The People’s Justice Council
The People’s Justice Council is led by pastors, community organizers, and working professionals to create an equitable, sustainable, and just world.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Better Brazoria: Clean Air & Water
Better Brazoria: Clean Air & Water supports residents of Brazoria County by watchdogging petrochemical companies trying to export liquid “natural” gas.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Society of Native Nations
SSN works to recognize the existence of Native peoples in Texas, and contest the petrochemical buildout from the Permian Basin to the Gulf Coast.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Carrizo Comecrudo Tribe of Texas
The Carrizo Comecrudo Tribe travels throughout Texas, monitoring pipelines, disposal wells, ongoing border wall construction, and fracking/flaring violations.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Rio Grande International Study Center
RGISC conducts independent research and community education to steward the environmental preservation and restoration of the Rio Grande Basin.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
People’s Justice Council (PJC)
PJC organizes not-for-profit electric co-ops around Montgomery to avoid monopolized utility and grow constituency around energy and environmental justice.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Oregon Just Transition Alliance (OJTA)
Oregon Just Transition Alliance had three significant policy gains over the second half of 2022 due to strategic and tactical grassroots advocacy efforts.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Rio Grande International Study Center
RGISC conducts independent research and community education to steward the environmental preservation and restoration of the Rio Grande Basin.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Mississippi Communities United for Prosperity
MCUP is examining the feasibility of Duck Hill developing a solar and wind park to convert the town to 100% electric and renewable energy.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Miami Climate Alliance
The Miami Climate Alliance works across three areas: climate and health, energy justice, and advancing The Gulf South for a Green New Deal.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
South Carolina Interfaith Power and Light
SCIPL develops programming and resources around food insecurity, high energy bills, electric vehicle infrastructure, and resilience hubs.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Beyond Toxics
Beyond Toxics is fighting the fracking industry, educating Lane County residents on climate and fossil fuels, and advocating for renewable energy projects.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Youth vs The Apocalypse (YVA)
YVA uses Zoom to both build community and practice key leadership skills from strategic planning to giving interviews to social media strategies.
Climate Justice, Issue Areas
Carrizo Comecrudo Tribe of Texas
The Carrizo Comecrudo Tribe travels throughout Texas, monitoring pipelines, disposal wells, ongoing border wall construction, and fracking/flaring violations.
International, Paris Agreement
COP28: Issues and Expected Storylines
COP28 Storylines Last updated: November 20, 2023 The United Arab Emirates will host the 28th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai, from Thursday, Nov 30 to Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023. Global leaders, environmental advocates, the private …
International, International Climate Finance, International Cooperation, Paris Agreement
COP 28 – Climate finance in the spotlight at COP28
Background: Climate finance is a cornerstone in the global response to climate change, essential for mitigation efforts to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions and adaptation measures that prepare communities for the effects of a changing climate. The challenge is immense: achieving …
International, Paris Agreement
COP28 – Health Imperatives for COP28
Background: COP28 is set to take a groundbreaking step by integrating health as a core theme of climate discussions. Recognizing the severe and direct impact of climate change on global health, COP28 has dedicated December 3rd as Health Day. This …
International, Paris Agreement
COP28 Narrative: The climate crisis is a fossil fuel crisis.
GENERAL CONTEXT Climate change impacts are escalating: The climate crisis increasingly affects all aspects of human life, including food access, health, and habitation. This year, the world endured the hottest three-month stretch on record – a record that is expected …
International, Paris Agreement
COP28 – Global Stocktake on Paris Agreement Progress
Background: COP28 will host a critical discussion on the first-ever global stocktake, evaluating collective progress towards the Paris Agreement’s goals. The September 2023 synthesis report of the global stocktake technical dialogue by the UNFCCC crystallizes the sobering reality of the …
Energy, Issue Areas
Why the Rise in Offshore Wind Costs is Temporary
Despite the short-term concerns, the offshore wind sector is well positioned to weather the challenges and come out delivering affordable, reliable energy along with myriad climate, health, and economic benefits as the U.S. industry matures.