sustainability nerd & change agent
Columbus, OH
Joined January 2015
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Alex Slaymaker retweeted
Friday news dump that sells out Ohio voters, spreads lies on natural gas being "green", and open up public lands for fracking.
Proud of the work @OECActionFund and others have done to pressure the Governor, it is telling he tried to hide this signing.
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
This is a great example of how cities can invest in a fighting climate change with its own infrastructure investments. Not only is this investment good for our environment but it’s good for the Columbus’ bottom line as it will pay for itself over time #itsalwaysinfrastructureweek
Led by @RobDorans, Council passed ordinance 2238-2021 to install a $30,134,734 cogeneration system at Jackson Pike Wastewater Treatment Plant. The new system uses methane-rich biogas from the wastewater to create about half the electricity the plant uses. #CCC4U
What does #fertilizer have to do with the #ClimateCrisis & who is innovating to decarbonize this industry? These answers & more from @InterchangeShow - one of the best #climatetech #podcasts!
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Alex Slaymaker retweeted
It’s #WorldEVDay! In honor of EV Day, we are pleased to announce our panel on overcoming the challenges of EV transition, featuring leaders from @CALSTART @WiTricity @SmartCbus @terawattinfra
So rock onto EV Avenue at #MOVEAmerica2021!⚡️🚗
➡️Book here: tinyurl.com/3hm75ydm
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
Once again, *every single ad* we try to run for @degreespod on Facebook and Twitter is rejected because we mention climate change. We've tried every watered-down variation you can think of, and they still won't let us promote any of our climate podcasts.
Is your business looking to save money, reduce risk & increase competitiveness? If you lead an organization or work to advance sustainability, @ColumbusGov is seeking your input. Take this 5-10 min survey before Sept 15 to ensure your voice is heard. tinyurl.com/ColumbusSustaina… #ESG
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
Global warming's biggest impact locally? Heat waves.
Scientists say extreme heat days will increase exponentially in Columbus and elsewhere in Ohio, giving us Deep South-like summers by late century.
Here's my in-depth look @nbc4i: nbc4i.com/weather/climate-co…
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
Thread: Introducing Climate Columbus, a new @nbc4i reporting project.
Here in Central Ohio, we're pretty insulated from the most disastrous effects of the #ClimateCrisis — hurricanes, wildfires, sea rise.
But we're not exempt. nbc4i.com/weather/climate-co…
We can avoid catastrophic human suffering on a global scale in our lifetimes -- or not. It's a choice. If you are an elected official or business leader - what are you doing about the #ClimateCrisis?
#IPCCReport
A Major Report Warns Climate Change Is Accelerating And Humans Must Cut Emissions Now wosu.pm/2XghdwF
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
Fundamentally, when a country approves a new coal, oil or gas extraction project, a new pipeline, or a new fossil-fuelled power station, they're doing so in full knowledge of exactly how much physical harm they are causing to us.
Will be useful for court records.
#IPCC
All 195 governments which form the #IPCC have approved every single word in the Summary for Policymakers as an accurate description of the underlying scientific evidence.
They all understand the evidence, the consequences experienced now & the substantial risks for the future.
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
I’m honestly struggling to find any words left to describe the full horror we face & the urgency with which we need to act to avert its worst
How many times do we need to repeat that time is running out?
What more can it take before political leaders act? theguardian.com/environment/…
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
When I say electric vehicles are the future, I’m not joking. Tune in for big news tomorrow.
CoGo bikeshare 🚲 provides a fun sustainable way to get around town! Excited to give away 8 free annual memberships this week. @IMPACTCA @UWCO @nature_ohio @OhioEnviro
Celebrate 8 years of #CoGoBikeshare in Central Ohio with us! We’re giving away (8) Annual Memberships July 30 - Aug 8. Enter to win by posting a photo of you biking #Cbus & tag us @smartcbus!
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
And that's why this new IPCC report is so blunt. Climate change isn't just one more priority on our already over-crowded list. It is a threat multiplier that affects every single other priority already on it, from the air we breathe to the food we eat.
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
Kyle has been an invaluable voice in the Columbus Partnership’s racial equity discussions and will be a great participant in the Civilian Review Board. Surely, we can all agree that the loss of another Black life this week is a tragedy.
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“It’s not about bunny hugging,... [climate leadership] is about growth and jobs.” 😂 #ClimateSummit #EarthDay2021
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
Breaking News: President Biden will commit the U.S. to cutting emissions in half by 2030 during a virtual climate summit with 40 world leaders. nyti.ms/3n8Lczr
Alex Slaymaker retweeted
Today I testified before Ohio House and Senate committees to express my opposition to HB 118 & SB 52, proposed legislation that would create significant challenges for Ohio businesses and organizations by creating undue barriers to clean energy generation in Ohio. (1/4)
Would love to see a collab between @netflix or @AppleTV & @BillGates highlighting emerging #climate #tech & the innovators behind the ideas that could stabilize our climate, eliminate the green premium & lift billions out of poverty!💡