Power Shift 2007
The shift of power begins this weekend as more than 5,000 college students from every state in the U.S. unite to discuss global warming. Power Shift 2007 is the first and largest youth climate summit in history. National Wildlife Federation’s Campus Ecology program is providing students with workshops that will help organize support on campus. NWF staff will also have a booth there to talk about programs students can engage in.
Looking for more information?
Find out more on www.powershift2007.org. Also check out what NWF's Campus Ecology is up to and read the Gristmill's take on the weekend.
This looks like an amazing opportunity for students! Thanks for sharing the info!
Posted by: GreenMeansGo | November 01, 2007 at 05:13 PM
That is such a great idea to mobilize the youth. I hope they take some time to focus on the energy bill that is currently in congress. I'm working with a group to try and make sure the current provisions of a 35 mpg fuel economy standard by the year 2020 and renewable electricity sources remain in the energy bill. There is a petition at http://energybill2007.us if anyone wants to sign it.
Bravo to the college students that are involved in power shift.
Posted by: Pat | November 01, 2007 at 06:58 PM
keep up the good work. have a great Lobby Day on Monday, and pay attention to Derek!
Posted by: kathy dyas | November 03, 2007 at 06:23 PM
Congratulations to the college students for realizing the importance of the Global Warming challenge. Their enthusiasm and vigor should really help to slow down the soaring thermometer. Hopefully, they will be even more successful than we "oldies"!
Posted by: Jeanie Kilgour | November 03, 2007 at 06:36 PM
This is so encouraging! It takes me back to my college days....our youth CAN change our world.
Posted by: Kathleen | November 03, 2007 at 06:48 PM
The college students who are attending Power Shift are our key to the future. They will undoubtedly come up with new and innovative ideas that are not even in our present global warming dictionary. Most people think that college kids are not interested in the environment, global warming, etc. but try talking to them sometimes and see how they feel about stores staying open 24 - 7 using too much energy. You'll be surprised.
Posted by: Ann Rehmert | November 03, 2007 at 07:11 PM
I'm very proud of all of you participating Power Shift. You will definitely be making the world a better place each and every day. God Bless you, and take care of you,
LJ
Posted by: lonajoyce | November 03, 2007 at 07:29 PM
Thanks to all of you students who took the time to go to PowerShift '07 - it's not easy in the middle of the semester! Let's hope you guys can do what your grandparents' and parents' generations have been unable to do - make the hard decisions that your grandchildren and great-grandchildren will revere you for!
Posted by: Greg Murray | November 03, 2007 at 07:38 PM
The destruction of our mountains, with the use of windmills, multiplies the loss of clean air, clean water, geese, birds, bats, insects, plants, animals, trees and the true life and beauty of Nature. Hopefully you can open their eyes.......Good Luck..
Posted by: Verlee A. | November 03, 2007 at 07:45 PM
Remember, if we don't get this right, no other issue matters.
Posted by: Bob | November 03, 2007 at 07:48 PM
I am very proud of you young people for doing something about the wrongs of this world that should have been addressed a long time ago. Keep up the good work! I have a certified wildlife habitate in my yard and I proud to do my part!
Posted by: Debi Slawson | November 03, 2007 at 07:49 PM
thank you that was way to cool i hope you get 100% send us more so i can do more please add me to your e-mail contacts
thanks way to go
Posted by: power shift | November 03, 2007 at 07:49 PM
Awesome!
Posted by: StevenAK | November 03, 2007 at 07:52 PM
We need the young people to take this challenge forward for they are our future.
Posted by: Laura J | November 03, 2007 at 07:55 PM
Thank you young people of our future, i pray that your efforts will not go unnoticed.
Posted by: martha triplett | November 03, 2007 at 08:34 PM
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, for taking action today to stop further destruction tomorrow. You are our future. I strongly believe you CAN correct past mistakes, change the world, and make it a better place.
Posted by: Carolyn B | November 03, 2007 at 09:13 PM
Together we may be able to change this world for the better. Thanks for being part of it. Bless you all and keep on pushing!
Posted by: Gwyn Williams-Stanton | November 03, 2007 at 09:28 PM
Thank you for being so involved in the preservation of our planet!
