The Solar Equinox on September 21 is when the world gets equal amounts of sunlight.
Join Greenfaith and people around the world to launch a bold chapter in the fight for climate justice. Sun Day is a perfect day to sound the call to solar and renewable energy, and other green initiatives. For anyone interested and wanting to take action, consider participating in this day dedicated to celebrating the power of clean energy and mobilizing people of faith to support climate justice initiatives.
The Power of the Sun: A Call to Action for Climate Justice
On September 21st, the solar equinox bathes the world in equal amounts of sunlight, a fitting symbol for a day dedicated to a just and equitable transition to a clean energy future.[1] This year, GreenFaith’s Sun Day event will unite people of diverse faiths and backgrounds across the United States to champion a bold new chapter in the fight for climate justice.[1][2] From September 19th to the 21st, communities will rise up to demand a swift and just transition to solar and other renewable energy sources, replacing our reliance on fossil fuels.[1][2]
Sun Day is more than just a celebration of clean energy; it’s a powerful call to action.[1] As people of faith, there’s a moral imperative to protect our planet and its most vulnerable communities, who disproportionately bear the brunt of climate change. The escalating impacts of climate change, from scorching heatwaves and devastating droughts to raging wildfires and destructive floods, inflict immense human suffering.[3] This suffering is preventable, and Sun Day provides a platform to collectively voice our demand for a sustainable future.[3]
This nationwide event will feature a variety of activities, from solar parades to climate justice pilgrimages, all designed to raise awareness and mobilize support for renewable energy.[2][3] GreenFaith, along with its partners, is actively combating misinformation spread by the fossil fuel industry and empowering local communities to advocate for clean energy projects.[3]
You can be a part of this growing movement. To learn more about how you can participate in Sun Day, visit the Faiths 4 Climate Justice: Sun Day page on GreenFaith’s website. There, you can access a comprehensive toolkit with event ideas and how-to guides, and even add your own event to a national map, joining a “constellation of courage” for climate justice.[1][4] For direct inquiries, you can also contact tracey@greenfaith.org. Let’s harness the power of the sun and our collective voices to build a brighter, cleaner, and more just world for all.
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