Environmental Working Group – Tips from the IFFP Weekly Bulletin
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IFFP ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG): STEWARDSHIP TIPS IN IFFP BULLETIN (2019-2020) |
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Sept. 12, 2019 |
IFFP ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEY
As part of our GreenFaith certification, the IFFP Household Environmental Footprint and Opinion Survey was issued this past Spring. Thanks to 30 families for responding (almost 30% of our membership)! Selected responses include: 1) 100% of responders “agreed that the issues of environmental protection and climate change are serious or extremely serious,” 2) 93% of responders “agreed or strongly agreed that collectively, we must wake up and take actions rapidly to heal and restore the environment,” and 3) 61% of responders were “interested in participating in collaborating on environmental issues with other faith/spiritual institutions in our community/region.” – For more survey details CLICK HERE. |
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Sept. 19, 2019 |
EWG BOOK RECOMMENDATION
The Environmental Working Group is recommending the book below for IFFP Fall reading. We will schedule a discussion date later in the year. Enjoy and learn. The Human Planet: How We Created the Anthropocene. |
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Sept. 26, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) READINGS This year, the EWG will read the following books. Book discussions will be held outside of IFFP. Dates and times for book discussions to be announced.
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Oct. 3, 2019 |
EWG: CLIMATE STRIKES
Environmental Working Group: Climate activists fighting for a just world and an end to the era of fossil fuels
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Oct. 10, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG): GREENING OUR WORLD WITH COMMUNITY SOLAR ELECTRICITY CHOICES
Whether you’re a renter or owner, you can help create a clean-energy future by supporting 100% solar power with Community Solar. Join a nearby solar farm that produces energy on your behalf and helps create a better environment for future generations.
For more information on IFFP’s EWG, click here.
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Oct. 17, 2019 |
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Oct. 24, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) — GREENING OUR WORLD WEED WARRIOR WORKDAY AT SLIGO CREEK PARK
On Sat., Nov. 23rd, from 9 – 11 a.m., please join members of IFFP’s EWG and Weed Warrior Supervisor Greg Odegaarden as we care for our parkland with an invasive plant removal workday at Sligo Creek Stream Valley Park in Silver Spring.
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Oct. 31, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) – GREENING OUR WORLD BY ADDRESSING PLASTICS POLLUTION
Our consumer-driven throwaway mentality: Much plastic pollution comes from single-use items like polystyrene cups, take-out containers, straws, and plastic shopping bags. Once dumped, these items stay in our environment for centuries.
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Nov. 7, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) — GREENING OUR WORLD
On Sat., Nov. 23rd, from 9 – 11 a.m., please join members of IFFP’s EWG and Weed Warrior Supervisor Greg Odegaarden as we care for our parkland with an invasive plant removal workday at Sligo Creek Stream Valley Park in Silver Spring.
Fall reading: The Human Planet: How We Created the Anthropocene (available on Amazon). Tracing our environmental impact through time to reveal when humans began to dominate Earth, scientists Simon Lewis and Mark Maslin masterfully show what the new epoch means for all of us. Our actions have driven Earth into a new geological epoch, the Anthropocene. For the first time in our home planet’s 4.5-billion year history a single species is dictating Earth’s future.
