Sustainable Saplings is not sponsored by any of these organizations. We list them here because we personally support them and love what they are doing.
The Climate Reality Project is working to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis. Led by former Vice President Al Gore, this organization is working to empower, train, equip and support a network of climate reality leaders who can educate citizens about climate change and the various solutions at hand. There is a Climate Reality – Milwaukee Chapter that does outreach and education across Wisconsin. Ashley and Hillary, the creators of Sustainable Saplings are certified Climate Reality Leaders, members of the Milwaukee Chapter and are excited to share their climate knowledge with our readers.
Clean Wisconsin is fighting for your right to access clean air, water, and healthy communities. Their team of policy, legal, and science experts work tirelessly to ensure clean energy, mitigate climate change, protect our waterways, and so much more. They have a great podcast, The State of Change, that keeps us informed of the rapidly changing environment and those trying to protect it. We also love how they keep us up-to date with important public hearings, listening sessions, and budget hearings so we can make our voices heard in our state government.
Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts (WICCI)
Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts (WICCI) is a statewide collaboration of scientists and stakeholders that was formed by the UW-Madison’s Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. WICCI provides detailed information, data, videos, pictures, reports and more on how Wisconsin will be directly/indirectly effected by climate change. WICCI has been a great resource for us here at Sustainable Saplings and we are happy to support them in any way that we can.
350 is an organization dedicated to inspiring, training and motivating people to take back their power and break free from fossil fuels. They actively work towards creating a future that’s just, prosperous, equitable, and safe from the effects of climate change. 350 seeks to put pressure on the fossil fuel industry, demand more of our political leaders and bring forward the climate solutions that we need. With local chapters in Madison, Shorewood/Milwaukee, Ashland and Hazelhurst there are great opportunities for Wisconsin citizens to join the fight.
Concerned about global warming and want to do something positive about it? Join the Citizens’ Climate Lobby. They seek to empower citizens all over the world to connect with and influence their members of congress to address climate change solutions. This group is open to anyone who is serious about solving the climate crisis, regardless of what side of the political spectrum you find yourself. This is a non-partisan group. Citizens’ Climate Lobby have a chapters all across Wisconsin, so their is a good chance there is a local chapter nearby for you to join!
The Sierra Club is dedicated to exploring, enjoying, and protecting the Earth’s wild places, much like John Muir did. In fact, John Muir lived in Wisconsin for many years, and thus, the Wisconsin Sierra Club Chapter was aptly named the John Muir Chapter. This organization is very active, pushing for clean energy, protecting wildlife and public lands, blocking destructive mining, and protecting our waterways. They have over 18,000 members throughout Wisconsin who help with their many conservation priorities.
Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education
The Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education (WAEE) is a great organization dedicated to achieving an environmentally-literate, action-oriented community that communicates, connects, and advocates for a sustainable, resilient Wisconsin. They aim to support individuals and organizations working towards sustainable, resilient communities. By hosting several events throughout the year and providing education and eco-justice resources they are helping build a sustainable future for Wisconsin.
Gathering Waters: Wisconsin’s Alliance for Land Trusts
Gathering Waters is helping protect Wisconsin’s land, water, wildlife, and way of life. Gathering Waters and other Land Conservancy organizations across Wisconsin are working towards protecting lands and waters for future generations. They directly support land conservancy organizations who work to permanently protect land. By permanently protecting these wild places, they save them from future environmental degradation and development, which is vital in the fight against climate change.
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