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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T130000
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SUMMARY:CT Environmental Rights Training Session - Save the Date
DESCRIPTION:CT Environmental Rights — Training Session\n\nJanuary 16\, 1 pm. Buchanan Auditorium\, Mansfield Public Library\, 54 Warrenville Road\, Mansfield Center\n\nRegister at this link\n\nThis will be an in-depth training session with state advocates and Maya van Rossum\, founder and national leader of the movement for Green Amendments in states across the US\, to prepare advocates to reach out across their local communities\, respond to questions\, and neutralize opposition to the CT Environmental Rights.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/ct-environmental-rights-training-session-save-the-date/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260116T145738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T145738Z
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SUMMARY:Talen Data Center Hearing - Montour County\, PA
DESCRIPTION:Talen Energy Supply\, LLC (Talen Energy) is asking the Montour County Commissioners to rezone over 800 acres of land from zoning as agricultural\, public/semi public or rural residential uses to an industrial use designation.  In response to strong community advocacy\, Talen Energy confirmed that the change in zoning was needed to support a planned data center. \nAfter a robust hearing in November\, 2025\, the Montour  County Planning Commission recommended that the  rezoning request be rejected by the County Commissioners who are the final arbiter of the petition. \nThe County Commissioners are holding a hearing on January 23\, 2026\, beginning 9:30 am at the First Baptist Church 12 Brookside Drive Danville\, PA\, to consider the request.  Additional information about the hearing can be found here. \nVery little information has been made available about the actual data center itself. \nGreen Amendments For The Generations submitted a written comment urging rejection of the rezoning request and plans to be represented at the hearing. \nPlease consider attending the hearing and lending your support to the community.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/talen-data-center-hearing-montour-county-pa/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20251223T201309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T201329Z
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SUMMARY:People's Action Guide Launch (for states with a Green Amendment)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of the Green Amendment People’s Action Guide! \nHave you ever wished you had a toolkit to help guide your Green Amendment advocacy? A sort of one-stop-shop that details what a Green Amendment is\, how it works\, and what steps you can take to advance a Green Amendment movement in your state? A helpful reference that makes Green Amendment knowledge accessible to everyone? \nWell\, look no further\, because Green Amendments For The Generations’ People’s Action Guides are finally here! \nThese two guides—one for states with Green Amendments and one for states working to secure them—were crafted especially for passionate people like you. We break down Green Amendments at every step of the way\, from the concept of constitutional environmental rights\, to the victories that have affirmed their legal strength\, to education and outreach tips to build your own Green Amendment coalition. \nWe welcome you to join us for the launch of our guides on Tuesday\, January 27th! We will talk more in depth about what is in each toolkit\, how you can access and use them in your day-to-day advocacy\, and have the opportunity for some question and answer. \nIf you live in a state with a Green Amendment (Pennsylvania\, Montana\, or New York) please join us at 6PM ET on Tuesday\, January 27th. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/peoples-action-guide-launch-for-states-with-a-green-amendment/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20251223T201435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T201435Z
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SUMMARY:People's Action Guide Launch (for states working to secure a Green Amendment)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of the Green Amendment People’s Action Guide! \nHave you ever wished you had a toolkit to help guide your Green Amendment advocacy? A sort of one-stop-shop that details what a Green Amendment is\, how it works\, and what steps you can take to advance a Green Amendment movement in your state? A helpful reference that makes Green Amendment knowledge accessible to everyone? \nWell\, look no further\, because Green Amendments For The Generations’ People’s Action Guides are finally here! \nThese two guides—one for states with Green Amendments and one for states working to secure them—were crafted especially for passionate people like you. We break down Green Amendments at every step of the way\, from the concept of constitutional environmental rights\, to the victories that have affirmed their legal strength\, to education and outreach tips to build your own Green Amendment coalition. \nWe welcome you to join us for the launch of our guides on Tuesday\, January 27th! We will talk more in depth about what is in each toolkit\, how you can access and use them in your day-to-day advocacy\, and have the opportunity for some question and answer. \nIf you live in a state working to secure a Green Amendment\, please join us at 6:30PM ET on Tuesday\, January 27th. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/peoples-action-guide-launch-for-states-working-to-secure-a-green-amendment/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260126T131120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T210951Z
