P.E.T.E Press Release
- 1. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: P.E.T.E Kelly Smith 605-641-5493 Kelly.Smith@YellowJackets.BHSU.EDU http://www.350.org/node/8145 Spearfish 350 Climate Celebrations Spearfish, S.D, Oct. 24 — Local organizations Hills Horizon and People for the Ethical Treatment of the Environment (P.E.T.E) are assembling a coalition with hundreds of organizations committed to a vision of a more sustainable world. On Oct. 24, Hills Horizon and P.E.T.E. are hosting a Speaker Series and Concert at the Bandshell in Spearfish City Park. The events kick off at 11 a.m. with a speaker from Repower America following entertainment provided by Dylan Lewis and Friends. During this time snacks and warm beverages will be provided. Following the entertainment we will take it to the streets and march for Climate Awareness. The march will begin at 1 p.m. in the park and finish at the base of Lookout Mountain, where those who are interested can hike to the top and demonstrate their commitment to reducing CO2 emissions by displaying a banner reading 350. P.E.T.E and Hills Horizon have joined the international goal of reducing the carbon dioxide level down to 350. Currently the carbon levels are at 390 parts per million but research endorsed by 40 leading environment scientists states that 350 parts per million is the most carbon dioxide we can safely have in the atmosphere. The increasing numbers have brought concern to many around the world. In 2007 founders of 350 and other groups supporting this cause organized over 2,000 rallies in all 50 states. Past rallies influenced many political leaders to commit to decreasing carbon dioxide emissions 80 percent by 2050. Our best chance to speed up that process will take place December in Copenhagen, when the world’s nations meet to agree on a new climate treaty. Copenhagen well be the pivotal moment that determines whether or not we get the planet out of the climate crisis, participating in the Spearfish 350 Climate Celebration will be a big step for awareness. The Spearfish 350 Climate Celebration will represent the people around the globe fighting to stop climate change and help remake the world. For additional information, Contact: Kelly Smith 605-641-5493 Kelly.Smith@YellowJackets.BHSU.EDU http://www.350.org/node/8145
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