 29
🚨 The coal ash comment deadline is extended to June 29. Our voices matter now more than ever. No expertise needed, add your comment today: actionnetwork.org/petitions/do...
TONIGHT turn learning into action. Join us to explore how to advocate for healthier communities in a changing climate and leave with tools and a plan to take action locally. 🕖 7 PM ET | 4 PM PT Register: bit.ly/intergenpt2
The coal ash comment deadline has been extended to June 29, 2026. The coal industry asked for more time to organize support for this repeal which means public comments matter now more than ever. Comment today: actionnetwork.org/petitions/do...
Today is #ShowYourStripes Day - a global moment to highlight the reality and urgency of the climate crisis. The "warming stripes" from @UniOfReading help us see global temperatures are rising dangerously fast, making the case that our #ClimateCantWait.
In honor of Intergenerational Month, members of our Virginia and Maryland Chapters joined The Global Co Lab Network event to celebrate youth changemakers and the power of generations working together for a healthier, more sustainable future. #intergenerational #unconference
TONIGHT join an interactive conversation on climate, health, and community, sharing hope and solutions across generations. 🕖 7 PM ET | 4 PM PT Register: bit.ly/intergenpt1
ECA staff member, Paloma, joined partners at the Museum of Unnatural Disasters in DC to spotlight a growing reality: heat is arriving earlier, lasting longer, and hitting harder. Learn more: www.actonclimate.com/museum-of-un...
Coal ash contaminates our water and air with toxic chemicals like arsenic, lead, and radium and now the EPA is proposing to roll back critical safeguards. Speak out to protect our communities by submitting a public comment TODAY: actionnetwork.org/petitions/do...
In the D.C. area from 6/3- 6/14? The Museum of Unnatural Disasters opens on the National Mall tracing how climate change is turning sunny days into increasingly extreme, dangerous and unnatural ones.#ActOnClimate
Join us on June 16 and 23 at 7 PM ET to engage in climate and health dialogue across generations in order to gain a deeper understanding of the impact that climate change has on each of us and learn how you can take action for your community. Register: www.eldersclimateaction.org/events
In the D.C. area from 6/3- 6/14? The Museum of Unnatural Disasters opens on the National Mall tracing how climate change is turning sunny days into increasingly extreme, dangerous and unnatural ones.#ActOnClimate
Generations are coming together for climate action during the 5th annual Intergenerational Month kickoff. Our friends at Moms Clean Air Force are hosting a live Justice in Every Breath conversation tonight at 7 PM ET. Don’t miss this powerful discussion: bit.ly/jieb-eca
Big Oil is asking Congress for a get-out-of-jail-free card. We can’t let that happen. Join us in calling on members of Congress to take a stand and say NO immunity for Big Oil: secure.everyaction.com/oI4d4OGLbUim...
Climate action grows stronger when generations come together. Join our friends at Moms Clean Air Force for a live conversation launching the 5th annual Intergenerational Month as part of their Justice in Every Breath series. Tune in June 3 at 7 PM ET: bit.ly/jieb-eca
Years of investment in green infrastructure are paying off in the Nordic countries, helping drive electricity costs down to nearly zero in some cases. Learn more: atmos.earth/climate-solu... #RenewableEnergy #GreenInfrastructure #NordicCountries
Shoutout to our ECA Oregon chapter who joined Florence Indivisible in the Rhody Days Parade to stand up for our climate, our democracy, and future generations. It was a day of generations uniting together around protecting the planet we all share!