More On Global Warming

I thought some of you may enjoy these as an add-on to the Movie last month.  A number of you have asked that we schedule a follow-up discussion.  I will send out information on that soon. 

Rob

** Can you commit to finding 10 friends to send a message to Congress demanding immediate action on global warming?

Ask them to visit:

http://algore.com/cards.html

http://www.commondreams.org/views07/0220-20.htm

** Gaia Theory Program Announced

Implications for Energy, Global Warming and Other Challenges

Join Martin Ogle, Chief Naturalist from the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, for a multi-media presentation exploring the Gaia Theory.  The value of the science and the metaphor of the Gaia Theory will be discussed, especially with regards to energy issues and global warming.  According to a program coordinator at Borders Books, this is “fascinating material, expertly presented, and a Smithsonian Associates participant reflected that the program was a “superior presentation."  This program, suitable for scientists and non-scientists alike, will be held at the Alexandria Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St, Alexandria at 7 PM on Tuesday, March 6, and is part of the “2007 Lyceum Science Series.”

            The Gaia Theory is the scientific explanation of how our planet functions as a single living and self-regulating system.  Rocks, soil, oceans, atmosphere and living things are all seamlessly connected in a manner that allows, for instance, our planet to maintain stable temperatures despite the fact that our sun heats up over time. 

            The program, part of the “2007 Lyceum Science Series,” is open to adults and youth age 14 and older.  Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling 703-528-5406.        

Place:  Alexandria Lyceum, 201 S Washington St, Alexandria.  Part of the “2007 Lyceum Science  Series”

Date and Time:  Tuesday, March 6, 7 PM

Cost:                    FREE

Contact:               Phone: 703/528-5406

                             e-mail:  Potomac@NVRPA.org

** P&P's Climate Action Project

Mission Statement:
The Politics and Prose Climate Action Project seeks ways of abating global warming as individuals, in communities and through political action. Our program includes practical steps to reduce energy use through conservation and energy efficiency.

Read More: http://www.politics-prose.com/climateaction.htm

Politics and Prose Climate Change Teach-In
March 17 -18, 2007

5 pm on Saturday, March 17
Keynote Speaker Tim Flannery, author of The Weather Makers: The History and Future Impact of Climate Change

11- 4 on Sunday, March 18
Teach-In and Resource Fair

Resource Fair
Buy compact florescent bulbs
Find out what resources there are in the community to become energy efficient
Learn what actions are being taken politically that you can become involved in

Panel 12 noon
What can you do as an individual to reduce your “carbon footprint”?
Speakers will outline how each individual can take steps.

Panel 2 pm
What are the legislative initiatives being undertaken at the local, state, and national level to reduce carbon dioxide?
Speakers will discuss what political activities are underway and how you might join in.

Politics and Prose Climate Action Project began in the summer of 2006 after several authors, among them Jared Diamond (Collapse), and Elizabeth Kolbert, (Field Notes from a Catastrophe) spoke at the store.

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