Coal Protest: Moms Begin Ascent of Mt. Rainier!
Climb delivers strong message to governor
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Four Washington moms have begun their attempt to summit Mount Rainier this weekend to deliver a strong message to their governor about coal.
The Climb Against Coal challenges Governor Gregoire to close or convert the TransAlta coal plant by 2015, 10 years earlier than the governor wants to. The TransAlta plant is Washington’s largest toxic polluter and largest stationary source of global warming pollution.
Read the letter the moms sent to Governor Gregoire. Here, an excerpt:
As mothers, we are concerned about the magnitude of greenhouse gases that come directly from the coal plant, creating climate chaos for future generations. We want our children to be able to stand in awe of the magnificent glaciers on Mount Rainier, as we do today.
Follow their progress this weekend on Facebook. Be sure to give them a "Like" so they know you have their support.
Learn more about the issue and this action at the Climb Against Coal website.
An Earthjustice staff member from 1999 until 2015, Brian used outreach and partnership skills to cover many issues, including advocacy campaign efforts to promote a healthy ocean.