UNDER THE UMBRELLA - News & Updates from Green Umbrella |
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Moving Forward: Now Is the Time for Local Action |
When I look across our community today, I can see that people are struggling. I want to take a moment to remind you that you have the power to make a big difference in your local community. At Green Umbrella, we are working every day to help local governments, schools, businesses and organizations reduce emissions and prepare their communities for the risks climate change brings. We are doing this across political and demographic differences. |
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This work is too important to be blown off course by political winds. Our team is moving forward, building support for policies and actions that protect our environment, our health, and our economic and social wellbeing. Will you show your support of local climate action by contributing to Green Umbrella today?
- Ryan Mooney-Bullock, Executive Director |
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Johns Hopkins Report Details Climate Action Potential of Food Policy Councils |
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Green Umbrella is one of Rhinegeist Brewery's featured nonprofits this month for Beer for Humans. Grab a pint on Wednesdays in November from 5-8 pm to vote for your nonprofit of choice. At the end of the month, each organization receives a donation based upon the amount of votes they receive. We’re excited to join forces with the African American Chamber of Commerce to co-host our November Green Drinks at Rhinegeist on Wednesday, November 20 from 4:00-7:00 pm. Join us for an evening of informal networking centered around economic development and sustainability!
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Celebrate Ohio Soil Health Week with Compost from the Common Orchard Project |
November 10-16, 2024 is Ohio Soil Health Week, a time to celebrate, honor, and protect Ohio’s soil. You can spruce up your soil with high-quality compost from the Common Orchard Project at our BYOBucket event on Saturday, November 16 between 2-4 pm. You’re encouraged to bring your own bucket(s) to purchase compost by volume, with bagged compost also available for sale.
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| Miami University and Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Offer Unique Masters Program Opportunity |
Created for working professionals, the Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) is a one-of-a-kind master’s program that invites students to use collaborative inquiry and action to forward positive change. Through web-based coursework from Miami and face-to-face experiential learning and field study at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, you will connect with classmates, Miami University faculty, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden experts, and community leaders locally, nationally, and globally.
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New University of Cincinnati Center Focuses on Climate Impacts on Health |
The University of Cincinnati received a $4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to fund the Cincinnati Center for Climate and Health. The center will collaborate with community partners too, including Groundwork Ohio River Valley and Green Umbrella, to develop a better understanding of how local vulnerable communities experience health effects of climate change.
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To learn more about how climate change impacts health in Cincinnati, check out the Green Umbrella blog for information on our 2024 PSA campaign on climate health and equity. |
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Report Shows Replacing Ohio Lead Pipes Would Be Health & Economic Boon |
A report reveals that replacing all of Ohio’s estimated 745,000 lead water service lines would result in fewer deaths, better physical and mental health outcomes, less water waste, and significant economic benefits for Ohioans and their communities. The study, commissioned by the Ohio Environmental Council (OEC) and completed by Scioto Analysis, demonstrates that for every dollar invested in lead service line removal in Ohio, the state will see a public health and economic benefit of $32 to $45.
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Join school wellness policy experts to determine your next steps as an internal or external stakeholder to establish, participate, and implement policies through a collaborative and diverse wellness committee.Whether you’re a parent, school district employee, student, community partner, or elected official, there’s a place for your voice in the school wellness process. This webinar will help you explore how your role can help create a customized wellness policy that will benefit people and the planet.
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November 7 - Annual Tree Symposium: Tough Trees for Urban Landscapes, Boone County Arboretum
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November 7 - Forever Chemicals, Drinking Water & You, Sierra Club Miami Group
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November 8 - Meet a Greenspace Hiking Series: Bender Mountain Autumnal Hike, Greenspace Alliance
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November 9 - Fossil Hunt, Western Wildlife Corridor
- November 9 - Fall Color in the Garden Tour, Civic Garden Center
- November 12 - Lecture: Water Quality and Dynamics at Mouth of the Great Miami River, Oxbow Nature Conservancy
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November 13 - Covington Climate Advisory Group Showcase, Green Umbrella
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November 13 - Cash Incentives to Make Your Home (and House of Worship) Energy Efficient, Faith Communities Go Green
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November 14 - Clean Energy Funding Opportunities, Green Umbrella
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November 15 - Whispers of the Woods: A Poetry Fire Circle, Imago
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November 16 - Mindful Birdwatching, Cincinnati Public Library
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November 16 - BYOBucket Compost Sale, Common Orchard Project
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November 17 - Winter Tea Blending Workshop, Ocotillo Herbals
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November 18 - Wellness Walk, Warren County Park District
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November 20 - Green Drinks with Green Umbrella & African American Chamber of Commerce, Green Umbrella
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Click here for the full Events Calendar. Members can submit events in the Green Umbrella online portal here. |
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Volunteer Opportunity: Habitat Restoration at Kelley Nature Preserve - Clermont County Park District
Thursday, November 7, 9:30 am-11:30 am |
Help us protect and restore the natural beauty in Clermont County by removing invasive plant species at Kelley Nature Preserve. Invasive plants can outcompete native flora, disrupting local ecosystems and harming wildlife habitats. Your efforts will make a significant impact on preserving the biodiversity of this beautiful area. More information can be found here. |
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Have an event, volunteer opportunity, or job posting to share? Green Umbrella members can submit them via the online Membership Portal. To learn more about the benefits of becoming a member, click here.
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Great Parks is looking for a strong and strategic leader to join our team as the Central Regional Education Manager! The qualified professional will oversee the growth and provide guidance in the development of private/public programs and interpretive events in our Central Region. |
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This leader will lead a full time and part time team that will present programming at the parks in this region which include Winton Woods, Highfield Discovery Garden and Farbach Werner Nature Preserve. Click here for more information about this position. |
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Have an event, volunteer opportunity, or job posting to share? Green Umbrella members can submit them via the online Membership Portal. To learn more about the benefits of becoming a member, click here.
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Green Umbrella leads cross-sector collaboration to accelerate climate action across Greater Cincinnati. |
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