Busting the myths: clean energy does work in the cold
We have examples from across the country and worldwide that ought to close the confidence gap once and for all: yes, clean energy technologies work during cold weather.
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Storytelling
“Every crisis is in part a storytelling crisis.
This is as true of climate chaos as anything else.”
This is as true of climate chaos as anything else.”
—Rebecca Solnit, Writer, historian, activist, and editor of Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility
Thanks to decades of work by scientists, climate advocates, and community organizers, more people than ever recognize the climate crisis as a clear and present threat to communities and ecosystems worldwide.
However, the climate movement needs to build more critical mass. We need more people to embrace the clean energy transition as urgent, achievable, and even desirable. We need communities, organizations, and businesses to reduce their gas and oil use and rapidly adopt clean energy solutions. We need climate advocates to share more relatable stories highlighting excitement and human connection over jargon and technicalities. We need a vocal and influential bloc of well-informed policymakers and elected officials to prioritize climate action at every level. Most of all, we need hope.
To meet this moment and help our cause prevail, we're harnessing the power of narrative and storytelling to personalize and transform public perception about the climate crisis and its clean energy solutions.
Kids breathe easier on electric school buses
Kids deserve to breathe clean, unpolluted air. Plenty of ink has already been spilled about the harms of polluted air in homes and classrooms. However, students are still routinely exposed to dirty, polluted air from a source in virtually every school district’s driveway: the school bus.
The Bus Company That Could
How a small business is overcoming bumps on the road to all-electric buses.
The future of GOP climate action, ESG, and big clean trucks
Climate issues made a surprise appearance during the recent GOP Presidential debate. Let's see how the candidates responded.
This Earth Day, hear from different voices 🌍
Nature is a part of our collective home every bit as much as any four walls and a roof, all of which needs recognition and protection.
🎬 Not so "natural" gas?
The fossil fuel industry promotes methane — commonly referred to as "natural gas" — as a safe and healthy source of energy. However, using methane has major negative health and environmental consequences.
🎬 Electric heat pumps are magic
An electric heat pump can help you live in comfort year-round, while also releasing less pollution and saving you money on energy costs.
🎬 Cutting climate pollution from buildings
Homes, offices, and other buildings are a major source of climate and air pollution. Thankfully, the best solutions will save you money on energy costs without sacrificing comfort. Learn more by watching our new video series!
Clean Cars: the West Coast can breathe easier
By 2035, every new car sold in the states of Washington, Oregon, and California will be powered by 100% clean energy.
Clean transportation hits the road in Wenatchee, WA
Our Clean Vehicle showcase featured zero-emission buses, drayage, and garbage trucks.
Freedom from Fossil Fuels: share your story
Climate Solutions has been sharing real, widely available clean energy solutions through our #FreedomFromFossilFuels campaign. Now, we'd like to hear from YOU!
Legacy Solution Stories project (2012-2018)
Story content published between 2012 and 2018 was developed as part of our initial Solutions Stories project. It sought to capture and communicate the success stories on the ground about building a clean energy economy in the Pacific Northwest. The project showcased stories aimed at reaching policymakers and other key audiences that influence those drivers and decision-makers on climate and clean energy policy.
This project was placed on hiatus in 2018, but helped inspire Climate Solutions' present-day storytelling and narrative efforts.
Connect with our storyteller
Have you upgraded your home to all energy-efficient electric appliances?
Is your company transitioning to zero-emission fleet vehicles?
Is your community hungry for some climate hope and optimism?
Our in-house storyteller wants to connect with you!
Email jonathan [dot] lee (at) climatesolutions [dot] org
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