Fire Drill Fridays: Join activist Jane Fonda and former IFFP member [ ] for Fire Drill Fridays to address climate change. Rallies are from 11am-12pm, on the southeast lawn of the Capitol Building, across from the Library of Congress. If you cannot attend, Jane Fonda’s outstanding online teach-ins are live Thursdays 7pm. |
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Nov. 14, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) — GREENING OUR WORLD
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP WILL LAUNCH 2019-20 IFFP Environmental Themes and Preliminary Goals Theme 1: Water & Earth Care (Water, Gardens, Pollinators, Trees, Composting, Invasives and others) Theme 2: Home Energy (Electricity, Gas, Lights, Insulation and others) Theme 3: Transportation (Vehicles, Transit and Walking) Theme 4: Food & Containers (Food, Beverages, Plastics, Recycling) Theme 5: Spirit & Community (Curriculum, Worship, Rituals, Outreach)
Weed Warrior Workday at Sligo Creek Park
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Nov. 21, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) — GREENING OUR WORLD
IFFP Members Water and Earth Care Follow-up
To receive the GreenFaith water and earth care tips, email Randy G. Please let the EWG know if you have taken these or any other GreenFaith Steps. Note cards are available in GreenFaith basket at the IFFP Welcome table to report: action(s) taken, your name, and date(s) Cards will be collected weekly to be periodically reported back to community.
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Nov. 28, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) — GREENING OUR WORLD
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Dec. 5, 2019 |
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Dec. 12, 2019 |
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Dec. 19, 2019 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) — GREENING OUR WORLD
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Jan. 2, 2020 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) — GREENING OUR WORLD
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Jan. 9, 2020 |
THE ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) — GREENING OUR WORLD
Film: PFAS chemicals are the subject of “Dark Waters,” a film based on the true story of environmental lawyer Rob Bilott who took on DuPont after he uncovered evidence the company knowingly dumped toxic PFAS chemicals into drinking water in and around Parkersburg, W.Va. Green tip: Switch to Teflon-free cookware (e.g., The Stone Earth Pan by Ozeri).
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March 12, 2020 |
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April 16, 2020 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG) Earth Day Events
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April 26, 2020 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG) — What Can I do to Reduce Waste?
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May 3rd and 7th, 2020 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG) — Loving the Earth
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May 14, 2020 |
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May 21, 2020 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG) — Greening our World
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May 31, 2020 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG) — Greening our World
Zoom book discussion: “The Overstory” by Richard Powers will be on Saturday, May 30th, from 11 am to 12:30. |
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June 4, 2020 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG) — Greening our World
Things to Watch and Read this Summer:
· Audiobooks on plant-based living
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June 25, 2020 |
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) — Greening our World
Our fall book selection is “This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. The Climate,” by Naomi Klein: Klein meticulously builds the case for how massively reducing our greenhouse emissions is our best chance to simultaneously reduce gaping inequalities, re-imagine our broken democracies, and rebuild our gutted local economies. Klein argues that the changes to our relationship with nature and one another that are required to respond to the climate crisis humanely should not be viewed as grim penance, but rather as a kind of gift—a catalyst to transform broken economic and cultural priorities and to heal long-festering historical wounds. Discussion date TBD.
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July 23, 2020 |
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) — Greening our World
Multifaith Online Solar Workshop for Northern Virginia (Tuesday, July 21 at 12:00 p.m.)
Go solar at home … in good company! Join Solar United Neighbors, Interfaith Power & Light, the Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions, and area congregations for an interactive, multi-faith workshop about solar energy and its benefits for your home or small business. Learn about solar technology, financing, and why it matters to people of faith. This will be a live, interactive presentation, so bring your questions! Consider joining Northern Virginia neighbors in a solar panel and EV charger purchasing group: bit.ly/solarnova. Learn more and register. |
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IFFP ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG): STEWARDSHIP TIPS IN IFFP BULLETIN/LIST SERVE (2018-2019) |
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9/13/18 9/20/18 9/27/18 |
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle — Reminder from the Environmental Working Group (EWG)
IFFP is a recycling and composting community. We ask that, as stewards of the earth, we all do our part and teach our kids the three Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. We are providing reusable coffee mugs and juice cups, rather than disposable items that clutter the landfill.
We have: · A compost bin for food and biodegradable items; · A recycling bin for plastic, glass, and metal products; and · A paper box for programs and other paper items. There will be a sign near the bins that lists what goes where. When in doubt, please read the sign. Thank you! |
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10/4/18 |
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10/11/18 |
Environmental Working Group: Switch to Low-Cost Renewable Electricity Now!