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SUMMARY:NM Hearing Before HENRC - 8:30 mst
DESCRIPTION:CALL TO ACTION – YOUR VOICE URGENTLY NEEDED \nNew Mexico’s Green Amendment Is Up For Its 1st Hearing in 2026 \nWe Need All Hands On Deck \nRecognizing and protecting the right of all New Mexicans to clean and healthy air\, water\, soil environments; to healthy flora\, fauna and habitats; a stable climate and thriving ecosystems is up for consideration before the House Energy\, Environment and Natural Resource Committee (HENRC). \nHENRC members need to hear your voice. \nPlease email and call today\, and encourage your family\, friends\, community and coworkers to do the same. \nUrge all committee members to support the New Mexico Green Amendment. \nNeed some resources to help inform your thinking? Find them here. \nAnd if you can attend the hearing to testify\, please do so. \nThe hearing takes place: \n\nThursday\, January 29\nat 8:30 am mountain time\nin Room 317 of the Roundhouse\nTo join the meeting via zoom or phone:\n\nJoin from PC\, Mac\, iPad\, or Android: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88578798130 \nPhone one-tap: +13462487799\,\,88578798130# US (Houston) Webinar ID: 885 7879 8130 \nThe fossil fuel and other industries are lobbying hard against protecting New Mexico’s beautiful environment and the natural resources we all need to thrive and to be supported by good paying jobs that benefit our families rather than devastate them. \nA GREAT WAY to Stay Up To Speed is to Join the New Mexico Green Amendment Action Platform – you can join at this link. \n  \nWho’s on the committee? \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOffice Phone\nEmail\nMessage\n\n\nRep\nMatthew McQueen\nChair\n505-986-4423\nmatthew.mcqueen@nmlegis.gov\nThank you for hearing. Please support.\n\n\nRep\nDebra M. Sariñana\nVice Chair\n505-986-4438\ndebbie.sarinana@nmlegis.gov\nThank you for supporting\, pls keep as a highest priority.\n\n\nRep\nRod Montoya\nRanking Member\n505-986-4454\nrod.montoya@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\nRep\nMichelle Paulene Abeyta\nMember\n505-986-4254\nmichelle.abeyta@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\nRep\nMeredith A. Dixon\nMember\n505-986-4317\nmeredith.dixon@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\nRep\nMiguel P. García\nMember\n505-986-4242\nmiguel.garcia@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\nRep\nYanira Gurrola\nMember\n505-986-4435\nyanira.gurrola@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\nRep\nJonathan A. Henry\nMember\n505-986-4221\njonathan.henry@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\nRep\nMark B. Murphy\nMember\n505-986-4454\nmark.murphy@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\nRep\nElaine Sena Cortez\nMember\n505-986-4450\nelaine.senacortez@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\nRep\nNathan P. Small\nMember\n505-986-4319\nnathan.small@nmlegis.gov\nPlease support\n\n\n\n  \n  \nThe amendment being considered reads: \nSECTION 1.                   It is proposed to amend Article 2 of the \nconstitution of New Mexico by adding a new section to read: \n\nThe people of the state shall have a right toclean and healthy air\, water\, soil and environments; healthy flora\, fauna and habitats; a stable climate and thriving ecosystems; and the preservation of the natural\, cultural and healthful  qualities  of  the  environment. The state\, counties and municipalities shall protect these rights equitably for all people\, including future generations\, and regardless of race\, ethnicity\, tribal affiliation\, gender\, socioeconomics or geography. Securing a more stable climate\, including for future generations\, shall be a high priority and serves a compelling state interest.\nThe state\, counties and municipalities shall serve as trustees of the natural resources of New Mexico and shall conserve\, protect and maintain these resources for the benefit of all the people\, including present and future generations\, who are the beneficiaries.\n\n  \n\nThe provisions of this section are self- executing.Monetary damages shall not be awarded for a violation of this section. This section is enforceable against the state\, counties and municipalities.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/nm-hearing-before-henrc-830-mst/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Public Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Public Town Hall on the Connecticut Environmental Rights \nTown Hall Meeting with Maya van Rossum and state advocates. An opportunity for the public to learn what the CT Environmental Rights Amendment is and why it is crucially important to protect our environmental rights on the state level as Federal environmental laws and regulations are being dismantled. Key state legislators are invited.\n\nRegister At This Link\n\nTuesday\, February 3\, 5:00 pm\nBuchanan Auditorium\,\nMansfield Public Library\n54 Warrenville Road\nMansfield Center\, CT
