
WE BELIEVE IN LOVING OUR EARTH
In UUism, we believe in celebrating and defending the interdependent web of existence. The task of caring for our planet in our current climate, however, can be overwhelming! The UUCA Climate Action Team invites you to join them in saving and savoring the Earth. These tips, musings, and resources make the urgent work of sustainability feel doable and joyful.
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Reconsidering the “rockets’ red glare”
Many Americans celebrated the nation's independence this week. I bet some of you attended a cookout or joined friends for a small town commemoration. Last year, Americans spent a total of $7.7 billion on food and $3.9 billion on alcohol (mostly beer) for July 4th,...

Three groups to help you find your way
After you recognize that denial and succumbing to doomsdayism aren’t great choices, you might be looking for optimistic groups that focus on solutions, support your learning, and offer accessible starting places. There is no shortage of valuable resources and...

Can’t have a CAT without “A”
Nicole Haines and I became co-leaders of the Climate Action Team a year ago. We took the reins from co-leaders Lizanne Moore and Bert Pearce, who kept the group – founded by Pat Russell and Hoke Kimball – working during the pandemic and the transition from Cliff...

How one “Day” spurred a deeper dive
Editor's note:This blog post by CAT member Dr. Parjit Kaur is longer than what we usually publish. Please don't let this deter you from wading in and appreciating the work she has done to provide a valuable summary of global efforts to address the climate crisis. • •...

Get ready for Pollinator Week
It’s hard to believe it’s already June! It seems like I was just digging in on the latest research and recommendations for Pollinator Week 2022, but here we are – back again to celebrate the birds, bees and butterflies! The Pollinator Partnership, which sponsors...

A beginner’s insight brings gratitude
As I am starting my journey with helping the environment (snail's pace or not), I have been thinking: how do I influence others to come along? I had an experience recently that made me think of this differently. I attended a chanting program at my small meditation...

Where we like to go
Atlanta springs are nothing to sneeze at. Well, there's plenty for you allergy sufferers! The weather is pleasant, the canopy overhead is brimming with new growth, and the critters are active. So are the members of the Climate Action Team. Here's a roundup of some of...

Choose to envision what’s possible
At our most recent Climate Action Team meeting, one of our members started the group off with an inspirational reading from Paul Hawken’s Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation. The crux of this initiative? “Our concern is simple: most people in the...

Starting on the journey
So this is my first blog post ever… I would like to share with you my environmental journey, one that is just beginning. It started for me a year and a half ago, when I was challenged by one of my spiritual teachers to become an “Earth Buddy” over Zoom along with...

We want to hear from you
We need you. We need to hear your thoughts and feelings about how we can help our congregation to be better stewards of the earth. We are coming away from all of the festivities and learning opportunities offered by Earth Month, including an inspiring sermon from Rev....
Make an Impact with the Carbon Offset Fund!
When you travel, your trip produces carbon dioxide which ends up increasing global warming. Want to offset your impact? Contribute to COF! Funds are used to implement projects that lower greenhouse gas emissions at UUCA.

Grow your Knowledge with the Lending Library
The Climate Action Team you to browse the 100 titles in its lending library. Select a book to read this summer, then contact the book’s owner via Realm, arrange a time after the service to pick up your book, and dive in! Choices include environmental classics, bestsellers, and recently-published notables.
Be a Change Maker with a COF Grant
Have an idea to make a change at UUCA? The COF grants funds to make projects happen that directly lower the greenhouse gas footprint of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Atlanta. Learn more here and apply today!