“An informed citizenry is at the heart of a dynamic democracy.” — Jefferson. Misinformation threatens our progress. Join SOCAN & Bert Etling (@Ashland.news) to learn how to spot the fraud. Feb 24, 6pm, Medford Library, Free #ClimateAction #SOCAN #StopDisinformation #Oregon buff.ly/qIXYqVX

Tomorrow! Join us for a community screening of Youth v. Gov, a powerful documentary following a group of young Americans who take the U.S. government to court over its failure to protect their constitutional right to a livable future. buff.ly/thGVwET *SOCAN will be providing popcorn and hot tea.

The Coastal SOCAN meeting on Feb 3 at 5:15 dives into real‑world EV ownership, from plug‑in hybrids to charging at home or on the road. New and experienced drivers will share what it’s actually like to go electric — no sales pitch, just honest insights. buff.ly/7d3et7M

Join us for a community screening of Youth v. Gov, a powerful documentary following a group of young Americans who take the U.S. government to court over its failure to protect their constitutional right to a livable future. buff.ly/thGVwET

Here's a bit of good news we all need: 7 numbers that explain why the future of buildings is all-electric buff.ly/pYHaHSC

The Climate Monologues at Ashland Grange — January 9 & 10! Join us at the historic Ashland Grange for The Climate Monologues by Sharon Abreu, a powerful evening of storytelling, music, and lived experience. This is a benefit for Southern Oregon Climate Action Now. Tickets: buff.ly/mVupFV1

Support SOCAN on Giving Tuesday! Your donation will help us continue vital projects in climate education, community collaboration, and advocacy for science‑based solutions. buff.ly/DdAuBnS

If you missed our October monthly meeting, Heat Beneath the Waves, Dr. Gorham presented a similar talk at the Portland Chapter of The Climate Reality Project. @ClimateRealityPDX buff.ly/rhHwdfR

Southern Oregon Climate Action Now (SOCAN) invites you to an evening of inspiration, connection, and climate solutions at the Third Annual Sips for Sustainability, held on Wednesday, November 13, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. You can purchase your ticket to the event at - buff.ly/JNmrATJ

Tonight! Climate change is heating our oceans—reshaping ecosystems, weather, and coastal life. Join SOCAN & Dr. Bill Gorham to explore impacts and solutions. Free public event! #ClimateAction #SOCAN buff.ly/kHaqPz7

Renewables vs Fossil Fuels: Land Use Showdown Skeptics say clean energy means paving over paradise. In just 2½ minutes, Prof. Mark Jacobson compares how much land the U.S. would need for renewables vs fossil fuels. Watch the October 4th video to see the comparison for yourself! buff.ly/V4yCoPR

Cheers to Our Sponsors! A huge thank-you to all the incredible partners who make Sips for Sustainability possible — and climate progress real. Your leadership, generosity, and commitment to community and sustainability power this event and our shared work for a livable future.

Are ‘vampire devices’ draining energy in your home? Here’s what to do. buff.ly/JINueb6

This year, we saw over three hundred SOCAN event attendees, logged 500 volunteer hours, and wrote 200 public comments during the 2025 legislative session. Join us at Sips for Sustainability to celebrate and support what’s next. 🌿 buff.ly/h4uQoaT

🌊 Heat Beneath the Waves — Dive into the unseen effects of climate change on our oceans with Dr. Bill Gorham and Coastal SOCAN. Discover how warming seas and acidification disrupt ecosystems, impact coastal communities, and fuel global feedback loops. #OceanHealth buff.ly/eRbJDlR

🎵 Live at Sips: MOUNTAINTOP SOUND! November 13th for the annual SOCAN Sips for Sustainability fundraiser. Purchase your ticket here – buff.ly/CP9DDTo

Tonight! Join us in welcoming the Oregon Citizens’ Utility Board (CUB) as this month’s featured speakers—champions of fairness, clean energy, and climate accountability. For over 40 years, CUB has been Oregon’s watchdog for ratepayers. buff.ly/qqk9GuO

Let’s celebrate and support climate solutions together. Tickets are live now! buff.ly/Sm2p9Rv

Reminder! The CEAP Composting workshop is tonight, 6pm at the Ashland Public Library. Whether you're a seasoned composter or just getting going, you'll get practical tips on reducing organic waste, enriching your soil, and lowering methane emissions. More details: buff.ly/aMKZ79x

Our fall tradition returns! Join us on November 13th for Sips for Sustainability — a night of flavor, fun, and purpose. 🌿

🌱 Turn food scraps into climate action! Join SOCAN’s free Composting for Climate Action workshop — Sept 24, 6–7:30pm at Ashland Public Library. Learn how composting supports Ashland’s CEAP goals and builds community resilience. Details: buff.ly/AMmuGYA

Power to the People: CUB Takes the Mic! Join us in welcoming the Oregon Citizens’ Utility Board (CUB), champions of climate accountability for over 40 years, as this month’s featured speakers. Tuesday, September 30th, 6:00pm, at Medford Public Library, 205 S. Central Avenue. buff.ly/B2RC9tP

OLLI open registration begins tomorrow for Living With Climate Change: Rogue Valley. A terrific opportunity to refresh your knowledge of climate change, with a focus on Southern Oregon! buff.ly/L1g1Qjg

At the Winter Dreams Summer Gardens Symposium, Alan Journet and Kathy Conway will be discussing the merits of electrifying yard work and landscaping, what equipment is available, and the cost to you. October 18th, 10:30am via Zoom. For more info, visit buff.ly/hZb52oV. #jcmga #osuextension