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/ct-town-hall-save-the-date/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260207T182059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T182059Z
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SUMMARY:Hawai'i Written Testimony Due - by 4 pm
DESCRIPTION:The Senate version of the Hawai’i Green Amendment – SB2478 — is scheduled for a hearing on Monday\, February 9\, at 4 pm Hawai’i time. \nTestimony must be submitted 24 hour before the hearing – that means by 4 pm (Hawai’i time)\, Sunday February 8. \nThis is the link where you can submit testimony and find step by step instructions.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/hawaii-written-testimony-due-by-4-pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T223000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260207T182006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T130758Z
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SUMMARY:Hawai'i Hearing - Postponed
DESCRIPTION:Due to weather\, the hearing was postponed.  Stay tuned for the reschedule info. But meanwhile\, consider working on your testimony to avoid the last minute rush. \nThe Senate version of the Hawai’i Green Amendment – SB2478 — is scheduled for a hearing on Monday\, February 9\, at 4 pm Hawai’i time. \nIf you have an opinion – now is your opportunity to speak. \nYou can view the hearing on you tube here. \nTestimony must be submitted 24 hour before the hearing – that means by 4 pm (Hawai’i time)\, Sunday February 8. \nThis is the link where you can submit testimony and find step by step instructions.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/hawaii-hearing-4-pm-hawaii-time/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260126T192343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T165741Z
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SUMMARY:Public Town Hall on the CT ERA
DESCRIPTION:Join CT NOFA for a Town Hall Meeting with Maya van Rossum and other state policy advocates. This meeting will provide an opportunity for the public to learn what the CT Environmental Rights Amendment is and why it is crucially important to protect our environmental rights on the state level\, as Federal environmental laws and regulations are being dismantled. Key state legislators are invited and attendees will be able to discuss environmental rights issues with them. \nTuesday\, February 10\, 6:30pm\nStamford Government Center\, 4th Floor\n888 Washington Blvd\nStamford\, CT \nPlease note that photo identification will be required to enter the Stamford Government Center. \nLight food and refreshments will be provided. \nREGISTER HERE \nMore information:\n \nPublic Town Hall on the CT Environmental Rights Amendment \n \n 
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/public-town-hall-on-the-ct-era/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260119T165105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T170543Z
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Town Hall on Environmental Rights
DESCRIPTION:Join CT NOFA for a Town Hall Meeting with Maya van Rossum and other state policy advocates. This meeting will provide an opportunity for the public to learn what the CT Environmental Rights Amendment is and why it is crucially important to protect our environmental rights on the state level\, as Federal environmental laws and regulations are being dismantled. Key state legislators are invited and attendees will be able to discuss environmental rights issues with them.  \nWednesday\, February 11 at 5:30 pm\nDeKoven House Community Center\n27 Washington St.\nMiddletown\, CT 06457  \nRegister here \nLight food and refreshments will be provided. \nView Venue Website \nThis event is part of the CTERA Public Town Hall Series.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/connecticut-town-hall-on-environmental-rights/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260213T155956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T155956Z
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SUMMARY:Hawaii GA Hearing Rescheduled or Today
DESCRIPTION:The Hawai’i Green Amendment hearing has been rescheduled for today\, Feb 13\, 3:10 pm Hawai’i time. \n  \nSee the meeting agenda with pertinent links to speak or listen here.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/hawaii-ga-hearing-rescheduled-or-today/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260206T173123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T185906Z
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SUMMARY:Ambassador Program Training - Securing Municipal Resolutions of Support
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another training as part of our Green Amendments Ambassador Program! \nIn this training\, we will: \n\nDiscuss what municipal & organizational resolutions are\, and how they are a powerful tool for advancing Green Amendment values\,\nIntroduce our Resolution toolkit & resources\, and\nHave time for a Q&A!\n\nA recording of this event will be available on the Ambassador Action Platform Community: bit.ly/GAAmbassadorCommunity. \nREGISTER HERE. No previous experience necessary!