Posted by: Kate B | November 03, 2007 at 09:32 PM
Thank you for being involved. Our future depends on great young people like you. Hang in there and keep up the good work.
Posted by: CJ | November 03, 2007 at 09:38 PM
thank you for your involvemnt in this important work
Posted by: lisa | November 03, 2007 at 10:01 PM
EVERY IMPRESSIVE, THAT MAKES ME PROUD TO SEE OUR NEXT GENERATION UNDERSTAND WHAT IS HAPPENING BUT R DETIRMED TO CHANGED THINGS . THANK YOU APPLAUSE APPLAUSE
Posted by: diane adams | November 03, 2007 at 10:03 PM
You should be commended for caring enough to get involved in this critical issue! You are the future, and I rest easier knowing that you're committed to helping solve this crisis that will eventually determine the fate of our planet. THANK YOU FOR TAKING ACTION...you're an inspiration!
Posted by: Bonnie Watson | November 03, 2007 at 10:14 PM
I have gotten too lame and old to even enjoy the outdoors, but I thank you for trying to save the wilderness for my grandchildren. I remember the joy of it and wish you success in maintaining it.I will try to teasch them to continue your work.
Posted by: Georgia Weatherhead | November 03, 2007 at 10:37 PM
Thank you from all of the world for your efforts!
Posted by: Michelle | November 03, 2007 at 10:49 PM
Thank You to all who will participate. Stick together and you shall conquer. Remember there is strenght in numbers.
Posted by: SteeleHeaD | November 03, 2007 at 11:26 PM
i am so proud of all of you - it is your future at stake and i for one feel we can as a world reverse the negative energy that is occurring - you are on the right track - keep up the good energy and thank you so much -
a proud american
eileen loro
Posted by: eileen loro | November 03, 2007 at 11:38 PM
I am presently at the Power Shift conference in DC, and I wanted to thank everyone who left comments. It means a lot to all of us college students to know that others are behind us. Get ready for some amazing activist work to come out of this weekend!
Posted by: Lauren | November 03, 2007 at 11:44 PM
I know the power you have to change the world and am proud of you. I hold you all in my heart as you strive address the global crisis we all have created but can't seem to face as political nations.
Posted by: Kent Salazar | November 04, 2007 at 12:37 AM
The future of this planet is in your hands. As we all do what we can, I'm sure the strength of our youth will fight for the changes that will make this world a much better place. Thank you and may God Bless each and every one of you. Make your voices be heard!.
Posted by: Patricia Phillips | November 04, 2007 at 07:08 AM
It is really awesome that you future leaders and citizens are taking the time to serve our country and world by fighting for what is smart and right, the fight for sane energy policy.
Posted by: Woodrow Albin | November 04, 2007 at 08:30 AM
It is great to know that through these troubled times which our earth and its inhabitants are undergoing, there are people who are making a diffrence. Like Dr. Jane Goodal once said,"Every individual makes a diffrence". No imagine a whole lot of college students! GO POWER SHIFT!
Posted by: David R. Couto | November 04, 2007 at 08:36 AM
Thanks to all you committed students who have renewed my faith in the power of numbers to effect change. We did it in the 1960s -- now it's your turn to make your voices heard. GOOD LUCK!
Posted by: Diane | November 04, 2007 at 09:11 AM
This is phenominal!! It was becoming a huge concern for me that for a while I believed the youth of America were living behind a video game, but this has confirmed how wrong I was. As an activist from the 60's I thought the days of activism were long since past, unless us "old folks" continued to pick up the banner and hobble across the country with it. I am so proud to see what these young people are doing. Continue to keep us informed and how we can support you. You have made us all so proud!!!!
Posted by: Renee Still Day | November 04, 2007 at 09:16 AM
If not your generation, then who? My generation has destroyed the planet in so many ways. Please be relentless in your resolve to save our planet, wildlife and enviroment.
Posted by: JP Dodson | November 04, 2007 at 10:08 AM
As an activist baby-boomer, teacher, and parent, I am thrilled to see you mobilize and put your optimism, creativity, and youthful energy to work for this cause. Rescuing the environment is the great task of our day, and I'm proud of you for taking it on. You're giving us all hope for the future of our planet. Please let all of us old rabble-rousers know how we can help.
