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Calling all Climate Geeks! Join the Living Planet Working Group!
The Living Planet Working Group is a circle of global changemakers that collaborate on innovative solutions for a healthy planet where all life flourishes. We meet once a month on the 3rd Thursday at 1 pm ET. Join us and Register here!
Join the SVN Mutual Aid Circle!
The next meeting is on Thursday, August 14th, 2-3 PM PST/5-6 PM EST with Richard Trent, Executive Director of the Main Street Alliance, discussing how small businesses are navigating today's economic challenges and building equitable communities. Register here to attend.
Are you a passionate Investor? Join (or Re-Join) The Investors Circle (IC)!
The Investors Circle (IC) connects angel investors backing early-stage entrepreneurs who generate strong financial returns while creating meaningful social and environmental impact. SVN members can join IC at a discounted rate. "Be Our Guest" before deciding on membership. Our next virtual meeting is September 18 from noon to 2 pm ET. Check our events page to register for upcoming IC gatherings.
Love discussing Books? Join the new Regenerative Reads Bookgroup here!
SVN member Jan Morgan and Mira Rubin host the Regenerative Reads Bookclub to explore groundbreaking ideas and inspiring stories that make a difference in the natural world.
Thinking of going to the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI )?
Here is an SVN discount code, SVN20, at this link! Current early bird pricing is $5,000 for the first ticket and $3,000 for additional tickets from the same organization. This pricing will likely increase.
Don’t miss the Deadline! Tell the EPA, Clean Air is Good for Business
EPA proposes repealing key clean air standards - including GHG emissions rules for power plants and Mercury/Air Toxics Standards. This could be the biggest environmental rollback in 20 years. Public comments due by Sept 15. Make your voice heard. Stop this by telling the EPA what you think here. We know what you think.
Hey! Are you going to be at NYC Climate Week from September 21-27???
Great, because The Living Planet Working Group folks are already planning an SVN gathering for ALL SVNers there. We are planning a “Living Systems Lounge”. We aim to have a central gathering date(s) and will notify you way ahead of time! Stay tuned, and we’ll announce updates here in the next newsletter.