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1SKY is dedicated to magnifying the climate change movement into a society-wide mobilization by communicating a positive vision and passing a coherent set of national policies by 2009. We must mobilize new participants to join the movement, including great representation from a wide swath of communities. The policies we promote will create 5 million green jobs providing pathways out of poverty, reduce carbon emissions by at least 25% by 2020 and at least 80% by 2050, and end the creation of new coal plants.

It's not possible to be green without focusing on our energy use because energy production and use account for more than 80% of pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Energy efficiency is the quickest, cheapest, cleanest way to improve our environment and increase our nation's energy supplies. Energy efficiency reduces your energy bills as well as our nation's energy usage and dependence on foreign oil and improves the air we breathe, our respiratory health, and the world we leave behind. view issue

Climate change will have a big impact on the availability of clean water. More frequent and intense droughts and storms will mean less water at times, and more pollution at others. The impacts of global warming could destroy rivers' abilities to provide clean water, benefit local economies, and support wildlife. To ensure that we have enough water to go around, even during times of scarcity, we have to be smarter and more efficient about how we use water. view issue

As You Sow is one of the nation's leading practitioners of shareholder advocacy. For over a decade we have utilized the power of stock ownership in publicly traded companies to encourage more progressive environmental and social policies. We build shareholder coalitions, engage in company dialogue, file shareholder resolutions, create business cases to educate investors, company management and proxy analysts, conduct solicitation and media campaigns to mobilize resolution votes, and consult with organizations on how to align investments and mission. view issue

The Center for a New American Dream helps individuals and institutions consume responsibly for a better world. Live consciously, buy wisely, and make a difference. Improving the quality of your life by making smarter choices as a consumer has never been more important. And we all need to remember that every dollar spent (or not) is a vote for the environment and every purchase has an impact on our planet. view issue

The Center for Biological Diversity believes that the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature - to a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. We work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters, and climate that species need to survive.

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The True Food Network is the grassroots action arm of the Center for Food Safety, a national nonprofit public interest and environmental organization focused on challenging harmful food production technologies and promoting sustainable alternatives through legal actions, policy analysis, and grassroots citizen action.

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Center for Health, Environment & Justice mentors a movement building healthier communities by empowering people to prevent harm for as many people as possible. CHEJ empowers groups by providing the tools, direction, and encouragement they need to promote human health and environmental integrity. Following her successful effort to prevent further harm for people living in contaminated Love Canal, Lois Gibbs founded CHEJ to continue the journey. CHEJ has assisted over 10,000 groups nationwide.

Co-Op America has been pioneering the green economy since 1982-helping millions of people live greener lives, stopping corporate abuse, building fair trading systems, ending sweatshops, fighting climate change, and doing much, much more to create a world that is both socially just and environmentally sustainable. view issue

Defenders of Wildlife works to strengthen America's national wildlife refuge system, the world's largest network of protected areas dedicated to wildlife conservation. Refuges are threatened by everything from global warming to development. There are various ways that you can help safeguard these special places. The easiest: visit a refuge near you and see for yourself exactly what national wildlife refuges have to offer animals, plants and, yes, even people. view issue

Earth Island Institute.
While there have bee some victories, whales and dolphins around the world are still at great risk. Some countries still hunt them, while new environmental perils have come to the front, such as pollution and destructive fishing techniques. We hope you'll get involved as a whale watcher and dolphin scout and connect with us for other ways to save whales and dolphins and protect their marine homes for future generations. view issue

Earthjustice. Mercury is a dangerous pollutant that even in small doses can harm young children and their ability to walk, talk, read, write and learn. Power plants are major mercury polluters, but cement kilns, steel mills, and other industrial facilities are part of problem as well. Earthjustice represents many different advocacy groups in court to guarantee that the EPA follows the law and cleans up our air and water. view issue

Earthworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting communities and the environment from the destructive impacts of mineral development, in the U.S. and worldwide. We fulfill our mission by working with communities and grassroots groups to reform government policies, improve corporate practices, influence investment decisions, and encourage responsible materials sourcing and consumption. view issue

Eco-Cycle Methane is a greenhouse gas 72 times more potent than CO2 over a 20-year period. The #1 source of manmade methane is landfills, where biodegradable materials such as paper, food and yard waste decompose anaerobically, (without air). Keeping organics out of landfills is essential to a Zero Waste future and the cheapest and easiest way to immediately reduce a community's global warming impact and return valuable nutrients to the soil. view issue

Environmental Concern promotes public understanding and stewardship of wetlands with the goal of improving water quality and enhancing nature's habitat through wetland outreach and education, native species horticulture, and the restoration, construction, and enhancement of wetlands. view issue

The Environmental Law & Policy Center is the Midwest's leading public interest environmental advocacy organization working to achieve cleaner energy resources and implement sustainable energy strategies, promote innovative and efficient transportation and land use approaches that produce cleaner air and more jobs, and develop sound environmental management practices that conserve natural resources and improve the quality of life in our communities. view issue