As IFFP embarks on GreenFaith certification this year, we aim to live the Jewish and Christian mandates of caring for the earth (stewardship). We will be infusing environmental stewardship teachings and practices into our gatherings, Sunday school, adult groups, community events, and at home.
One way we can have an impact is for all families in our community to switch their residential electric service to clean energy sources. IFFP Treasurer Josh Bernstein just signed up for 100% renewal electricity with CleanChoice Energy through a special offer. The City of Takoma Park recently entered a partnership with CleanChoice Energy to encourage city residents to switch their energy supply to renewable sources at a substantial discount from the usual rates — 8.6c/kwh guaranteed for 12 months, instead of their usual 12c/kwh or so. (The CEO of the company is Tom Matzzie, brother of former IFFP member Colette Matzzie.) You do not have to be a Takoma Park resident to take advantage of this offer! The only requirement is that you live within their service area — just enter your zip code online and see if you are eligible. The caveat is that the offer is limited to a certain number of homes, and will eventually sell out.
All IFFP families are encouraged to make the switch to clean electricity either through this program or another of your choosing. With the recent UN report indicating that our world only has 10 years to solve the climate change problem before major calamity ensues, there is no time like the present to make changes. And this one is easy to do! When you do make the switch, please let Randi Field or Matt McGrath know at IFFP or by email: scribers@verizon.net — they are tracking how many IFFP families make this important change in their households.
Link to the Takoma Park CleanChoice program: https://cleanchoiceenergy.com/go/takoma/
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10/18/18 |
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11/1/18 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP UPDATES
EWG PROGRAMS AND MEETINGS This year, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) is hosting environmental programs at IFFP during adult group but is holding its planning meetings and book discussions outside of IFFP. The next planning meeting of the EWG will be Sat., Dec. 1st at 4 pm at the home of Matt McGrath and Randi Field. All are welcome. For more information on the meeting and/or to join the EWG, contact Randi at: scribers@verizon.net.
BOOK SELECTION Our new book selection is “Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re in without Going Crazy,” by Joanna Macey and Chris Johnstone. The book discussion will be in January. Date TPD. |
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11/15/18 |
Environmental Working Group Opportunity for Marylanders: Switch to Renewable Electricity with Community Solar Project from Neighborhood Sun
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11/22/18 |
Renewable Electricity Opportunities
This past Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Rain asked everyone in our community to commit to switching to renewable electricity (e.g., solar and/or wind, rather than using polluting fossil fuels) by next Rosh Hashanah. This is a very simple thing to do, and every one of us can make this change to show our gratitude to the planet for sustaining us. Here are two simple ways to switch to renewable electricity:
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11/29/18 12/7/18
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RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY OPPORTUNITY AT IFFP ON DEC. 9TH
The recent National Climate Assessment, like the UN report released in October (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/07/climate/ipcc-climate-report-2040.html), makes painfully clear that without drastic action, we will pay dearly for climate change in both dollars and lives, not to mention our children’s futures. The need for all of us to switch to renewable electricity could not be more pressing.
EWG PROGRAMS AND MEETINGS This year, the EWG is hosting environmental programs at IFFP during adult group but is holding its planning meetings and book discussions outside of IFFP. The next planning meeting of the EWG will be Sat., Dec. 1st at 4 pm, at the home of Matt McGrath and Randi Field. All are welcome. For more information on the meeting and/or to join the EWG, contact Randi at: scribers@verizon.net.
BOOK SELECTION Our new book selection is “Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re in without Going Crazy,” by Joanna Macey and Chris Johnstone. The book discussion will be in January. Date TPD.
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12/13/18 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP UPDATES
Signing up for Neighborhood Sun’s Community Solar Project in Maryland Last week, Rev. Julia urged us all to wake up and respond to the climate change crisis we face by signing up for renewable electricity. Armando Gaetaniello, from Neighborhood Sun, visited the community and took names and contact information to help folks get signed up for community solar in Maryland. If you missed last week, or need more information, please email Armando at: armando@neighborhoodsun.solar.
