September 21st (that's this sunday in Australia) ls Global Day of Climate Action. It’s the day of the People’s Climate March, an unprecedented climate mobilisation – in size, beauty, and impact. Many 1 Million Women members have asked - "what is the Peoples Climate March and how can I get involved?" The answer is, in anyway you can! Here's the lowdown on what's going on around Australia for climate action day in more detail. What is it the People’s March? The event is a massive, history-making march in New York City, with hundreds of coordinated actions around the world. The message is simple – Action, Not Words – it’s time for Australia to get out of the way of real climate action, to say no to new fossil fuel expansion and to protect and grow our renewable energy sector. There are plenty of events going on in Australia. The goal’s are clear:
- - Tony Abbott to put real climate action on the G20 agenda
- - A strong Renewable Energy Target and timetable for 100% renewable energy
- - No new coal or gas projects
Not near a capital city? Here is the full list of events going on around Australia .