For decades, scientists have been studying pollution in our air, water and food. Now they're taking a closer look at the industrial chemicals found in people and all other life on Earth, and the findings are startling: Hundreds of toxic compounds building up in our bodies with harmful or unknown effects. How can you reduce your family's chemical body burden and protect the planet? view issue

Food & Water Watch. Food & Water Watch is a nonprofit consumer organization that works to ensure clean water and safe food. They challenge the corporate control and abuse of our food and water resources by empowering people to take action and by transforming the public consciousness about what we eat and drink.
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The FoodRoutes Conservancy is a national nonprofit working to support, conserve, and restore our nation's local food systems. Buy fresh, buy local, and support a sustainable food system that will feed us for generations to come.

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Friends of the Earth is the U.S. voice of an influential, international network of grassroots groups in 70 countries. Founded in San Francisco in 1969 by David Brower, Friends of the Earth has for decades been at the forefront of high-profile efforts to create a more healthy, just world. Our members were the founders of what is now the worlds largest federation of democratically elected environmental groups, Friends of the Earth International. view issue

Green for All has a simple but ambitious mission: to help build a green economy strong enough to lift people out of poverty. By advocating for a national commitment to job training, employment,and entrepreneurial opportunities in the emerging green economy-especially for people from disadvantaged communities-we fight both poverty and pollution at the same time. view issue

Greenpeace has been defending our oceans, winning bans on incineration at sea, ocean dumping, and high seas drift nets for 35 years. But today our oceans are in crisis, facing threats such as factory fishing, global warming, and pollution. Join us as we work to create marine reserves from Alaska's Bering Sea to the High Seas, and to stem the tide of plastic waste flooding into our oceans. view issue

The Institute for Local Self Reliance. Since 1974, ILSR has been working to enable communities with tools to increase economic effectiveness, reduce waste, decrease environmental impact, and provide for local ownership of the infrastructure and resources essential for community well-being. view issue

Interfaith Power and Light is an interfaith ministry devoted to deepening the connection between ecology and faith. Our goal is to help people of faith recognize and fulfill their responsibility for the stewardship of creation. Specifically, the Interfaith Power and Light campaign is mobilizing a national religious response to global warming while promoting renewable energy, energy efficiency and conservation.

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The National Campaign for Sustainable Agriculture gets people involved in shaping a healthy, sustainable food system. We help you broaden your impact by bringing your ideas to the federal policy level that regulates the way food is produced. We have worked on every stage of the National Organic Program, from the first legislation, to the regulations that keep it honest; among many other critical issues we work on are renewable energy, sustainable livestock, and commodity policy reform.

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Oceana campaigns to protect and restore the oceans, which cover 71 percent of the world's surface. We fight to win specific and concrete policy changes to reduce pollution and prevent the irreversible collapse of fish populations, marine mammals and other sea life. Help us end irresponsible and wasteful fishing by joining the movement to protect the world's oceans. view issue

The Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition is based in Huntington, W.Va. Building organized citizen power is essential to all of our work -- we are people-power in action. We formed in 1987 to fight a huge toxic waste incinerator planned for an already polluted, low-income community. We won that battle and many more over the years. Our current campaigns focus on ending mountaintop removal coal mining and establishing
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Pesticide Action Network works to replace hazardous pesticides with ecologically sound and socially just alternatives. As one of five PAN Regional Centers worldwide, PAN North America links local and international consumer, labor, health, environment, and agriculture groups into an international citizens' action network.

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Overpopulation threatens the quality of life for people everywhere. The only acceptable solution to the population problem is through expanding educational, advocacy and service efforts that lower birth rates. Rather than support a larger population at a poorer level, we believe it is preferable to support a smaller population at adequate standards of living. view issue

The Rainforest Alliance works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior. Help us by choosing wood, paper and furniture that comes from well-managed forests, certified to the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council. view issue

Seacology protects island coral reefs and rainforests by providing a tangible benefit that island villagers request, such as a school, health clinic, or fresh water delivery system, in exchange for the establishment of a marine or forest reserve. Seacology has launched over 180 such win-win projects preserving two million acres of threatened coral reef and rainforest habitat. view issue

The American Solar Energy Society is leading the renewable energy revolution. We're the nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the use of solar energy, energy efficiency, and other sustainable technologies in the U.S. Founded in 1954, ASES is now supported by more than 10,000 members across the nation who work together to help create a sustainable energy economy. Combined with ASES' regional chapters in 36 states and as the U.S. section of the International Solar Energy Society we're part of a powerful, collaborative network - because the need for renewable energy is clear. view issue

Endangered Species Coalition is a national network of hundreds of conservation, scientific, religious, sporting, business, and community organizations working to protect endangered species and habitats. Through public education, scientific information, and citizen participation, we work to protect our nation's wildlife, fish, and plants on the brink of extinction.

