OntheWilderSide

ACT LOCALLY
The lack of leadership on global warming at the federal level is empowering citizens to take action locally. A recent New York Times article described how New Hampshire residents are considering a state referendum to ask the federal government to address the climate change issue. The measure also calls for state solutions for stopping global warming. Organizers hope to force presidential candidates to address the issue during the New Hampshire primary. Hopefully New Hampshire’s efforts will help send a message that change can begin at the local level.

CLICK HERE for more on the New Hampshire citizen effort

GLOBAL WARMING AND KLEENEX
Kimberly-Clark, parent company to Kleenex and Scott brands, refuses to stop using virgin paper fiber from the endangered North American Boreal forests, which represent one quarter of the world’s remaining intact ancient forests, vital to fighting global warming. More than 700 businesses have pledged not to use Kimberly-Clark products, and we encourage Marchers to do the same. We also encourage you to join Greenpeace in taking action, by visiting KleerCut.net and voicing your opposition to Kimberly Clark’s clear-cutting.

CLICK HERE to stop Kimberly-Clark from destroying ancient forests

GUSTER’S CAMPUS CONSCIOUSNESS TOUR
SGW Virtual Marchers Guster again have teamed up with environmental action group Reverb to launch the second annual Campus Consciousness Tour. The band aims to spread environmental awareness and inspire students to get involved with earth-friendly causes. The tour kicks off March 28, 2007 in Winston-Salem, NC at Wake Forest University. For more information about the Campus Consciousness Tour and tour dates, visit http://www.campusconsciousness.org/.

ROCK N RENEW ON THE ROAD
New Virtual Marcher Jonny Dubowsky, lead member of indie band Jonny Lives!, is taking his Rock N Renew effort on the road. Rock N Renew is an educational series for students that examines the topics of global warming. During the band’s upcoming tour, Jonny will be visiting schools in each tour market, and will be utilizing local club venues, promotions and media to help raise awareness about global warming. Great work!

CLICK HERE for more on Rock N Renew and the Jonny Lives! tour

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