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Southern Oregon Climate Action Now (SOCAN) invites you to an evening of inspiration, connection, and climate solutions at the Third Annual Sips for Sustainability, held on Wednesday, November 13, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM.

You can purchase your ticket to the event at - buff.ly/JNmrATJ
November 7, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Tonight!

Climate change is heating our oceans—reshaping ecosystems, weather, and coastal life. Join SOCAN & Dr. Bill Gorham to explore impacts and solutions. Free public event! #ClimateAction #SOCAN

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October 28, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Renewables vs Fossil Fuels: Land Use Showdown

Skeptics say clean energy means paving over paradise. In just 2½ minutes, Prof. Mark Jacobson compares how much land the U.S. would need for renewables vs fossil fuels.

Watch the October 4th video to see the comparison for yourself!

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October 23, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Cheers to Our Sponsors!

A huge thank-you to all the incredible partners who make Sips for Sustainability possible — and climate progress real. Your leadership, generosity, and commitment to community and sustainability power this event and our shared work for a livable future.
October 15, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Are ‘vampire devices’ draining energy in your home? Here’s what to do. buff.ly/JINueb6
October 14, 2025 at 5:31 PM
This year, we saw over three hundred SOCAN event attendees, logged 500 volunteer hours, and wrote 200 public comments during the 2025 legislative session. Join us at Sips for Sustainability to celebrate and support what’s next. 🌿
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October 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
🌊 Heat Beneath the Waves — Dive into the unseen effects of climate change on our oceans with Dr. Bill Gorham and Coastal SOCAN. Discover how warming seas and acidification disrupt ecosystems, impact coastal communities, and fuel global feedback loops. #OceanHealth buff.ly/eRbJDlR
October 11, 2025 at 3:11 PM
🎵 Live at Sips: MOUNTAINTOP SOUND! November 13th for the annual SOCAN Sips for Sustainability fundraiser. Purchase your ticket here – buff.ly/CP9DDTo
October 10, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Tonight! Join us in welcoming the Oregon Citizens’ Utility Board (CUB) as this month’s featured speakers—champions of fairness, clean energy, and climate accountability. For over 40 years, CUB has been Oregon’s watchdog for ratepayers.

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September 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Let’s celebrate and support climate solutions together. Tickets are live now! buff.ly/Sm2p9Rv
September 29, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Reminder! The CEAP Composting workshop is tonight, 6pm at the Ashland Public Library. Whether you're a seasoned composter or just getting going, you'll get practical tips on reducing organic waste, enriching your soil, and lowering methane emissions.
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September 24, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Our fall tradition returns! Join us on November 13th for Sips for Sustainability — a night of flavor, fun, and purpose. 🌿
September 24, 2025 at 1:00 AM
🌱 Turn food scraps into climate action! Join SOCAN’s free Composting for Climate Action workshop — Sept 24, 6–7:30pm at Ashland Public Library. Learn how composting supports Ashland’s CEAP goals and builds community resilience.

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September 20, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Power to the People: CUB Takes the Mic! Join us in welcoming the Oregon Citizens’ Utility Board (CUB), champions of climate accountability for over 40 years, as this month’s featured speakers. Tuesday, September 30th, 6:00pm, at Medford Public Library, 205 S. Central Avenue. buff.ly/B2RC9tP
September 9, 2025 at 11:45 PM
OLLI open registration begins tomorrow for Living With Climate Change: Rogue Valley. A terrific opportunity to refresh your knowledge of climate change, with a focus on Southern Oregon! buff.ly/L1g1Qjg
September 1, 2025 at 11:45 PM
At the Winter Dreams Summer Gardens Symposium, Alan Journet and Kathy Conway will be discussing the merits of electrifying yard work and landscaping, what equipment is available, and the cost to you. October 18th, 10:30am via Zoom. For more info, visit buff.ly/hZb52oV. #jcmga #osuextension
September 1, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Join our friends at Sierra Club for a free webinar about the scale of data center buildout, the impacts of data centers on affordability, climate, and public health, and some of the emerging tools to help get a handle on this buildout. August 20, 2025 at 7pm. Register at this link: buff.ly/NA0cCXu
August 15, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Our friends at Electrify Now are holding a webinar, Whole Home Batteries: Costs, Benefits, and Payback, focusing on key benefits of battery storage—back up power during outages and long-term financial savings. It will be August 21, 2025 at noon and it's free. Register here: buff.ly/pvFISED
August 13, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Fire and smoke have become a persistent threat in Southwest Oregon, with climate change playing a key role. Dr. Chris Adlam will discuss how climate trends are intensifying fire risk and what that means for the future of the region. August 26th, 6pm at the Medford Public Library. buff.ly/BLHrzmy
August 5, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Kathryn Hayhoe again gives us encouraging words.

China's clean-energy exports cut emissions worldwide, more record-breaking heat and floods, and a Saving Us action story

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August 4, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Are you aware that Ashland has implemented a Clean Energy Action Plan? Participate in an engaging community workshop as we explore the second session on Buildings.

Wednesday, July 30th
6:00–7:30 PM
Ashland Public Library

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July 29, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Reminder: Don't miss this interesting talk tonight!

Are strong beliefs in climate change getting in the way of climate action?

Dr. Rob Winthrop's will explore this idea and more at the Medford Public Library, July 29th at 6pm.

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July 29, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Are strong beliefs in climate change getting in the way of climate action?

Dr. Rob Winthrop's will explore this idea and more at the Medford Public Library, July 29th at 6pm.

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#RethinkClimateAction #ClimateScience #ClimateSocialDimensions #ClimateBeliefs
July 21, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Is climate change an environmental problem? Maybe not!

Should we mobilize for a climate-positive future around shared goals, not beliefs?

Come hear Dr. Rob Winthrop's interesting take on this topic at the Medford Public Library, July 29th at 6pm.

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July 18, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Deconstruction of a different sort. Why taking apart buildings piece by piece is a climate solution. buff.ly/JmyYaoN
July 14, 2025 at 11:45 PM