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/ambassador-program-training-securing-municipal-resolutions-of-support/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260211T183047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T183047Z
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SUMMARY:IREJN's Environmental Legislation Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Interreligious Eco-Justice Network (IREJN) is hosting a webinar to discuss a swath of important environmental legislation in Connecticut\, including Connecticut’s Environmental Rights Amendment.\n\nMonday\, Feb 23 from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm \n\n\n\n\nRegister here: \nhttps://makeyourvoiceheardct2026.eventbrite.com/ \n 
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/irejns-environmental-legislation-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T143000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20251230T190109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171448Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Solutions Now 2026 - Green Amendments Present
DESCRIPTION:Join Maya van Rossum at the Climate Solutions Now 2026 conference to explore the values of a Green Amendment for addressing the climate crisis and environmental protection. \nClimate Solutions Now is presented by ICLR\, the Initiative for Climate Leadership and Resilience at Cal Poly. \nMaya’s Presentation: Green Amendments – Taking Our Power Back to Protect People & Earth \nFebruary 24\n10:10 am Pacific time / 1:10 pm Eastern time \nWhile we have many rights in the U.S.\, environmental rights is not among them. It’s time to empower communities to secure their environmental rights: to turn from a system of laws that accommodates pollution\, to a system that prevents degradation through the passage of constitutional Green Amendments. Learn how Green Amendments – in place in 3 states with 20+ more on the way – are transforming environmental protection\, environmental justice and helping to address the climate crisis. Learn what a Green Amendment is\, what it does\, how it works\, what is happening in your state\, and how you can be a leader in securing meaningful constitutional environmental rights for your community. \nFor more information about the conference\, including speakers and tickets\, visit:\nhttps://climate.calpoly.edu/climate-solutions \n 
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/climate-solutions-now-2026-conference-green-amendments-present/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260209T205808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T205808Z
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SUMMARY:Fordham Law: Environmental Law\, Public Health\, and the Climate Crisis: Protecting Communities in a Changing World
DESCRIPTION:Green Amendments Founder Maya van Rossum will be speaking on an auspicious panel of experts.  Join her and the other speakers at this great event. \n  \n\nThe Fordham Environmental Law Review presents Environmental Law\, Public Health\, and the Climate Crisis: Protecting Communities in a Changing World\n\n\nThursday\, February 26\, 2026\n8:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Check-In\n9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Program\nNetworking Lunch to Follow \nIn-Person and on Zoom\nFordham Law School\nCostantino Room\, Second Floor\n150 West 62nd Street\nNew York\, NY 10023 \n\nRegister to join here
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/fordham-law-environmental-law-public-health-and-the-climate-crisis-protecting-communities-in-a-changing-world/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260227T195226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T195611Z
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Amendment Up For a Hearing - Testimony & Written Comments Needed
DESCRIPTION:It’s Time to Testify for Connecticut’s Environmental Rights Amendment\nMarch 4 @ 10:30 am in person\, online or in writing.\nThis is the time to make your voice heard at the CT General Assembly in support of the CT Environmental Rights Amendment! \nThe public hearing is when the legislators are most likely to be listening to and reading what you have to say\, and then what you say goes into the public record! \nHere is the language of the resolution proposing the CT ERA. This is language our team proposed last year\, so we are happy to see strong language again.  To follow the progress of the resolution click here: SJ 37. \n  \nWhat you can do: \nRegister to testify in person or on zoom.  Click here and sign up. \nSubmit written testimony in SUPPORT of SJ 37. Here’s the form to submit written testimony. Select the hearing date (March 4)\, and select SJ37 (the first resolution on the list). \n  \nTemplate for your written testimony: \nI am writing in SUPPORT of SJ 37\, Resolution Proposing an Amendment to the State Constitution Concerning Environmental Rights. \n{Give your name\, town\, and any organization you represent. Add any personal story about why you care about environmental rights.