Event: Green Jobs Now National Day of Action Sept. 27

[REPOST from 1Sky Washington]

Are you ready to make our fossil fuel economy a thing of the past? We are! But, we simply don’t have people trained to do what’s it’s going to take. And, it’s going to take A LOT of people – people to install wind turbines, solar panels, insulate our homes-the list goes on and on. So right now, it’s up to us to make it absolutely clear to our decision-makers: we’re ready to kick-start a clean energy economy!

On Saturday, September 27th, let’s make that message clear! Join with folks in your community, and tens of thousands of people across the country for Green Jobs Now: A Day to Build the New Economy.

Sign up now to start an event near you on 9/27: http://events.greenjobsnow.com/signup/1sky

On this day of action, we can make it clear to state legislative candidates: We’re READY to build an inclusive green economy and we expect our state’s elected officials to lead the way! Whether it’s through a gathering of friends at a house party or a rally of folks ready for green jobs, your event can keep the pressure on our leaders to make green jobs a priority. In order to build a strong clean energy economy here in Washington, we need trained green collar workers. A state law passed in 2008 created a new green jobs training program, but that program needs to be funded in 2009. With decisive action now, we can position Washington as a clean energy leader.

Sign up to start planning an event in your community! http://events.greenjobsnow.com/signup/1sky

Climate change is one of greatest challenges we face in our lifetimes. Solving it the right way will transform our economy for the better, and create a better future for our children.

Let’s get started now.

Thanks for all you do!

Andrea

PS. Not sure what to plan? Check out some of the events already being organized and get answers to questions http://www.greenjobsnow.com/hq

1Sky Washington is a campaign led by Climate Solutions and Washington Environmental Council working with partners across the state to pass strong policies to reduce global warming pollution, decrease our dependence on fossil fuels, and transition Washington to a clean energy economy. To learn more about how to make climate change a priority this election season click here!