Governor Newsom Continues To Push Climate Change Agenda

In an effort to convince more Californians that their existence is killing planet Earth, California Governor Gavin Newsom flew all the way to New York to participate in Climate Week. He is supporting a new state initiative aimed at mobilizing one million Californians to take climate action at home and in their neighborhoods to help mitigate the harm they are causing by eating, drinking, traveling anywhere, and buying everyday items like food, clothing or anything that comes in a bag or a box or some type of exterior wrapping.

The initiative is called Climate Action Counts.

So what can you do specifically?

Here are the recommendations from the California Climate Action Corps.

Reduce waste: Donate, upcycle and thrift.

Compost food scraps: Toss in your green bin or compost in your yard.

Support local farmers: Shop at local farmers markets or join a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture).

Green your ride: Walk, bike, use public transit, carpool whenever you can – or consider a zero-emission vehicle.

Get planting: Plant trees and native plants or start a community garden.

Be disaster ready: Be prepared for wildfire and extreme heat.

Save energy, water and money: Use a smart thermostat, conserve water and capture savings.

Discover nature: Enjoy nature at your local parks and trails.

Tell a friend: Encourage your friends and family to take part in Climate Action Counts.

Get connected: Sign up to serve or volunteer in your community!

Recycle symbol made from water, leaf and cloud sky.

Photo from Alpha Media Portland OR