The New York State Coalition of Climate Reality Project Chapters

is a group that was set up with the purpose to connect members across the state for joint action and friendship. In addition to coordinating an annual retreat, the coalition has several working groups which leverage our scale at the state level.

 
 
 

working groups

The New York State Coalition Working Groups are open to all members of the Climate Reality Project in New York State. Participation in these groups is an exciting way to find inspiration and to act on your passion to fight the climate crisis. They are also an opportunity to meet interesting and friendly chapter members from all over New York State.

  • The Advocacy Working Group’s initial objective was to lobby the Biden Administration to pass meaningful climate policy.

    We made a lot of progress on this objective through the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, and to a lesser extent the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill and the CHIPS Act which all included the strongest climate legislation in history. We played our part in this effort by lobbying almost every House Representative and both Senators, some several times. We have made a significant effort lobbying Congressional members on the Farm Bill due to the impact the Bill has on climate-related issues.

    The group is now more focused on New York State legislation and is advocating for the implementation of the CLCPA, New York’s historic climate law. This law is just a framework, and now we are lobbying to get the NY government to pass the necessary laws to enact this landmark law.

    The Advocacy working group chair meets on Fridays from 10-11am. If you are interested in joining, please contact Suzie Ross @ suzie.e.ross@gmail.com.

  • The Social Media working group develops content for social media platforms that amplifies Climate Reality Project’s message.

    The working group is searching for new members that can contribute to this invaluable work. If you are interested in joining, please contact Shelby Kislowski @ shelbykislowski@outlook.com

  • If you'd like to join the Retreat Planning Working Group, email Maura at mcnultymaura49@gmail.com.

 
 

Climate Reality NYS Coalition 7th Annual Retreat

📅 July 16–19 at Hobart & William Smith Colleges in Geneva, NY. Join us in the scenic Finger Lakes on the campus of Hobart and William Smith Colleges! You’ll meet colleagues from across the state as we discuss the current climate situation and what we can continue to do about it. It’s a great opportunity to get away, get re-energized, learn new things, and spend time with old friends and make new ones. There will be informal gatherings on Thursday & Friday. The main workshops and activities will be on Saturday & Sunday. The retreat always includes inspiring guest speakers! Watch this video to hear why you should attend this year!

Getting there: We’re working on organizing a few carpools & other transportation options. If you have a car and are willing to bring a few folks, please add your vehicle! If you’d like to attend but need a ride, join the waitlist.

Below are some photos from our retreats at the Ashokan Center in the Catskills.