The Greenlining Institute asks that you join us in Oakland on Monday, June 7^th to testify on behalf of small businesses, families, and communities at an official CPUC Public Hearing to ask the question: Why is PG&E raising its rates by 30% during an economic crisis, while spending $44 million of ratepayer dollars to pass Proposition 16?

What: Public Hearing on PG&E’s unnecessary $4 Billion (30%) Rate Hikes

Where: Elihu Harris State Building in Downtown Oakland (1^st Floor Auditorium)

When: Monday, June 7^th, at 2 pm and 7 pm

Why: To protest unnecessary rate hikes and Proposition 16

Who: You and your community!

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YES on 15 (Public Financing of Elections):

This initiative creates a “test run” public financing system for Secretary of State candidates. “Communities of color are always at a disadvantage when big money dominates politics,” said Greenlining Institute executive director Orson Aguilar. “Public financing would reduce the dominance of lobbyists and special interests and increase the power of ordinary citizens.” Click here to print Greenlining Voter Guide
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Communities of color agree … NO on Prop 16! It is the right decision to protect our democracy, create clean energy jobs and protect our environment for future generations. To watch NO on Prop 16 video click here

Protect Our Right To Choose Clean Energy: Vote NO on Prop 16
On May 4^th, Greenlining wrote a letter to PG&E President and CEO Peter Darbee opposing Proposition 16.  Prop 16, cleverly called the “Taxpayer’s Right to Vote Act” by PG&E – the ballot proposition’s sponsor and sole funder – is up for election on June 8th.  To read our letter to PG&E click here

What Would Prop 16 Do?

Prop 16 would rewrite California’s constitution to create a new two-thirds super-majority requirement before local governments could expand or create a public power agency, or establish a Community Choice Energy program.
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Greenlining’s 17th Annual Economic Summit: Rebuilding the American Dream
Join us on April 9th in downtown Los Angeles as we discuss how we nurture new and capable leaders to Rebuild the American Dream. We will discuss current efforts that aim for a more responsive and effective government as well as the need for responsible corporations to be partners in win-win efforts.  This years keynote speaker will be the Hon. Barney Frank Chairman of the House financial Services Committee.
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Click here to register online

Green Assets:
Greening Our Neighborhoods & Putting Americans to Work
Energy-Efficiency or ‘Cash for Caulkers’ says President Obama, is the most effective way to help Americans. Our most recent report concurs – Block by Block – Community by Community – saving $$$ while boosting our local economies.
Click here to read report

The State of Solar: Expanding California’s New Landscape of Opportunity
With billions of dollars heading to California for solar manufacturing and installations through the American Recovery Reinvestment Act, Greenlining looks at equity and opportunity. Will Solar Shine for all Californians?
Click here to read report

Toxic Triangle Meeting Kicks off February 13th at Allen Temple Baptist Church

Representing the Greenlining Coalition, the Green Assets Team will be presenting at the first of three public hearings at the Allen Baptist Temple Church in Oakland. This is a wake-up call to the community, policy makers and all concerned with our future and health.
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Leadership Academy:
Meet the New Class of 2009 Academy Fellows
The leaders of tomorrow are here today!  Greenlining proudly welcomes the fellow’s class of 2009.  Read bios here.

Now Accepting Applications for 2010 Academy Programs
The Academy Promotes leadership in students who want hands-on public policy and advocacy experience and provides opportunities for them to acquire skills and build vital social networks that will enhance their effectiveness as future leaders.
Click here to learn more.

Our Democracy:
Line Up California! Draw the Lines for a Diverse Democracy
Last year voters passed Proposition 11, the California Voters FIRST Act, which calls for the creation of a new Citizens Redistricting Commission. The Greenlining Institute is working to ensure that this powerful commission reflects the diversity found throughout our state. Click here to apply and learn more.

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ABC 7 Profiles The Greenlining Leadership Academy
For the past 21 years, through their Profiles in Excellence series, ABC 7 has featured Bay Area residents and organizations that have made important contributions to the community.  Orson Aguilar and the Greenlining Leadership Academy took center stage in ABC’s July episode of Profiles of Excellence.  Watch video here.

Let Steinberg Know:  Anti-Consumer Commissioner Chong Should be Rejected
Greenlining met with every member of the Senate Rules Committee on August 18th urging them to reject Rachelle Chong’s nomination to the California Public Utilities Commission.  Read article here.

Support AB 1405: The AB 32 Community Benefit Fund
AB1405, the Community Benefit Fund, co-sponsored by The Greenlining Institute, Coalition for Clean Air, NAACP and Race Poverty and The Environment needs your support!  This legislation acts to ensure that dollars coming through proposed carbon mechanisms (billions a year potentially) have specific set aside for disadvantaged communities. Read AB1405 PDF here and find draft support letter here.

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Leadership Academy
Meet the 2009 class of Summer Associates!
The leaders of the tomorrow are here today!  Greenlining proudly welcomes the Summer Associates class of 2009.  Read bios here.

Green Assets
Greenlining Holds Convening on Creating Opportunities for Communities of Color in the New Green Economy
At issue were strategies for leverage existing climate change legislation and sponsoring new legislation to ensure that the next wave of progress does not pass our communities by.  Read agenda and presentation materials here.

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