Posted by: Jean Lewandowski | November 04, 2007 at 11:50 AM
good show!you make me hopeful
for the future.
Posted by: Scottie A. Kenyon | November 04, 2007 at 01:41 PM
You give me hope. When I hear people all around me in total denial about global warming, it gives me faith that you, the up and comers in our world, will take up the hard tasks before us all and save this earth - hopefully before the non-believers destroy it all.
Posted by: Carole | November 04, 2007 at 02:51 PM
My thanks and praise to all of you who are willing to take time out of your busy lives to converge on our nations capitol and make your statement for a better enviroment.
"You are the world; you are the future."
Posted by: Jane Kober | November 04, 2007 at 03:56 PM
Thanks to all of you the envirnoment is getting the champions it needs.
Posted by: Dusty Stepanski | November 04, 2007 at 04:55 PM
On a personal level -if every person hung their jeans up to dry we could save tons of fuel and it wouldn't be that difficult !!!
so--let's make it a mission!
starting NOW !!!
Posted by: Lynn Wray | November 04, 2007 at 05:09 PM
Thanks for standing up to be counted. It's a shame that we, as a people, have to continue to fight for the obvious - that good stewardship of the land ensures a future for everyone, and that raping the Earth is just a quick ticket to racial oblivion. Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Dave Lockman | November 04, 2007 at 06:07 PM
Thank you for your dedication to this important work
Posted by: John Gregg | November 04, 2007 at 08:10 PM
Thank you for your work and representing those millions of us who support you.
Posted by: Rick Plecha | November 04, 2007 at 08:31 PM
We're all in this together. Never give up or let them tell you it can't be done!
Posted by: Cedra & Eric | November 04, 2007 at 08:35 PM
My service dog and I are in the above picture from Washington, DC (in the side "frame" part, by the lower part of the "8"). That was a powerful week, and we visited with many senators, congressmen/women, and other leaders. It was a lot of work, at at times discouraging, but we made a positive difference. It was certainly worth it, and we will be going back to do it all again next year. Thank you for keeping this going. You are making a difference just by being there. Keep in mind the millions of people you represent, who can't be there, but support you in their hearts. You give us all hope. God bless you!
Posted by: Dr. Deborah Hopkinson | November 04, 2007 at 09:13 PM
I am proud of you. You take care of our and your future and if you wouldn't do it, who will.
Posted by: Brita Daemgen | November 04, 2007 at 09:32 PM
We need global warming to end I thank you all for your effort and time. This issue is very important for this generation and future generations to come. Wildlife is a part of us once they cease to exist, then we will cease to exist.
Posted by: Evelyn Rivera | November 04, 2007 at 09:42 PM
As a middle school environmental club advisor, it is wonderful to see college students taking up the call to improve our environment. Bravo!!!
Posted by: Lorie Miller | November 05, 2007 at 07:19 AM
I suggest you hailers of global warming doom read your history and study a little geogolgy. You will find that the earth's climate has been a continual change and there is nothing you can do about it. But, we do need to keep our trash in perspective.
Posted by: Bob Harrington | November 05, 2007 at 08:19 AM
My generation has screwed up the environment for which I apologize to You. I am glad your generation has the guts to repair it. Tune out the negative comments from those who profit from environmental destruction.
Posted by: Frank Star | November 05, 2007 at 08:55 AM
You folks are great. Thanks for all your hard work and dedication. You are going to be the ones who make a real difference. And history is going to remember you as the new "greatest generation"...the one who saved earth.
Posted by: Craig Himelright | November 05, 2007 at 08:55 AM
My generation has screwed up the environment for which I apologize to You. I am glad your generation has the guts to repair it. Tune out the negative comments from those who profit from environmental destruction.
Posted by: Frank Star | November 05, 2007 at 08:57 AM
I'm so proud of you all. Just another example of how our youth of today cares for the environment and is willing to step up and make a difference.
Posted by: John Bramlet | November 05, 2007 at 09:44 AM
TIME IS RUNNING OUT FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES AND THEIR HABITATS...THANKS TO ALL OF YOU TRYING TO SAVE THEM!