Book Selection and Meeting The current EWG book selection is “Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re in without Going Crazy,” by Joanna Macey and Chris Johnstone. For further information, see: https://facingachangingworld.org/2016/01/23/active-hope-a-quote-from-joanna-macey/. The book discussion will be on Jan. 12th from 10 a.m.-noon at the home of Eileen Kraus-Jakobsberg and Phil Jakobsberg.
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1/3/19 |
Environmental Working Group — GreenPotluck & Stewardship Tip
On Dec. 16, 2018, IFFP hosted a vegetarian potluck after our nativity play. A good time was had by all and our community took steps to heal the planet by not eating meat. We all know that driving cars is harmful to the environment, but what about eating a burger?
If everyone enjoyed one meatless day a week – livestock emissions could be greatly reduced. Challenge yourself and your family to commit to one meatless day a week. For more information, see: https://www.care2.com/greenliving/which-is-worse-for-the-planet-beef-or-cars.html |
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1/10/19 |
Environmental Working Group Book Selection and Meeting
The current EWG book selection is “Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re in without Going Crazy,” by Joanna Macey and Chris Johnstone. For further information, see: https://facingachangingworld.org/2016/01/23/active-hope-a-quote-from-joanna-macey/. The book discussion will be on Jan. 12th from 10 a.m.-noon at the home of Eileen Kraus-Jakobsberg and Phil Jakobsberg.
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1/17/19 1/24/19 |
Environmental Working Group: Celebrating Tu B’shvat
Tu B’shvat is a Jewish holiday also known as the New Year for Trees. On January 27th, IFFP will celebrate this holiday with a special seder. Please enjoy these videos with your children to help them enjoy the Seder rituals.
Did you know that:
How can we help?
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1/31/19 |
EWG: Stewardship Tips for Not Wasting
Last week, Bret Goldstein led IFFP in a joyous Tu B’Shvat Seder, followed by an engaging adult group on the principle of bal tashchit, not wasting. Below are some tips on saving money and not wasting:
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2/7/19 |
EWG: Highlight from Celebration of Dr. King
Last week, IFFP celebrated the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his vision that we build a beloved community. Below is a reading by Dr. King from our celebration:
Join with the Earth and each other, to bring new life to the land, to restore the waters, to refresh the air, to renew the forests, to care for the plants, to protect the creatures, to celebrate the seas, to rejoice in the sunlight, to sing the song of the stars, to recall our destiny, to renew our spirits, to reinvigorate our bodies, to recreate the human community, to promote justice and peace, to love our children and love one another, to join together as many and diverse expressions of one loving mystery, for the healing of the Earth and the renewal of all life.
EWG: Speaking out for the Environment
If you want to do more for the environment and live in Maryland, consider signing these two petitions: |
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2/14/19 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG): HOW TO HELP THE EARTH BY THE LORAX Please view and share this wonderful video, especially with your children (can skip the ad in a few seconds): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbUS3jPjyrc
EWG MEETING ON SAT., FEB. 16TH AT 4 PM
The next Environmental Working Group (EWG) meeting will be on Saturday, Feb. 16th, at 4 pm, at the home of Matt McGrath and Randi Field.
Agenda items will include: reviewing the GreenFaith certification process handouts, including audit documents on spirituality and environmental justice, to prepare for the next GreenFaith webinar; suggestions for our next book; update on Sunday School service project; and other items. For further information, contact Randi at: scribers@verizon.net. |
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2/21/19 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP UPDATES AND TIPS
Book Selection and Discussion Our next book selection is “The Omnivore’s Dilemma,” by Michael Pollan. Eileen Kraus-Jakobsberg will bring copies of the book to IFFP this Sunday, if you want to borrow a copy — that must be returned. The book discussion will be April 27th, at 10 am, at the home of Eileen and Phil Jakobsberg.
