CLIMATE Emergency DAY 2024

The clock is ticking. #TimeToEndFossilFuels

On Monday July 22 2024, the Climate Clock will tick down below five years for the first time, a key milestone for humanity that will spark a wave of synchronised actions around the world, demanding an end to fossil fuels, and pushing leaders to #ActInTime to accelerate real climate solutions.

On this day, we will officially have 4 YEARS to dramatically reduce fossil fuel emissions to stay below 1.5C degrees warming. Every minute, every second counts. Actions will be taking place in over 2 dozen countries.

A Call to action

Leveraging the momentum from last year's successes, communities worldwide are rallying around CED2024 with two key messages: it’s TIME TO END FOSSIL FUELS and STOP CLIMATE CRIMINALS

USA:

#STOPCLIMATECRIMINALS

  • New York City Event: Beneath the giant Climate Clock in Union Square we will gather to witness the clock ticking down at 12PM ET, and launch into action in solidarity with actions across the world. The event will feature speakers from frontlines communities impacted by climate change, Summer of Heat on Wall St, NY City Council, Climate Clock and more.

  • Campaign Launch: A groundbreaking report will be released, Climate Criminals, which will publicly unveil five of the biggest  ‘enemies of the Earth’ - individuals who are ‘wanted’ for abusing their positions of power to accelerate the climate crisis. 

  • RSVP for the event on the Summer of Heat webpage

Backed by 350.org, Sunrise Project, Oil and Gas Action Network, Hip Hop Caucus, We Don’t Have Time, Chesapeake Climate Action Network, Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change — with new partners joining every week — this day will be marked by synchronised climate campaigns, actions and events across the globe to press government, political and business leaders to #ActInTime before it's too late.

GLOBAL:

#TimeToEndFossilFuels

  • Stop all new fossil fuel projects: from the Mountain Valley and LNG pipelines in the USA to EACOP in East Africa, governments and banks must stop subsidizing the fossil fuel industry and redirect those funds towards renewable energy and climate adaptation measures.

  • A renewable future: through investments, incentives, and supportive policies that include not only workers and communities reliant on fossil fuel industries but also focusing on transforming economies to ensure equitable opportunities, sustainable livelihoods, and resilience in the face of climate change impacts.

  • Finance real climate solutions: from Renewable Energy to Regenerative Agriculture, from mitigation to adaptation, on July 22 people-power movements will be pressuring governments to commit the financial resources behind the solutions we need.

  • Combat false solutions: Call out the fake, time-wasting distractions being proposed by corporations and governments that allow continued fossil fuel expansion.

Momentum from 2023

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil / Credit: Tatiele Azeredo

Last year, Climate Emergency Day witnessed a powerful global mobilization with synchronized actions in 30 countries across 5 continents. From the iconic light projection on Christ the Redeemer in Rio De Janeiro to the dozens of actions by grassroots partners, to the 500+ campaigners and youth activists from across the world trained to leverage the clock in their local campaigns. The Day served as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for progress on vital climate solutions.

The message reverberated loud and clear: We are in a climate emergency. We must #ActInTime to rapidly implement bold solutions. 

We’re here to support you

  • Design an Action: Here are 10 ways to take action on Climate Emergency Day

  • Form a Team/Sign-on as a Partner: Form a team then fill out the Planning Form to let us know about it. If you are an organization, become a partner.

  • Get a Clock: Use a clock to grab media attention and bring your demands directly to decision-makers. There are many kinds of clocks to amplify your impact.

  • Keep it Simple: Most actions will use a portable clock. However, you do not actually need a physical clock to take action on July 22. The message is what is most important. Some posters and banners are available for download here.

  • Or…Go Big! The Clock can provide a grand visual spectacle — from NYC’s Union Square to London’s Piccadilly Circus to Rio’s Christ the Redeemer statue — and generates global headlines. Some ideas for big actions: video billboards, light projections on an iconic monument and more! . Other possible creative and cultural interventions include: museum installations, public sculpture, countdown vigils, integration into dance performances, car clocks, and more.

How to get started

Creative action ideas

How to do a countdown event when the clock ticks down, street marches, projections, press conference, and more!

photo & video tips

How to capture the best visual content of your action with a clock

COMMUNICATIONS TOOLKIT

From graphics and visuals to creative action ideas and PR tips and a press release templates we have a toolkit full of useful information for you. French versions available of Toolkit and Press Release

Clock Instruction VideoS

Watch videos on how to operate your handheld Climate Clock and prepare it for action.

HOW TO USE THIS MOMENT

  • Use the day as a strong hook to elevate your climate campaigns and actions

  • Get more media traction using a clock to deliver your message to leaders, the media, and public

  • Plan a countdown action the moment the clock ticks down to 4 years (12pm ET) or in the days leading up to it

  • Share content on social media using downloadable materials (see toolkit)

  • Deploy a stunning, media-grabbiing creative action. (see creative action guide)

  • Gain increased direct access to key decision-makers (who are more likely to meet with you if you have a clock).

  • Grow your network and recruit more people

  • Hold an education event ins schools

  • Take synchronised action together with thousands of people across the world at the same moment - raising our voices together.

  • Gain support and technical guidance on organising digital or physical campaigns and events from the Climate Clock team.

  • Accelerate the climate movement for the local and global community.

  • Upload your content to the shared drive so we can amplify your action across our channels

Climate Emergency Day isn't just a date; it's a rallying moment for climate champions, activists, campaigners, and advocates to inspire positive change.

  • Mark your calendars: July 22nd, 2024 - Climate Emergency Day.

  • Become a CED anchor partner: Contact Global Campaigns Lead Mahak Agrawal: mahak@climateclock.world

  • Updates and information: ClimateClock.world

Together we can #ActInTime for a livable planet and a just future.

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