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Brita Climate Ride is a fully supported, 5-day fundraising bike ride from New York City to Washington DC, September 26 – 30, 2009. It’s the ride of a lifetime through the East Coast's most beautiful countryside. Join the community of Climate Riders for world class biking and the chance to meet and network with leaders in climate change, renewable energy and environmental causes.
The ride departs from the heart of Manhattan and then travels along country roads through New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. On the fifth day, riders cycle past the iconic Washington Monument to arrive at the U.S. Capitol. Here we celebrate the riders’ amazing accomplishment and valuable contribution to the advancement of climate change education and renewable energy policies. A highlight of the ride is that Climate Ride arranges appointments for every rider to personally meet with her/his Congressional representative. It makes an impression to pedal 300 miles to meet your senator.
Each evening of the ride, expert speakers educate and inspire Climate Riders about climate change, environmental, and energy issues. Our riders and the communities we pass through will learn that our government, businesses, and each individual American will benefit from a cleaner, healthier climate. This is a unique event—a fundraiser and climate conference on wheels. Learn more about our speakers here.
Climate Riders can register for $100 and then raise $2400 in order to participate; proceeds go to Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Focus the Nation, and Clean Air – Cool Planet. Learn more about the ride in the FAQ.
What do climate change, energy, and the environment have to do with me? Can I make a difference?
It’s on the news every night, but most Americans still do not feel connected to the issue that could cause billions of dollars in environmental damage, massive societal upheaval, war, and famine. New research shows that if present trends continue, "the total cost of climate change will be as high as 3.6 percent of gross domestic product (GDP). Four global warming impacts alone -- hurricane damage, real estate losses, energy costs, and water costs -- will come with a price tag of 1.8 percent of U.S. GDP, or almost $1.9 trillion annually (in today's dollars) by 2100." That is why it is vital to raise awareness and increase our understanding of climate change. You can begin by supporting the work of Climate Ride’s non-profit beneficiaries.
We ride to support Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Focus the Nation, and Clean Air – Cool Planet. Your fundraising helps these beneficiaries continue to provide the critical services and education needed to address climate and energy issues. Right now, your fundraising and your effort to raise awareness are more critical than ever. Learn more about our beneficiary projects here.
Climate change and our energy future are serious issues and we need a wake up call--changing our lifestyles to include more biking and less oil-induced gluttony is one step in the right direction. Solving our climate change and energy problems will improve our lives.
We can create communities with cleaner air, where we drive efficient cars and live and work in energy-saving, healthy buildings. If you demand it, our legislators and business community will promote clean energy and smarter transportation systems. By joining Climate Ride, you can take a step in this direction. Turn off the oil I.V. drip, ditch your car and join us for a week of pedal power—all for a good cause. This transformative bicycling event is ideal for anyone who believes that change is possible and that America can take the lead in a green economy.
“On Climate Ride I met experts from every field of work and climate enthusiasts from every state. Together we brainstormed how to solve climate change -- while taking in the beauty and challenge of transporting ourselves, carbon-free, from New York to DC! Once there, I had a chance to meet my U.S. Senator. We had a half-hour, one-on-one conversation that confirmed our ride did raise awareness, that politicians are listening, and that we can work together toward a clean energy future.”
— Allison Smith, Climate Rider, Cambridge, MA |
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