Join our friends at Sierra Club for a free webinar about the scale of data center buildout, the impacts of data centers on affordability, climate, and public health, and some of the emerging tools to help get a handle on this buildout. August 20, 2025 at 7pm. Register at this link: buff.ly/NA0cCXu

Our friends at Electrify Now are holding a webinar, Whole Home Batteries: Costs, Benefits, and Payback, focusing on key benefits of battery storage—back up power during outages and long-term financial savings. It will be August 21, 2025 at noon and it's free. Register here: buff.ly/pvFISED

Fire and smoke have become a persistent threat in Southwest Oregon, with climate change playing a key role. Dr. Chris Adlam will discuss how climate trends are intensifying fire risk and what that means for the future of the region. August 26th, 6pm at the Medford Public Library. buff.ly/BLHrzmy

Kathryn Hayhoe again gives us encouraging words. China's clean-energy exports cut emissions worldwide, more record-breaking heat and floods, and a Saving Us action story buff.ly/AjyjjAH

Are you aware that Ashland has implemented a Clean Energy Action Plan? Participate in an engaging community workshop as we explore the second session on Buildings. Wednesday, July 30th 6:00–7:30 PM Ashland Public Library buff.ly/3fBKu3j

Reminder: Don't miss this interesting talk tonight! Are strong beliefs in climate change getting in the way of climate action? Dr. Rob Winthrop's will explore this idea and more at the Medford Public Library, July 29th at 6pm. socan.eco/event/climat... #RethinkClimateAction #ClimateScience

Are strong beliefs in climate change getting in the way of climate action? Dr. Rob Winthrop's will explore this idea and more at the Medford Public Library, July 29th at 6pm. socan.eco/event/climat... #RethinkClimateAction #ClimateScience #ClimateSocialDimensions #ClimateBeliefs

Is climate change an environmental problem? Maybe not! Should we mobilize for a climate-positive future around shared goals, not beliefs? Come hear Dr. Rob Winthrop's interesting take on this topic at the Medford Public Library, July 29th at 6pm. socan.eco/event/climat... #RethinkClimateAction

Deconstruction of a different sort. Why taking apart buildings piece by piece is a climate solution. buff.ly/JmyYaoN

Grok uses climate change stats to explain Trump’s post about Texas floods.

A reminder that How to Go Solar + Storage is tonight, June 24th, 6pm at the Medford Public Library! Learn about your options and have your questions answered by solar experts! buff.ly/I9NsHUM

A reminder that How to Go Solar + Storage is tomorrow, June 24th, 6pm at the Medford Public Library! Learn about your options and have your questions answered by solar experts! buff.ly/I9NsHUM

Just a reminder that Show Your Stripes is a great visualization tool to educate friends and acquaintances about climate change. This image focuses on Portland. showyourstripes.info

Learn the difference between individual and systemic change. Recycling matters. But policy shifts matter more. We need both. Understand where your power lies—and when to organize. #SystemChangeANDBehaviorChange #SOClimateActionNow

Don’t fall for greenwashing. 🧼 Just because it’s labeled “eco” doesn’t mean it is. Do your homework. Demand honesty from brands. #GreenwashingExposed #BuyWithBrains #SOClimateActionNow

Southern Oregon Climate Action Now launched its premier Green Business Recognition ceremony on Thursday, June 12, with a “green ribbon cutting” at a four-plex built out of straw bales on Wightman Street in Ashland.

Recycling isn’t magic. ♻️ It’s a last resort, not a solution. Reduce and reuse come first. Recycling has limits—know them. #RecycleReality #LessIsMore #SOClimateActionNow

Know your utility’s fuel mix. ⚡ Your power bill comes with a source. Coal? Gas? Renewables? Learn it, track it, demand better. #CleanGrid #KnowYourSource #SOClimateActionNow

Know your local climate impacts. Climate change isn’t distant—it’s here. Fires, floods, food systems. Learn what’s happening in your region to better respond. #LocalClimate #ActWhereYouAre #SOClimateActionNow

Have you ever discussed with family and friends how to escape utility price hikes by going solar? Is it still a good time to go solar in 2025? Find out at a free educational event on June 24th, 6pm at the Medford Public Library. buff.ly/TF6Szps

Learn what's in your tap water. 🚰 Clean water isn’t guaranteed. Learn where yours comes from—and what’s in it. Then ask: who’s protecting it? #WaterIsLife #KnowYourSource #SOClimateActionNow

Virginia’s 65 MW solar farm is pairing panels with lambs and bees—producing clean power, local honey, and sustainable grazing. It’s a model for how renewables can support rural economies and ecosystems. 🌞🐑🍯 #Agrivoltaics #CleanEnergy #SustainableFarming #Virginia

Find out who represents you. Climate policy starts with elected officials. Know who’s making decisions in your name—and hold them accountable. #KnowYourReps #VoteClimate #SOClimateActionNow

Youth are suing the Trump admin, claiming fast-tracked fossil fuel orders violated their constitutional right to a livable climate. If successful, it could set precedent for intergenerational justice. 📢 This isn’t just symbolic—it’s strategic. #ClimateJustice #GenesisBvUS

Share climate wins. 📣 Hope is contagious. Celebrate the good news—local solar projects, global agreements, community gardens. #ClimateWins #GoodNewsMatters #SOCAN

Find your Climate Why and Show Gratitude What are you protecting? A local forest, a child’s future, clean water? Anchor your action in love—not just fear. #ClimateWhy #ActFromGratitude #SOClimateActionNow