Posted by: THERESA SISKIND | November 05, 2007 at 10:36 AM
I cannot thank you enough for your efforts, and have a couple of small facts to keep in mind: when people grow up with no contact with "wild" nature, they won't miss it when it's gone (species going extinct, loss of vast forests with ancient trees hundreds of years old, natural rivers moving freely through natural landscapes, etc.); this suggests that the more we can get our younger citizens outdoors and well-acquainted with those areas that haven't yet been too drastically degraded, the more they will see the value in it, and how we depend on it for our lives and well-being. My own joy is so centered in the natural world that I worry for urban children who fear nature or simply never consider it at all.
My love and best wishes for unprecedented success in your work and your lives in the real, natural world. You will be, by the timing of your birth, the saviours of our Earth's natural processes, which is our sacred life support system and manifestation of the energy inherent in the existence of life and the universe, of which we are each a part (the living, working mind of God, if you will). You can inform people and encourage change by approaching opposition with loving kindness. Be the change you want to see. (Yes, we can do this!)
Posted by: Nori Lane Bishop | November 05, 2007 at 10:55 AM
Outstanding!! You are making history. Thank you for your efforts in caring for our environment.
Posted by: Gwenda Vinkler | November 05, 2007 at 12:52 PM
It is about time that we got serious about stopping the wholescale destruction of the planet. this is a good start.
Posted by: richard marranca | November 05, 2007 at 01:06 PM
It has taken several generations of young people to get this far... some say it may be too late. Too many people who believe that this is all a "natural" cycle, duh! But if college students keep going like you all, then possibly the world has a chance. Thank you for your efforts. And what are we all to do... not just shop at Whole Foods I mean -- Do something to change the world!
Posted by: MK | November 05, 2007 at 01:08 PM
It warms my heart and gives me hope for the future to see college students standing up and being heard for the environment! Keep up the good work. There are many Americans behind you!
Posted by: Susan Watts-Rosenfeld | November 05, 2007 at 01:35 PM
I am so proud of you and your concern for our world. I am also sorry that we and generations before us have taken resources for granted and not been good stewards. May God empower us all to clean up the mess we have created.
Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | November 05, 2007 at 01:55 PM
Hope you all can work it out so you can send a strong message to congress that something needs to be done.
after all, you are the future and this planet will be your future homes. It's time to make the current generation stand up and listen. Keep up the good work. It can only get better from here, thanks to conscientious leaders such as yourselves.
Posted by: regina madsen | November 05, 2007 at 02:57 PM
YYYYEEEEESSS!!! Organize, organize, organize! Victory is within our grasp!
Posted by: jim lang | November 05, 2007 at 03:05 PM
I remember when I was only 14 yrs old and I said save the planet, save the environment, I used to even draw pictures of bands on stages..I called it band-aid..its happened now and I can't say enough about how worried I have been that our youth has no vision. Bu they do. Stay informed. Its a new world. thanks for all you do. Keep doing it. Tell your stores to inform the public about paper or plastic, most have a plan that pays you for reusing or using canvas, but they do not tell people about it. We have got to get away from plastic and plastic bottles should be reused if we are ever going to stop the massive waste destroying our planet and marine life suffering from our garbage.
Posted by: JANET CURTIS | November 05, 2007 at 04:00 PM
When you consider the options it is imperative that we not let up on preserving and yes fighting to protect mother earth. All the creatures including man are designed so that we can support and weave and incredible tapestry of life together. We must pay attention to the signs and sounds of this incredible planet if any of it will survive. She has taken a lot of abuse that is has become even more obvious under the current leaderships around the globe (Not just the U.S. ) remember that. This has to be a world wide commitment to really make an impact on all leaders. Reach out to people and friends in foreign lands. Ask them to become informed, make changes in there own lives and begin there. Actively walk your talk, don't weaken, recycle everything don't tolerate abuse. Believe in the fact YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Listen to your heart and work with those of like mind to develop a plan that works with each element so that it can prosper and live a fulfilled life. God gave us such a precious gift I pray we do not squander it. Life is beautiful live it breath it,and love it all.
May God bless each and everyone of you today tomorrow and always.
Posted by: Teresa Divis | November 05, 2007 at 06:57 PM
Good Job! You guys are AWESOME!