The Grassroots Recycling Network is a leading national organization in North America working to implement Zero Waste. GRRN has resources for Zero Waste Communities, Zero Waste Businesses, and Zero Waste Campuses. view issue

The USGBC's vision is a sustainable built environment within a generation. Its membership includes corporations, builders, universities, government agencies, and other organizations. Since USGBC's founding in 1993, the Council has grown to more than 13,000 member companies and organizations, a comprehensive family of LEED® green building rating systems, an expansive educational offering, the industry's popular Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, and a network of 72 local chapters and affiliates. view issue

The Izaak Walton League
According to the EPA, about 40% of all streams and rivers that have been tested in the U.S. aren't safe for activities like fishing and swimming. That's why, in communities across the country, the Izaak Walton League of America teaches volunteers to monitor and improve water quality on their own or in groups using simple but effective methods. view issue

The League of Conservation Voters has high hopes that Congress will build on the progress it made in 2007 by making 2008 a banner year for the environment. The world's leading climate scientists have made clear that we have a very short window in which to act to prevent the most catastrophic impacts of global warming. Congress must act quickly to address global warming by passing comprehensive legislation that achieves the necessary emissions reductions. view issue

Audubon was founded over a century ago to protect birds from slaughter at the hands of plume-hunters. Today our mission is more vital than ever as we continue protecting birds and their habitat through individual action. Citizen science programs, like the century-old Christmas Bird Count, the more recently launched Great Backyard Bird Count and the Important Bird Areas Program enlist thousands of volunteers for conservation. view issue

National Wildlife Federation has over 4 million members, partners, and supporters who actively educate, inspire, and promote achievable solutions to everyday Americans in communities from coast-to-coast. Our conservation work focuses on three major areas that will have the biggest impact on the future of America's wildlife: confronting global warming, protecting and restoring wildlife habitats, and connecting people with nature. view issue

The Natural Resources Defense Council. Americans consume nearly 21 million barrels of oil a day. Our addiction to oil is a threat to our environment, our economy, and our national security. The Natural Resources Defense Council needs your help to kick the oil habit once and for all. Go to beyondoil.nrdc.org for ways to get involved. view issue

The Rainforest Action Network runs hard-hitting campaigns to break America's oil addiction, reduce our reliance on coal, protect endangered forests and Indigenous rights, and stop destructive investments around the world through education, grassroots organizing, and nonviolent direct action. view issue

CoolCities Campaign. Frustrated by stalling on the federal level, mayors across the country are stepping up to help solve one of our country's most pressing problems- global warming. The mayors of these "Cool Cities" are taking decisive action to reduce heat trapping emissions, lower energy bills, save taxpayer
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Stormwater Campaign works to ensure that every drop of water that flows over our streets, buildings, construction sites, parking lots, lawns and farms enters our waterbodies free of toxins, nutrients and other pollutants. Waterkeeper Alliance works regionally to advocate for meaningful regulations and effective practices to curb stormwater pollution. view issue

The Wilderness Society has been protecting America's wilderness since 1935. Wilderness is the highest form of protection for pristine, natural areas on our federal lands. While only Congress can designate Wilderness, citizens like you can help protect wilderness in a number of ways. view issue

TransFair USA hopes that readers will begin to connect the importance of alleviating global poverty as a key step in saving our environment. By engaging small-scale farmers and farm workers in developing countries, we believe this is the green movement on a deeper and broader level. view issue

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit that has been planting and caring for trees since 1973. We train and support communities to plant and care for trees and also educate school children and adults about the environment. Although our work is mainly in Los Angeles, we offer resources that can assist you wherever you live, learn, work or play.

Trust for Public Land. As the nation's leading conservation group creating parks in and around cities, The Trust for Public Land has launched its Parks for People initiative in the belief that every child should enjoy convenient access to a nearby park or playground. Parks offer many benefits, not least of which are the environmental enhancements natural areas give to cities.

Union of Concerned Scientists Renewable energy technologies do not deplete our natural resources or destroy our environment. Instead, they tap into natural cycles and systems, turning the ever-present energy around us into usable forms. The movement of wind and water, the heat and light of the sun, heat in the ground, the carbohydrates in plants, all are natural energy sources that can supply our needs in a sustainable way. view issue

Vote Solar is a non-profit organization with the mission of stopping global warming and increasing energy independence by bringing solar energy into the mainstream. Stopping global warming is the challenge of this century - and our success will hinge on our ability to transition to renewable energy. Solar energy - clean, homegrown, and reliable - has the potential to play a large part of the solution. While solar is the fastest growing energy source in the world, we've just scratched the surface of its potential. view issue

WildEarth Guardians, formerly Forest Guardians, protects and restores the wildlife, wild places, and wild rivers of the American West. Working with the cities of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, WildEarth Guardians implemented Living River Funds to protect the waters of the Rio Grande. By donating $1 or more through their water bill, city residents not only purchase water that stays in the river and supports its stream-side habitat, but they also reconnect with the waterways that sustain both human and wildlife communities. view issue