Promoting solutions to address the climate crisis
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The climate crisis is already here.
Our earth is rapidly heating. We have no choice but to take action, to shift our perspectives, and engage others in doing the same. Join us.
Speak for the Trees!
Your Help Is Needed to Protect Our Native Oak!
City Planning is once again looking at a prospective tree ordinance. Although NSCA and other community organizations have asked for your comments in the past, now is the time to voice your support again. It is crucial that as many voices as possible are heard on this issue. The future of Redding will require a mix of native oaks and non-invasive, drought resistant street trees that is capable of mitigating causes and effects of climate change. The City’s tree canopy needs to grow, not shrink. Areas with few trees will need an equitable tree canopy. An ordinance that informs property owners and developers of requirements for protecting our urban trees must be clearly stated.
Takeaways from COP28
The 2023 UN Conference of Parties – or COP28, took place in the city of Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates from November 30 to December 12, 2023. Like its predecessors, the meetings concluded with mixed results. Some have lauded the “historic” consensus text which includes the need to “transition” away from fossil fuels. Others have lamented the vague language and non-binding nature of the text which, once again, leaves countries with too much leeway to circumvent real action while giving the appearance of climate leadership.
Read more HERE.
Redding City General Plan Update
Redding is in the process of updating its General Plan. By state law, any decisions relating to the physical development of a community must be consistent with the General Plan. Redding’s most recent update was October 2000, over 22 years ago.
As drafted, the new General Plan language fails to require the adoption of a Climate Action Plan, which would improve Redding’s access to State grant money. Further, the proposed revisions repeatedly weaken protections of our environment.
NSCA recommends that members of the public review the City of Redding draft General Plan update documents, especially noting the lack of specific language regarding commitment to current environmental protections, ie. “consider” vs “develop and adopt.” Please submit comments at the above link to gpcomments@cityofredding.org. You can also request to be added to the General Plan update list at the same email address.
Our mission statement
North State Climate Action (NSCA) is a group of volunteers in California’s far North State region, including Shasta and adjoining counties.
Our mission is to promote solutions addressing the climate crisis through education, collaboration, and action in our communities.
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Education Focus Group
We inform our subscribers and the general public about climate change issues and solutions in our region and beyond.
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Action Focus Group
We create a connection to local elected officials and government bodies as well as State and National elected officials, alerting our members to opportunities for personal action.
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Collaboration Focus Group
We focus on networking with other groups pursuing solutions to climate change, partnering when appropriate and providing support as needed.
The Science Demands We Take Action
The science is clear. We are already living with the consequences of a warming earth. We are paying attention and sharing the latest, along with our observations and insights from our own experiences.
“I have learned you are never too small to make a difference.”
— Greta Thunberg