One of the most valuable aspects of this ride is the opportunity to bike with such a diverse range of professionals committed to creating positive environmental change. But unlike other environmental gatherings in which I’ve participated, many on this ride recognize that the tactics employed to date to build a nationwide movement for change have met with limited success and must change. It’s the acknowledgement that . . . (more...)

As we began Day 1 of the Brita Climate Ride early this morning in Manhattan’s Soho neighborhood I was struck by how appreciative and enthusiastic the New Yorkers we met along the route were that we were heading out for 5 days to raise awareness about climate change. To me, it’s very much a sign of the hunger for (more...)