Amanda Hansen

Big 'Thank you' to Amanda from 350.org for this pod! This is terrific opportunity for individuals, communities, businesses, and non-profit orgs alike to get involved in the defining issue and movement of our era. The call is open to all, with limited space. Sign up here: http://onepercentfortheplanet.org/blog/?p=1285 For more info, visit 350.org's 'Businesses for 350' page here: http://www.350.org/people/business from post -- 2009 could mark the most significant year in climate change history as world leaders meet in Copenhagen this December to tackle a new plan for curbing global greenhouse gas emissions. Currently, our atmosphere carries over 387 parts per million (ppm) of carbon dioxide the leading cause of global climate change. Our top climate scientists (James Hansen, Nicholas Stern, Rajendra Pachauri, and Al Gore) have indicated that a safe climate future rests at 350 ppm (or less). Actions across the globe will take place on October 24th - the International Day of Climate Action to help spread awareness around this number and the forthcoming release of the United Nation new international climate change treaty.