} \n  \nTalking points: \nClean and healthy air\, water\, soil\, and ecosystems\, a clean and healthy environment\, and a safe and stable climate are fundamental human rights and essential to the health and survival of the people of Connecticut. \nThis resolution will put environmental rights before the people in a referendum. This is democracy in action. Let the people decide! \nWith the Federal government rapidly dismantling environmental protections and the Environmental Protection Agency\, establishing these environmental rights in the Declaration of Rights in the Connecticut State Constitution is more important than ever. \nThe CT Environmental Rights Amendment will: \n\nRaise environmental justice to the highest constitutional standing and enforceability\,\nStrengthen our existing laws and address any gaps or loopholes that result in environmental harm\,\nFocus the government on preventing pollution and environmental degradation\, rather than simply permitting it\,\nProtect our environment and climate for both current and future generations.\n\n  \nOnce you have sent your written testimony to the committee\, send a copy to your legislators\, and ask them to co-sponsor SJ 37.  You can find your legislators here.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/connecticut-amendment-up-for-a-hearing-testimony-written-comments-needed/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260220T194152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T224500Z
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SUMMARY:New Jersey Green Amendment Press Conference
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: Organizations and leaders who are part of the New Jersey Green Amendment Coalition will be hosting a virtual press conference to share their messages on the continued importance of securing constitutional environmental rights for all New Jerseyans\, particularly in an era of federal environmental rollbacks. \nWHO: Speakers will include: \n\nMaya K. van Rossum\, Founder\, Green Amendments For The Generations\nStephen Elliott\, Director of Watershed Programs\, Pinelands Alliance\nShaelyn Parker\, River Protection and Environmental Rights Advocacy Associate\, Delaware Riverkeeper Network\nEllie Gruber\, Member & Representative\, League of Women Voters of New Jersey\nSD Smith\, Member\, Ramapough Munsee Lenape Nation\nErica Beverett\, Lead Organizer\, Parents Engaging Parents New Jersey\nDr. Emile DeVito\, Manager of Science & Stewardship\, New Jersey Conservation Foundation\nRev. Charles Loflin\, Executive Director\, UUFaithActionNJ\nDave Pringle\, Steering Committee\, Empower New Jersey\nJennifer Coffey\, Executive Director\, Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions (ANJEC)\nSharonda Allen\, Chapter Co-Chair\, New Jersey Gateway Chapter of the Climate Reality Project\nKate Delaney\, Senior Political Organizer\, Food and Water Watch New Jersey\nElliott Ruga\, Policy & Communications Director\, New Jersey Highlands Coalition\nBlair Nelsen\, Executive Director\, Waterspirit\n\nWHERE: A livestream of the conference will be available for the public to view on the Green Amendments For The Generations Youtube Channel. \nWHEN: Thursday\, March 5\, beginning at 11:00 am & concluding at approximately 12:00 pm. \nWEBSITE for additional information: www.NJGreenAmendment.org \nThis event is sponsored by Green Amendments For The Generations\, Pinelands Alliance\, Waterspirit\, Delaware Riverkeeper Network\, League of Women Voters of New Jersey\, Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions (ANJEC)\, Food and Water Watch New Jersey\, New Jersey Conservation Foundation\, New Jersey Gateway Chapter of the Climate Reality Project\, Parents Engaging Parents New Jersey\, Ramapough Munsee Lenape Nation\, New Jersey Highlands Coalition\, UUFaithActionNJ\, Appalachian Mountain Club Delaware Valley Chapter\, Camden for Clean Air\, Clean Water Action\, Empower New Jersey\, New Jersey League of Conservation Voters\, New Jersey Student Sustainability Coalition\, and Ironbound Community Corporation.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/new-jersey-green-amendment-press-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
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SUMMARY:Green Amendments at PIELC in Oregon
DESCRIPTION:  \nLand Air Water\, a volunteer student group at the University of Oregon School of Law\, hosts the 44th annual Public Interest Environmental Law Conference (PIELC) in Eugene Oregon\, Thursday\, March 12th to Sunday March 15th. \nThe Conference ‘s theme focuses on fighting back against the dismantling of environmental protections and invites problem solvers\, activists\, scientists\, attorneys\, government officials\, and the public to convene and fight back to restore justice for the environment and for our communities. \nGreen Amendments For The Generations’ Maya van Rossum will be speaking on a panel\, joined by Tom Kerns\, Andrew Welle\, and Mel Martin\, called ” environmental Intergenerational Justice through Constitutional Mandate”. Join us for the talk\, Saturday\, March 14th at 10:15am – 11:45am at the Global Scholars Hall\, room 130\, in Eugene Oregon. \n\n\nLearn more and register here:\n\n\nhttps://www.pielc.org/\n\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/green-amendments-at-pielc-in-oregon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260310T152413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T152413Z
