Knox Climate Action Now

Knox Climate Action Now - KnoxCAN

Scientists agree there’s no doubt. We’re already feeling the impact. Unless there’s immediate change the consequences become irreversible. And we can do it!

The City of Knox has a long history of active environmental groups with strong credentials and outcomes. These groups met in February 2019 and overwhelmingly voted that climate change is the most significant issue needing attention.

But Knox Council already declared an emergency didn't they?

Well no, they did not! On the 29th of October, 2019, Knox Councilors voted unanimously to "demand swift, decisive action to address climate change within the City of Knox". (See KCC Media release here). Which is great! On a local scale anyway. But climate change is bigger than just Knox. Without a worldwide response, nothing will change and without Knox on the list of declared areas, we don't get counted and are not contributing the push to make climate change the worlds priority.

Here are some stats for you: (as of 19/06/2020)

• There are 31 councils in Victoria which have declared a Climate Emergency. That is 43% of all Vic states.
• On a national level, there are 96 declared councils out of a possible 537. That is only 18%.

Why is a declaration so important on a local level? International politics and our federal governments aren't acting in meaningful ways. Councils can lobby upwards, communicate to neighbours and educate community & build resilience.

Local Councils lobby the State Government. The State Government lobby's the Federal Government. The Federal Government lobby's the world.

KnoxCAN Aims:

1. Petition Knox City Council to declare a climate emergency and to enact a climate emergency action plan.

2. Speak out against the destructive impact of climate change on our human communities and natural ecosystems.

3. Promote education and empowerment of the local Knox community to take action to restore a safe environment.

For more info: What could a Climate and Ecological Emergency Declaration look like in Knox?

How you can help:

Social media

Like, follow and share Knox Climate Action Now on Facebook and let your elected representatives know you want a brighter future, not a hotter one.

Write to your local Councillor

Write to your local ward Councillor and tell them that you support the declaration of a Climate Emergency.

For inspiration and to find your local councilor, please click here.

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Further Reading:

Council Action in the Climate Emergency: http://www.caceonline.org/

Climate Emergency Declaration: https://climateemergencydeclaration.org/

Recommended watch list:

Climate Change: The Facts by David Attenborough

Causes and Effects of Climate Change by National Geographic

Climate Change 101 with Bill Nye by National Geographic

Climate Change by The Weekly