Do you have Renewable Electricity Yet? Recommended Electricity Providers: · Buy solar panels: Three IFFP families have bought solar panels from Sustainable Energy Systems. · Switch to renewable electricity from nearby wind and solar farms: Some IFFP families have made the quick switch to Clean Choice Energy. · Community Solar in Maryland: Four IFFP families have signed contracts with Neighborhood Sun. There are no upfront fees; there is no equipment to buy. Sign up even if you already have partial renewable electricity. Use this link to save 10% off or your first year’s bill.
Recommended Service Provider: Community Forklift Construction waste is a BIG problem. The solution? Community Forklift is turning the waste stream into a resource stream! Community Forklift s a secondhand shop selling a variety of building materials & furniture including cabinets & tables. They accept donations of surplus, gently-used, and salvaged home improvement supplies. Their 40,000 sq. ft. warehouse contains modern and vintage building materials, tools, hardware, lighting, plumbing fixtures, appliances, architectural salvage, vintage furniture, and antiques. Located at 4671 Tanglewood Dr, Bladensburg, MD 20710; Phone: (301) 985-5180. Visit the warehouse or shop online. |
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ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG): GREENING OUR WORLD
Recommended Read Aloud Videos/Books:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=am_wCNHJQvo https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/books/why-should-i-recycle-by-jen-green/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZmEDzisIK4 Recommended Service Provider: The Compost Crew
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3/7/19 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG): GREENING OUR WORLD
Natural Gas and Carbon Offsets
All of us can choose 100% renewable electricity. Unfortunately, natural gas does not have a renewable alternative. But, did you know that you can offset your natural gas usage with carbon offsets? A carbon offset represents a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions made in one place to compensate for emissions created in another place. WGL Energy customers in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C., can choose CleanSteps Carbon offsets. FREE PARK PASS for 4th Graders
Did you know that fourth graders can see America’s natural wonders and historic sites for free through the “Every Kid in the Park” program? Kids complete an adventure to get a pass. Educators can get passes for their fourth grade students.
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3/14/19 3/21/19 3/28/19 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP: FOCUS ON ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Upcoming March 31st Adult Group on Environmental Justice, Hosted by IFFP’s Environmental Working Group On March 31st, Jessica M. Loya, National Policy Director for GreenLatinos, will lead an important adult group on environmental justice. Environmental justice relates to the fact communities of color and poor communities suffer from an unjustly high level of harm from pollution and environmental degradation and are rarely given influence over the environmental decisions that impact their communities. GreenLatinos is a national nonprofit that convenes a board coalition of Latino leaders committed to addressing national, regional, and local environmental, natural resources and conservation issues that significantly affect the health and welfare of the Latino community in the U.S. As the Policy Director, Ms. Loya promotes GreenLatinos’ policy goals in the areas of clean water, public lands access & protections, climate, clean air, and environmental justice, in Washington, D.C. She works to create opportunities for local advocates to engage with Congress and the Administration. Jessica enjoys hiking, camping, and birding and has made it her lifetime goal to visit all 58 National Parks. She serves on the board of California Wilderness Coalition, a CA nonprofit, and the National Park Conservation Association’s Next Generation Advisory Council. For more information on GreenLatinos, see http://www.greenlatinos.org/press_room.
Study Shows that Whites are mainly to blame for air pollution, but blacks and Hispanics bear the burden “Air pollution, the leading environmental cause of death worldwide, reflects the stark racial inequalities of American life. In the United States, the problem is disproportionately caused by the white majority, but its consequences are suffered mainly by blacks and Hispanics,” according to a Washington Post article. The article states: “That is the finding of a new study, about five years in the making, published Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America. The results illuminate the fault lines of the lethal environmental danger, which is inseparable from the threat of climate change and responsible for more deaths globally each year than automobile accidents.” For more information, click: https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/03/12/whites-are-mainly-blame-airpollution- blacks-hispanics-bear-burden-says-new-study/?utm_term=.f318158a19e2 |
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4/4/19 |
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG): GREENING OUR WORLD
Green Shout Outs!