Posted by: Rhona Sabatchi | November 05, 2007 at 10:15 PM
Older generations are always the slowest to buy into new ideas and American people are slower than many to get motivated with anything that goes beyond their home, car and family activities.
Good luck and many thanks indeed for making this special effort
Posted by: Alison Robinson | November 06, 2007 at 08:36 AM
THANK YOU FOR YOUR EFFORTS>YOUR CHILDREN AND GRAND CHILDREN WILL ALSO THANK YOU!!
Posted by: Kim | November 06, 2007 at 10:59 AM
Thank you for being a vital part in the creation of a new world of harmony and love for our planet.
Posted by: Diane S. | November 06, 2007 at 11:01 AM
We must do all that we can to protect the Earth and all living things!
Posted by: c fuqua | November 06, 2007 at 11:14 AM
I think it is so cool how everyone is finally standing up for what we believe in and protecting our earth. We have to live here and we don't allow our houses to be 105 degrees. So why should we let our earth. Thank you so much for all that you are doing, thanks for saving our planet and animals. Though I may be young I think I might get something going in South Carolina.
Posted by: Tierney S.B. | November 06, 2007 at 09:12 PM
Way to go! In the 60's the youth of our country pushed for some positive changes and helped to perpetuate many of them. This issue will affect everyones future...and was created by many and can be solved by each of us.
Posted by: Carolyn | November 07, 2007 at 12:12 PM
It restores some faith in the younger generation to see so many take a stand for our world. All of us thank you for caring enough to take action peaceful action to show your concern. That knowledge can sway the government who cares which way you will vote.
Posted by: Linda Lanham-Summitt | November 07, 2007 at 12:16 PM
I think this is such a good opportunity for students because in 2020 they are going to be the ones in charge so they should get involved now. This sounds like a great program way to go guys! I wish you luck!
Posted by: Leah Culkar | November 07, 2007 at 03:14 PM
Wow, thanks for the support from everyone! I was a campus coordinator for this event and got 54 students from Michigan State University to join me along with 6,000 students from across the US. It was an amazing, inspiring, historical weekend. I had the privilege to meet with John Dingell's aides to tell him that we are tired of his rhetoric and gradual changes he is making, he has the power to pass legislature that will put a screeching halt to the catastrophic effects of global warming. He needs to take drastic steps immediately! My generation is not a "quiet" one and we will not back down until we get what we want!
Here are some more links to media hits for the weekend:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPuQz49-GME Billy Parish @ Power Shift
Congressional Hearing
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxbbncHKCeU Brittany Cochran @ Power Shift
Congressional Hearing
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lEBZBTrfpo Charlee Lockwood @ Power Shift
Congressional Hearing
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMQblirp_xY Katelyn McKormick @ Power Shift
Congressional Hearing
http://youtube.com/watch?v=CYBfHHwCdGg End of the Rally
http://youtube.com/watch?v=BrLa5yqOt-E Lets Raise a Million - CFL bulbs for
low income communities.
http://dsc.discovery.com/video/?playerId=203711706&categoryId=859974516&lineupId=1173351593&titleId=1293608994Discovery
Channel covers Power Shift
http://video.msn.com/video.aspx?mkt=en-US&brand=msnbc&vid=58024f6d-89a7-443c-942b-ef68ce848539-
Hard Ball
http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?id=1573645&vid=186997 - MTV - Revolution
Starts Now
http://understory.ran.org/2007/11/05/climate-youth-movement-convergences-on-powershift-then-citibank/-
RAN No Coal Action
Posted by: Skye Black | November 09, 2007 at 03:40 PM
Remain steadfast and determined in your activities to protect this precious planet. As the planet we all live on 'goes', 'so goes' the future of the human race. Keep getting the message out there and whenever possible become physically active in the cleanup and reclamation of the land and waterways. I wish you much success.
Posted by: Len Patterson | November 10, 2007 at 04:49 AM
I applaud all of you for your interest in global warming and taking a stand to halt it. You are definitely the future of mankind and wildlife. Hopefully you will be able to rectify some of the problems our past generations have created.
Keep Up The Great Work!
Posted by: Sandra Zastrow | November 10, 2007 at 11:27 AM