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SUMMARY:GAFTG at Robbinsville Democratic Club
DESCRIPTION:GAFTG will talk with the Robbinsville\, NJ Democratic Club about the Green Amendment concept and how a New Jersey Green Amendment could make a meaningful difference for the people and nature of the Garden State. \nGrover’s Mill Coffee 295 Princeton Hightstown Rd\, West Windsor Township\, NJ 08550
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/gaftg-at-robbinsville-democratic-club/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260211T184511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T184511Z
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SUMMARY:Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:For 2026\, the National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA) proudly presents the theme: “ Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future ” This theme honors the women who have and are reimagining and rebuilding systems to ensure long-term sustainability- environmental\, economic\, educational\, and societal. It recognizes the powerful leadership of women in creating a future that is rooted in equity\, justice\, and opportunity for all. From environmental advocacy to financial reform\, from community organizing to policy innovation\, women are at the forefront of driving holistic change. Their leadership is not only addressing today’s most urgent challenges – it is laying the foundation for a more resilient and inclusive tomorrow. \nThis program is presented by the League of Women Voters and features Maya van Rossum\, founder of the national Green Amendments for The Generations\, a national non-profit organization\, dedicated to passage of green amendments in every state. Maya is designing a blueprint for sustainable transformation\, shaping a sustainable future that supports both people and the planet. \nJoin us for talk! \nRegistration opens Thursday\, March 5th at 10:00am: \nhttps://bclsnj.bibliocommons.com/events/69810f7a94297d3600a9722c \nThursday\, March 19\, 6:00pm\nBurlington County Library \n5 Pioneer Blvd \nWestampton\, NJ 08060
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/leading-the-change-women-shaping-a-sustainable-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260310T212310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T212310Z
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SUMMARY:Ambassador Training: How To Talk About Green Amendments in Data Center Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Ambassador Training! \nHow To Talk About Green Amendments in Data Center Advocacy \nData centers are proliferating across the United States during a time when there are a lack of laws\, regulations\, ordinances\, and zoning protections to defend our communities from these hyperscale development proposals. Many are wondering: what pathways exist for the people to ensure we are not introducing critical environmental threats to our cherished places and spaces? \nOne option: passing a constitutional Green Amendment that: \n\nprotects the people’s rights to clean\, safe\, and healthy environments to the same degree as other fundamental freedoms\, like free speech;\nPlaces an obligation on state & local government to act as the trustee of the state’s natural resources for the benefit of present and future generations.\n\nIn this Ambassador training\, learn how you can talk about Green Amendments in your data center advocacy and spread awareness about how Green Amendments offer powerful protections when there are gaps in existing environmental law. We will also have time for question & answer and a review of our materials for reaching out to community groups. \nWHEN: Tuesday\, March 31 at 6PM ET / 5PM CT / 4 PM MT / 3PM PT \nWHERE: Register for the training on Zoom.  \n  \nA recording of this training will be made available on our Green Amendments Action Platform under ‘Programs’.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/ambassador-training-how-to-talk-about-green-amendments-in-data-center-advocacy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260313T184844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T200535Z
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SUMMARY:[POSTPONED] New Mexico Green Amendment Update and Planning Session