Environmental Justice Deep thanks to Jose Dominguez, Director of Development Partnerships at League of Conservation Voters (and IFFP member) for leading our adult group discussion on environmental justice. Jose has provided additional information:
Environmental Justice / Environmental Racism: http://www.ejnet.org/ej/ Principles of Environmental Justice: http://www.ejnet.org/ej/principles.html Green Latinos – http://www.greenlatinos.org/ Earthjustice – https://earthjustice.org/
Book Selection and Discussion Our next EWG book selection is “The Omnivore’s Dilemma,” by Michael Pollan: https://michaelpollan.com/books/the-omnivores-dilemma/. The book discussion will be April 27th, at 10 am, at the home of Eileen and Phil Jakobsberg.
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IFFP ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP: STEWARDSHIP TIPS IN IFFP BULLETIN/LIST SERVE (May 2018) |
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9/14/17 |
Greenfaith Pledge from the IFFP Environmental Working Group (EWG) Caring for the earth is a religious value, a moral responsibility, and is central the EWG’s vision of tikkun olam (repair of the world). This coming year, our group will share tips and guidance from GreenFaith (www.greenfaith.org), an interfaith organization, on caring for the earth.
We begin the new year by sharing the GreenFaith pledge: “I pledge to make my life a blessing for the Earth.” |
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9/21/17 and 9/28/17 |
10 Environmental Commandments from the IFFP Environmental Working Group (EWG)
Caring for the earth is a religious value, a moral responsibility, and is central to the EWG’s vision of tikkun olam (repairing the world). This coming year, our group will share tips and guidance from GreenFaith (www.greenfaith.org), an interfaith organization, on caring for the earth.
We begin the new year by sharing these 10 Environmental Commandments:
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10/5/17 |
Coffee with Care This year, Matt McGrath and Randi Field volunteered to bring coffee for the community. Your coffee will be organic, fairly traded coffee. There will be two dispensers of regular coffee (no decaf). The plan is to forego one-use cups that would go to the landfill, so please bring your own mugs. If you forget your own mug, no worries. There will be ceramic mugs for your use. If you bring a travel mug and there is coffee left over, feel free to take some home. “I pledge to make my life a blessing to the earth.” — Greenfaith Pledge. |
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10/5/17 |
Environment Tikkun Olam Group
First, our mission statement:
This year the group plans to begin exploring the idea of IFFP becoming a ‘green faith’ community. We will be testing these waters by pursuing an abbreviated green faith program, which will be based on a similar but shortened version of the Kehila Chadasha green faith certification program. We welcome any and all help with its implementation. In addition, we will be selecting another environment and sustainability related book to read as a group. We plan to have periodic book discussions, as we did last year, at the homes of our committee members. Once again, we welcome your interest and participation. |
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10/12/17 |
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10/19/17 |
The IFFP Environmental Working Group wants you to know about The Easy Energy Action Plan Checklist:
Download at: https://energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2015/04/f21/EnergyActionChecklist_English.pdf Great information for the fridge or a bulletin board!
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10/26/17 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG)–Stewardship Steps
Creating a green lifestyle is the most powerful way for us to make a difference in the future quality of life on earth for our children and future generations. Each earth-friendly stewardship acts in our ordinary daily lives deepens are spiritual connection with nature. Stewardship includes small and large impact steps that individuals and families can take at home in these areas:
Challenge yourself and your families to meet as many steps as you can.
