The Climate is Calling – Will We Answer in Time?
The Climate is Calling – Will We Answer in Time? On April 7th Cool Davis was deeply honored to receive the City of Davis Earth Day Proclamation on behalf of the community of organizations and individuals who work to make our local neighborhoods, community institutions…
Meet the Moment: Answer the Call
Meet the Moment: Answer the Call Every day the conflict in the middle east magnifies the risks and costs of dependence on fossil fuels. Tomorrow the annual Earth Hour challenges us all again to a worldwide reflection & action 8:30-9:30 pm local time. It falls…
Are E-Bikes Safe? What California’s SB 381 Study Reveals About Risks, Data Gaps, and Smarter Policy
E-bikes in California Nowadays, we see electric bicycles, more commonly known as e-bikes, all around us. From campus bike paths to the Davis streets, the presence of e-bikes has grown rapidly throughout California and the Davis community. Providing an easier cycling experience through motor assistance…
Cool Davis on the Move: Join Us for Spring Transportation Pop-Ups & Events
This spring, Cool Davis is bringing clean transportation to the community with a series of engaging, hands-on events—and you’re invited to take part. We’ll be hosting a transportation-themed pop-up at the Davis Farmers Market on May 23rd, where community members can explore electric vehicles (EVs), e-bikes,…
Davis and the EV Movement: Cleaner Transportation Starts Locally
Electric Vehicles: Good News Keeps Rolling In Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer a niche choice—they’re becoming the norm. From rising global sales to expanding charging infrastructure and positive driver experiences, the momentum behind electric transportation is unmistakable. Locally and globally, the transition to cleaner,…
Fall into Action: Volunteer with Cool Davis This Season!
Looking for a fun and meaningful way to get involved this Fall? Cool Davis has exciting volunteer opportunities lined up, and we’d love for you to join us! Whether you’re passionate about sustainable transportation, clean energy, or community engagement, there’s a place for you at…
Cool Davis Intern Spotlight: Annabelle
Annabelle, a Cool Davis intern and UC Davis Community and Regional Development major with a focus on organization and management, brings together her classroom learning and real-world experience in a thoughtful and grounded way. She’s spent years working in the service industry, currently at a…
Cool Davis Intern Spotlight: Emma
Emma is a third-year UC Davis student majoring in Community and Regional Development, with a focus on environmental policy and planning, and Asian American Studies. Her interest in sustainability began in San Jose, where growing up near an airport made her aware of how environmental…
Together We Are The Solution – Invest Today, Act for Tomorrow
Big Day of Giving is one of the biggest fundraising events of the year. It’s also a time to celebrate our partnerships and collaboration with other non-profits in our region. We hope you’ll go all out to support Cool Davis, our programs, Coalition activities, working…
Volunteer Spotlight: Trish Price
Volunteer Spotlight: Trish Price Trish’s Journey: From Bike Advocacy to Community Organizing As the community of Davis faces shifting dynamics in volunteerism, Trish Price, an inspiring super volunteer and advocate for sustainability, shares her experience with Cool Davis. As a part of our ongoing volunteer…
Important Climate Legislation is Signed! There is Still Time to Act!
Important Climate legislation is signed, but there is still time to act on remaining bills! GOOD NEWS! Governor Newsom Signed Make Polluters Pay and More! Â (Sharing from Physicians for Social Responsibility Eblast) Wednesday, Governor Newsom signed three important bills into law allowing local communities…
Climate Denial, Disinformation and Doublespeak by Big Oil Fueled the Climate Crisis: Storer Lecture October 22nd
How Decades of Climate Denial, Disinformation and Doublespeak by Big Oil Fueled the Climate Crisis Tue, Oct 22, 2024 @ 4:00pm – 7:00pm REGISTER FOR EVENT Location:Â UCD Campus Activities and Recreation Center Activities and Recreation Center Ballroom About the Event: How Decades of Climate…
Transportation Commission Recruiting; Senior and Social Services Also
More active transportation and transit solutions are needed to reduce the bulk of our community’s local greenhouse gas emissions! The City of Davis is recruiting new members of the Transportation Commission this month. With the General Plan is being updated soon, commissions will take a…
Interfaith Housing Justice to Host ‘Davis Housing Solutions: A Community Conversation’
How can we address the need for more affordable housing in Davis? Interfaith Housing Justice of Davis (IHJD) and Davis Opportunity Village (DOVe) are hosting a housing focused forum Thursday, May 16 from 6pm to 9pm at Davis Community Church. The event will bring housing…
Upcoming Extreme Heat and Health Events
Listening session on heat planning The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Climate Change and Health Equity (CCHE) Local Assistance Unit is hosting a listening session on Wednesday, May 8th at 2 p.m. P.T. to solicit your input on our Interim Guide to Equity-Centered Local Health Planning as we…
Taking Collective Climate Action
By Patricia M. Moore, M.A., re-published with permission, see original post on the 350 Sacramento website. In Parts 1 and 2 of this series, we explored how climate change is causing distress in many people, and how pro-environmental activity can help reduce or manage climate anxiety. Although individual…
Coping with Climate Anxiety through Action
By Patricia M. Moore, M.A., re-published with permission, see original post on the 350 Sacramento website. Part 2: Coping with Climate Anxiety through Action In Part 1 of this series, we discussed how more than two-thirds of people in the United States are anxious about climate change. We also…
Green Your Finances: Expert Panel to Focus on Investing
Wed Feb 21 6pm to 8pm Online
I-80 Freeway Widening: Teach In, Update, and Next Steps
The I-80 Teach-In hosted by Cool Davis working groups Davis Futures Forum and Yolo Mobility on Dec 7th was well attended in person and online with over 180 registered participants. The video of the event is now available on our @LiveCoolDavis YouTube channel. Next Steps…
Aggie House Promotes Resilience Among UC Davis Students
The unhoused are among the most vulnerable people in our community during an emergency. Unfortunately, many UC Davis students are currently experiencing housing insecurity. Thankfully, Aggie House, a transitional housing shelter for Davis students, helps to fill the need for shelter in our community. Despite…
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