How to be Proactive on Earth Day

Earth Day 2008 is Tuesday, April 22! Learn what you can do to make noise in Washington DC about climate change. Make yourself heard so that our elected officials understand the significance of putting initiatives in place now for our future and future generations!

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Telephone
• Patience

1. Let the leaders of our country know they have to join TODAY with the rest of the world to solve climate change! Call President Bush at the White House (202.456.1111).
2. Call your legislature! The Capitol Hill operators are very friendly and ready to help. Don't be shy about calling and asking for your Member of Congress (202.224.3121).
3. Call or email your Mayor!
4. Call or email your Council Members!

Tips & Warnings

• Look for Earth Day events in your area at http://ww2.earthday.net/earthdayevents2008
• Become an ambassador for climate change by getting involved on a local, national or international level
• Register to vote at https://electionimpact3.votenet.com/earthday/voterreg2/index.cfm