Calendar

Apr
10
Thu
Panel Discussion, “Wilderness at 50, Past and Future” @ University of Idaho, College of Law - Room 103,
Apr 10 @ 11:00 pm – Apr 11 @ 12:00 am

Panel discussion to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act, 4 pm Thursday at the University of Idaho,College of Law – room 103, 703 S Rayburn Drive, Moscow. Discussion topics include the history and future of the Wilderness Act and wilderness management challenges. Sponsored by the University of Idaho Environmental Law Society.

Oct
29
Wed
2014 Marine & Rail Oil Transportation Study: Public Meeting @ Double Tree Hotel by Hilton, Spokane
Oct 29 @ 1:00 am – 3:00 am

Tuesday and Thursday, October 28 and 30, 6 to 8 pm: 2014 Marine and Rail Oil Transportation Study public meeting, Double Tree Hotel by Hilton, 322 North Spokane Falls Court, Spokane, Washington, on Tuesday, and at an unknown location in Lacey/Olympia on Thursday

 

Governor Inslee and Washington agency staff are conducting a study addressing the significant increases in oil transportation across the state, with hearings and comments that assess the risks and impacts of oil transportation to rail line and terminal communities and waterways.  Crucial opportunities for public participation can provide input, express concerns, and inform state responses to combined oil and coal train and ship traffic affecting environmental and public health and safety and regional livelihoods and economies.  Contact WIRT for Palouse carpool arrangements to Spokane.

 

 

http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/spills/OilMovement/2014MRstudy.html

Oct
31
Fri
2014 Marine & Rail Oil Transporation Study: Public Meeting @ Double Tree Inn by Hilton - Spokane
Oct 31 @ 1:00 am – 3:00 am

Tuesday and Thursday, October 28 and 30, 6 to 8 pm: 2014 Marine and Rail Oil Transportation Study public meeting, Double Tree Hotel by Hilton, 322 North Spokane Falls Court, Spokane, Washington, on Tuesday, and at an unknown location in Lacey/Olympia on Thursday

 

Governor Inslee and Washington agency staff are conducting a study addressing the significant increases in oil transportation across the state, with hearings and comments that assess the risks and impacts of oil transportation to rail line and terminal communities and waterways.  Crucial opportunities for public participation can provide input, express concerns, and inform state responses to combined oil and coal train and ship traffic affecting environmental and public health and safety and regional livelihoods and economies.  Contact WIRT for Palouse carpool arrangements to Spokane.

 

 

http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/spills/OilMovement/2014MRstudy.html

Jan
20
Tue
Future of Geothermal Energy @ 1912 Center
Jan 20 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Can geothermal energy aid in mitigating climate change?  University of Idaho PhD candidate Cary Lindsey will give a talk on the “Future of Geothermal Energy” Tuesday, January 20, in the 1912 Center Fiske Room at 7:30 p.m.  She will discuss her research from Yellowstone Park and other “hot spots” as well as local geothermal projects. This presentation is sponsored by PESC and the UUCP Environmental Task Force. For further information, contact Pat Rathmann.

Feb
26
Thu
Geothermal Energy Talk @ University of Idaho, Jansen Engineering Bldg., Room 104
Feb 26 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Can geothermal energy aid in mitigating climate change? University of Idaho PhD student Cary Lindsey will give a talk on the “Geothermal Energy: An overview of this renewable energy resource and its place in Idaho’s energy future ” on Thursday, Feb 26, in the UI Jansen Engineering Room 104 at 7:00pm. She will give an overview of geothermal energy including her research from Yellowstone Park and other “hot spots” and discuss geothermal energy opportunities in Idaho. This presentation is sponsored by the UUCP Environmental Task Force and the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition. The public is invited.

Mar
7
Sat
Winter Market: Table for Paradise Ridge Defense Coalition petition @ 1912 Center Plaza
Mar 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Winter Market: WIRT information table with donation envelopes and the Paradise Ridge Defense Coalition petition for Highway 95 safety measures, on the 1912 Center Plaza if weather permits.

Jan
16
Mon
Film on Climate Change: “Before the Flood” @ Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre
Jan 16 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

The showing of this film is cosponsored by the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition (PESCI) and the Unitarian-Universalist Church of the Palouse Environmental Task Force.

Come, join us to learn and discuss.

Jan
23
Mon
Film on Climate Change: “Years of Living Dangerously II—A Race Against Time” @ Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre
Jan 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

The showing of this film is cosponsored by the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition (PESCI) and the Unitarian-Universalist Church of the Palouse Environmental Task Force.

Come, join us to learn and discuss.

Jan
30
Mon
Film on Climate Change: “Years of Living Dangerously II—The Uprooted and Fueling the Fire” @ Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre
Jan 30 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

The showing of this film is cosponsored by the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition (PESCI) and the Unitarian-Universalist Church of the Palouse Environmental Task Force.

Come, join us to learn and discuss.

Feb
6
Mon
Film on Climate Change: “Years of Living Dangerously II—The Collapse of the Oceans is Priceless” @ Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre
Feb 6 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

The showing of this film is cosponsored by the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition (PESCI) and the Unitarian-Universalist Church of the Palouse Environmental Task Force.

Come, join us to learn and discuss.

Feb
20
Mon
Film on Climate Change: “Years of Living Dangerously II—Safe Passage and Uprising” @ Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre
Feb 20 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

The showing of this film is cosponsored by the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition (PESCI) and the Unitarian-Universalist Church of the Palouse Environmental Task Force.

Come, join us to learn and discuss.

Feb
27
Mon
A Bil Nye film on climate change @ Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre
Feb 27 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

The showing of this film is cosponsored by the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition (PESCI) and the Unitarian-Universalist Church of the Palouse Environmental Task Force.

Come, join us to learn and discuss.

Apr
29
Sat
Lori Batina Memorial Climate March @ Friendship Square to East City Park
Apr 29 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

People’s Climate March: March for Climate, Jobs and Justice

We will be marching from Friendship Square in downtown Moscow to East City Park. The march will be led by Gary Dorr of the Nez Perce Tribe with other tribal members. Speaker topic: “Who Speaks for the Earth?” Drumming, Music, Speaking, Rallying. Environmental Info on How You Can Make a Difference. Info on Facebook: Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition. Sponsored by the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition and the Palouse Chapter of the Sierra Club.

View flyer for the Lori Batina Memorial Climate March and Rally

Lori Batina Memorial Climate Rally @ East City Park
Apr 29 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

People’s Climate March/Rally: March for Climate, Jobs and Justice

We will be marching from Friendship Square in downtown Moscow to East City Park. The march will be led by Gary Dorr of the Nez Perce Tribe with other tribal members. Speaker topic: “Who Speaks for the Earth?” Drumming, Music, Speaking, Rallying. Environmental Info on How You Can Make a Difference. Info on Facebook: Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition. Sponsored by the Palouse Environmental Sustainability Coalition and the Palouse Chapter of the Sierra Club.

View flyer for the Lori Batina Memorial Climate March and Rally

Jul
1
Sat
Classic Films pertinent to the current US Administration @ Unitarian Universalist Church of the Palouse
Jul 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

DATES/TIMES TBA (sometime in July)