No news if Lucy will be attending this event but here is the news about Moving Planet - Worldwide Rally For Climate Crisis being held on 24 September 2011
The following is from Greenpeace:
It's now only 4 days until Moving Planet - a worldwide rally to demand solutions to the climate crisis - this Saturday.
WHY:
For too long, our leaders have denied and delayed, compromised and
caved. That era must come to an end: it's time to get moving on the
climate crisis.
WHAT: A global day of action organised by 350.org
and supported by Greenpeace. Meet with others in your community and
show support for a move beyond fossil fuels and towards 100% renewable
energy!
WHERE: Somewhere near you!
WHEN: Sat, September 24
Here's just some of the events happening around New Zealand:
Auckland - family-friendly bike ride and a parade up Queen St, entertainment and more.
Wellington - people-powered rides from around the city meeting for a top secret rocket launch, followed by a "renewable race".
Nelson - energy boost festival featuring a climate quiz with local MPs, entertainment and more.
Christchurch - a raft of events from cycle maintenance workshops, a bike rally and 6@6 climate solutions forum.
Dunedin - festival at the Botanic Gardens workshops, entertainment and more.
Invercargill
- G-Force of grans, grandads, grandchildren and more showing solidarity
for stopping lignite mining in Mataura Valley. Picnic, kite making and
more.
Want to participate? Use the map to find your local event and register to attend.
No local event? There should be! Register your own event, then get busy promoting in your community!
Want to do more? Download resources to help get your community involved.