In coordination with hundreds of global events, New Yorkers urge Cuomo, all elected officials to walk the talk on climate before the California-based Global Climate Action Summit
New York, NY — Exactly two weeks from today, thousands of New Yorkers will hold the Rise for Climate, Jobs, and Justice march on Thursday, September 6 in New York City. In coordination with hundreds events across the U.S. and around the world, the over 85 endorsing groups are calling on Governor Andrew Cuomo, Mayor Bill de Blasio, and all elected officials to commit to making New York a real climate leader ahead of the California-based Global Climate Action Summit.
The New York City rally will kick off nearly a dozen actions across the state planned for September 8, underscoring New York’s responsibility to walk the talk on bold and meaningful climate action. Participants are calling on Governor Cuomo and New York’s officials to build a fossil free New York through: (1) a just transition to 100% renewables now; (2) stopping all fossil fuel infrastructure, including fracked gas projects; and (3) making corporate polluters pay.
What: New York Rise for Climate, Jobs, and Justice march and rally
When: Thursday, September 6 at 5:30pm EST.
Distributed events across New York state & around the world on September 8.
Where: Meet at Battery Park. Exact route TBA.
Who: Community organizations, faith-based groups, labor unions, climate and environmental justice groups, youth movements, and more!
To date, over 85 groups have endorsed. Full list here.
Visuals: Powerful art, posters, flags, puppets, banners, song, music. Upcoming open art builds happening August 23, August 28, and September 1. Contact lindsay@350.org for interest in attending an art build.
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Contact: Lindsay Meiman, lindsay@350.org, + 1 (347) 460-9082
For more on #RiseNY FAQ and spokespeople, check out this Media Pack.
For more on the Rise for Climate global day of action, visit: riseforclimate.org