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May 5, 2009 – From September 26 – 30, over 200 cyclists will take the Brita Climate Ride from New York City to the steps of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC to raise money and awareness for climate change issues like energy efficiency, renewable energy and global warming.
Top five reasons to join the ride:
- Join a Grassroots Effort – You’ll meet everyone from knowledgeable renewable energy experts, scientists and climate activists, to recent college graduates and everyday folks committed to making a difference.
- Make a Statement – As you wind through the Delaware River Valley, Valley Forge and Amish Country, your congressional representatives await your arrival at our nation’s Capitol. There, you’ll have the opportunity to voice your concerns and encourage action.
- It’s a Climate Conference on Wheels – Each evening, hear informative talks on climate science, green technology and solutions to the climate crisis while re-energizing for the next day’s ride.
- Climate Change is Needed Now – We’re at a climatic tipping point and with December's COP15 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen just around the corner, the 2009 Brita Climate Ride is more timely than ever.
- It’s Fun! – This unforgettable, fully-supported event unites you with fellow cyclists committed to climate change in an exciting and worthwhile event. The logistics are taken care of, allowing you to network, build friendships and engage in meaningful, actionable dialogue about preserving the enviornment.
When you become a 2009 Climate Rider, your fundraising effort (minimum $2,400) helps support climate projects at three beneficiary organizations: Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Focus the Nation and Clean Air – Cool Planet. There are 250 open spots this year, as well as a number of prizes, including an all-expense paid trip to the COP15 Conference in Denmark. Visit www.ClimateRide.org to view photos and videos from the 2008 Ride and to register for this year's event.
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