DESCRIPTION:This event is postponed until further notice. \n———– \nYou’re invited to our New Mexico Green Amendment 2026 Planning Session on Wednesday\, April 1 at 10AM MT.  \nWe are preparing for a strong year in 2027 by kicking out education and outreach efforts into gear! Join us for this important discussion so that we can advance constitutional environmental rights for all. On the agenda: \n\nAn update on the New Mexico Green Amendment movement – where we’ve been\, where we are now\, and why these protections are still so critical\n\n\nDiscussion on how Green Amendments have secured protections in other states\, including for pressing issues like data centers\nCollaboration on essential outreach and community engagement plans for the NM Green Amendment\n\nThis event is hosted by the New Mexico Green Amendment Coalition.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/new-mexico-green-amendment-update-and-planning-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260212T204353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151605Z
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SUMMARY:The Pennsylvania Green Amendment: How it Works for Municipal Government\, Agency Decision-making\, and Legislative Action (12PM)
DESCRIPTION:Join Green Amendments For The Generations for an in-depth webinar all about the Pennsylvania Green Amendment– its history\, language\, and applications at the state and local government levels. Experts will speak specifically to Green Amendment obligations and opportunities for municipal government officials\, state regulatory agencies\, and state legislators\, followed by a Question and Answer session. Resources will be made available during and after the webinar. REGISTER HERE! \nExpert speakers include: \n\nMaya K. van Rossum\, Founder and Leader of the National Green Amendment Movement\nKacy Manahan\, Senior Attorney for Green Amendments For The Generations & Delaware Riverkeeper Network\nDevin McDougall\, Supervising Senior Attorney\, Clean Energy Program\, Earthjustice\nDevon Guyer\, Staff Attorney for Green Amendments For The Generations & Delaware Riverkeeper Network\n\nMore information on the Pennsylvania Green Amendment can be found at www.PAGreenAmendment.org. \nAnother presentation of this webinar will be held on Wednesday\, April 8 at 6PM.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/the-pennsylvania-green-amendment-how-it-works-for-municipal-government-agency-decision-making-and-legislative-action-12pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260212T205027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151541Z
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SUMMARY:The Pennsylvania Green Amendment: How it Works for Municipal Government\, Agency Decision-making\, and Legislative Action (6PM)
DESCRIPTION:Join Green Amendments For The Generations for an in-depth webinar all about the Pennsylvania Green Amendment– its history\, language\, and applications at the state and local government levels. Experts will speak specifically to Green Amendment obligations and opportunities for municipal government officials\, state regulatory agencies\, and state legislators\, followed by a Question and Answer session. Resources will be made available during and after the webinar. REGISTER HERE! \nExpert speakers include: \n\nMaya K. van Rossum\, Founder and Leader of the National Green Amendment Movement\nKacy Manahan\, Senior Attorney for Green Amendments For The Generations & Delaware Riverkeeper Network\nDevin McDougall\, Supervising Senior Attorney\, Clean Energy Program\, Earthjustice\nDevon Guyer\, Staff Attorney for Green Amendments For The Generations & Delaware Riverkeeper Network\n\nMore information on the Pennsylvania Green Amendment can be found at www.PAGreenAmendment.org. \nAnother presentation of this webinar will be held on Wednesday\, April 8 at 12PM.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/the-pennsylvania-green-amendment-how-it-works-for-municipal-government-agency-decision-making-and-legislative-action-6pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260330T210438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T210438Z
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SUMMARY:Questions\, Constitutional Rights\, and Ordinances - Taking on Pennsylvania Data Centers
DESCRIPTION:How the PA Green Amendment can help communities as they seek to take on the threat and harm of data centers. \nThis three-topic webinar will include presentations about effective data center municipal ordinances\, the hard questions activists need to be asking when faced with a data center\, as well as the discussion of how constitutional environmental rights can be put to work to help. \nNot from PA? But facing a data center in your state? This webinar will be providing info that can be broadly applied\, including helping you to understand how a well-crafted Green Amendment can make a difference. \nApril 21\, 6PM ET \nRegister at bit.ly/datacenters3 