This Week’s Food Tips:
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11/2/17 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG)–Stewardship Steps
Creating a green lifestyle is the most powerful way for us to make a difference in the future quality of life on earth for our children and future generations. Each earth-friendly stewardship acts in our ordinary daily lives deepens are spiritual connection with nature. Challenge yourself and your families to meet as many small and large impact steps as you can.
This Week’s Waste Tips:
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11/9/17 |
Food and Waste Guidelines and Goals from the EWG
Caring for the earth is a religious value, a moral responsibility, and central to the IFFP Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) vision of tikkun olam. Getting food to our tables:
Yet 40 percent of food in the U.S. today goes uneaten. The following food and waste guidelines are intended to reduce waste, and promote environmentally sustainable practices at IFFP sponsored events and in our daily lives:
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11/16/17 |
Environmental Working Group (EWG)–Stewardship Steps
Creating a green lifestyle is the most powerful way for us to make a difference in the future quality of life on earth for our children and future generations. Each earth-friendly stewardship steps in our ordinary daily lives deepens are spiritual connection with nature. Challenge yourself and your families to meet as many small and large impact steps as you can.
This Week’s Tips on Toxins:
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11/23/17 |
Sustainably Grown Christmas Trees Cut To Order
http://www.lickingcreekbendfarm.com Going against industry standards, Mike Tabor and Esther Siegel from Takoma Park grow trees without herbicides (which stop the growth of weeds, but pollute the soil and water), pesticides, or artificial colors. The results are attractive, natural-looking, fresh- cut trees. Prices range from $20 – 125 a tree. |
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11/30/17 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on grounds maintenance:
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12/7/17 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on water:
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12/14/17 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenges are on transportation:
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12/21/17 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on energy:
Large impact: I will wash and/or rinse my clothes in cold water. I will also wash only when I have a full load, or adjust the amount of water for the load size. Did you know that almost 90% of the energy consumed by a washing machine goes to heating water? Switching from hot or warm water to cold water washing saves that energy. |
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1/4/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on water:
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1/11/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on food:
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1/18/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on waste:
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2/1/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on energy:
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2/8/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on grounds maintenance:
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2/15/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenges are on food:
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2/22/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenges are on food:
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3/1/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenges are on waste:
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3/8/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on toxins:
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3/15/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenges are on grounds maintenance:
· What are Neonicotinioid Insecticides? and Where have all the insects gone? by Maryann Whitman · Increase Yields in Your Vegetable and Berry Gardens by Going Native · It’s FUN! Keeping a Journal is not only fun, but educational. · It’s Good for our Youth. The Next Generation articles in the Wild Ones Journal are aimed at showing kids how to have fun with nature, these articles also appeal to adults. · It’s sustainable. It’ll help offset the effects of Climate Change · It’s needed to sustain habitat for non-humans-native birds, insects, and other fauna Beyond the Birdfeeder · Birds evolved naturally with native plants and they bring many of us much pleasure throughout the day Creating a Bird Friendly Yard · Pollinators Stopover Habitats and Hedgerows · Connecting to the Future Corridors for a Healthier Environment |
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3/22/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenges are on energy:
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3/29/18 |
Airing Your Dirty Laundry: 10 Tips for Energy-Efficient Laundry from the Environmental Working Group Wash Right
Smart Drying
Buying a New Washing Machine? Get one with the ENERGY STAR label. They use 37% less energy and 50% less water than regular machines. |
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4/5/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenges are on waste:
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4/12/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenge is on transportation:
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4/19/18 |
Sustainable Commitments for Earth Day
This Earth Day, GreenFaith, Interfaith Partners for the Environment ( greenfaith.org) invites us all to make three deep and sustainable commitments to protect the planet:
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4/26/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenge is on energy:
Arbor Day Tips from the Environmental Working Group
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5/3/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenge is on food:
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5/10/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenge is on energy:
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5/17/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group
This week’s challenge is on toxins:
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5/24/18 |
Stewardship Steps from the Environmental Working Group This week’s challenge is on grounds maintenance:
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