NCCCA Disruptive Energy Futures

Can we prosper while mitigating the climate crisis? An energy revolution is underway - Radical transformations in building design, mobility, industrial processes, and electricity generation are poised to bring about stunning opportunities to build a durable economy with well-paying jobs and equity for all — meanwhile dramatically reducing GHG emissions which are harming our health and climate. We have the technology and resources. Can we summon the political will to act? Please join us for an Eye Opening Presentation by renowned Physicist Amory Lovins who will discuss how unexpected developments in advanced energy efficiency and renewables will accelerate the transformation Read More ...

NCCCA “Other Side of the Hill” Documentary

Rural Perspectives on a Changing Climate OTHER SIDE OF THE HILL explores the impacts of a changing climate in rural Eastern Oregon - as seen through the eyes of local leaders on the ground. From innovative timber operations to large scale solar, our film amplifies the voices of rural communities often left unheard, and shines a light on stories of progress and hope. In a time of perceived cultural divide between rural and urban, left and right, young and old, we discover common ground in an urgency to address a changing landscape. Screening Window - Aug 18-20, 2021Panelist Event - Read More ...

Alta Vista Gardens Pond Maintenance

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, California, United States

Please join fellow NCCCA volunteers in maintaining the beautiful Pond Garden at the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens. The NCCCA is part of the Adopt-a-Garden program and our volunteers will meet twice monthly to clip, trim, plant and maintain a chosen garden within the Gardens. Please bring garden gloves and hedge clippers if you have them. Let's commune with nature and familiar faces in one of the most beautiful places in Vista. Meet Suzanne Ryan or Carole at the entrance to the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens at 9:30 am or drop in anytime to help between 9:30 am -12 pm. If Read More ...

Planet Rehab With Founder, Gary Mitchell

Environmental Education • Habitat Protection • Species Propagation PLANET REHAB is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the planet's ecosystems, propagating endangered species, and providing education on the current challenges that our planet faces. WHY DO WE EXIST? The Earth is under siege - threats to fragile ecosystems are everywhere. We are currently losing approximately 150-200 species of plants and animals every single day! We have managed to speed up the natural extinction rate by about 1,000 percent! It is time to heal the Earth - and we need your help! Register here in advance for this meeting After registering, Read More ...