This past week, during our Thursday evening Lenten service, we gave thanks to God for the gift of our earth’s atmosphere. We also considered the threat to this life-giving gift by increasing carbon emissions that are accelerating global warming. At present, our atmosphere contains about 388 parts per million of CO2 while many scientists agree a safe and sustainable level is 350 or less (see www.350.org) Right now, some members of Congress are pushing to gut the Clean Air Act and the responsibilities it entrusts to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) to protect air quality. While the Supreme Court has ruled that part of air quality is the level of CO2, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has now proposed an amendment to an unrelated bill that would permanently repeal the Clean Air Act's authority to set limits on carbon pollution. And Senator Rockefeller (D-WV) continues to push yet another bill that would delay the EPA's ability to control global warming pollution for 2 – 4 years.
As those who take seriously our vocation to care for God’s earth, we need to speak out to protect the planet and all living things for future generations. You can take action through the Interfaith Power and Light website. (click on the link and then the “Take Action” tab)
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