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/questions-constitutional-rights-and-ordinances-taking-on-pennsylvania-data-centers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260414T211401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T211831Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Green Amendment Press Conference
DESCRIPTION:Legislators & Advocates Announce Michigan Constitutional Amendment Protecting Environmental Rights  \n(aka a Michigan Green Amendment) \nLead Legislators Believe This Could Be A Pivotal Year For The Constitutional Right \n  \nWhat: Leading Michigan State Legislators and advocates will gather to announce filing of the Michigan Green Amendment that would protect the right of all the people of the state to a clean and healthy environment\, including clean water\, air\, and soils; balanced ecosystems; and a stable climate. If passed\, Michigan would be the first state to explicitly recognize and protect the environmental justice values of a healthy environment\, as well as the right to a safe and stable climate. \nWho: Press conference speakers include: \n\nRepresentative Donovan McKinney\, 11th District\nSenator Sue Shink\, 14th District\nMaya K. van Rossum\, Founder\, Green Amendments For The Generations\nMore Michigan environmental leaders to be determined\n\n\nWhen: Earth Day\, April 22\, 2026\, 12:45 pm \nWhere: Michigan State Capitol \n100 N. Capitol Ave.\, Lansing\, MI 48933 \nRoom 405\, Senate Press Room \nPhoto opportunities available. Members of the press and public are invited to attend.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/michigan-green-amendment-press-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
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SUMMARY:Green Amendments For The Generations at Sierra Club North Central PA
DESCRIPTION:This Earth Day\, Green Amendments For The Generations will speak to the Sierra Club North Central PA chapter at Bucknell University. \nJoin us for a conversation on the history of the PA Green Amendment\, some key GA victories\, and how you can take action in your state to uplift Green Amendment protections! \nWHEN: Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026 from 6:30-7:30PM \nWHERE: Bucknell University MacDonald Commons \n560 Christy Mathewson Dr \nLewisburg\, PA 17837 \nHOW: Register for the event at bit.ly/EarthDayERA.
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/sierra-club-north-central-pa/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T200907
CREATED:20260424T164518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T165840Z
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SUMMARY:Pennsylvania Virtual Town Hall on Data Centers
DESCRIPTION:The Better Path Coalition and No False Climate Solutions PA are hosting a statewide virtual town hall on data centers from 7 – 9 p.m. on May 13. \nIn the past year\, Pennsylvanians have experienced a tsunami of data center proposals. The known impacts of the data centers themselves\, as well as those of the fossil fuel and nuclear infrastructure necessary to power them\, are profound. Additional impacts are being identified as research struggles to catch up with the data center development. \nGovernor Josh Shapiro boasts that he “Gets Stuff Done.” To date\, “Gets Stuff Done” has involved brokering deals\, promoting industry-friendly policies and subsidies\, pressing to add more power generation to the grid\, and smoothing the way for data center developers with fast-tracked permitting and other assists. \nThe one thing he has not gotten done is hearing from his constituents. The Better Path and No False Climate Solutions PA Coalitions — have attempted to work with the Gov’s office to schedule a statewide virtual town hall. He has not made himself available for two hours to hear from the people. \nSince he refused to work with us\, we are now scheduling the town hall for 7 – 9 p.m. on May 13 and are inviting him\, federal and state legislators\, regulators\, local officials\, and press to attend. We will deliver a 4′ engraved invitation to his office on May 5. \nHere’s how you can participate:\nYou can sign on to the official petition calling for Governor Shapiro to attend the town hall and hear our voices. Individual names signed in this petition will be automatically added to the physical 4′ engraved invitation we are planning on delivering to the Governor’s office on May 5th. \nSign the petition  \nIf you want to add your organization to the invitation\, please sign up below. (If you do not want your individual name to appear on the invitation\, you can specify that here as well). \nAdd your name or organization to the engraved invitation \nThe virtual town hall is scheduled for Wednesday\, May 13th\, 7:00- 9:00pm. \nRegister to ATTEND the town hall \nIf you would like to make a 3-minute statement at the town hall\, please sign up here. Spaces are filling up fast\, so sign up now! \nRegister to SPEAK at the town hall
URL:https://forthegenerations.org/events/pennsylvania-virtual-town-hall-on-data-centers/
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