Green Unionists

How often do you get the chance to save the world?

Between now and December we all have an opportunity to do just that. Our changing climate is one of the biggest challenges we face as workers, as a nation and as a globe. For decades scientists have been warning of the dangers of climate change caused by greenhouse gas emissions. This year it is important that our leaders step up to meet this challenge.

The scientists tell us that if we achieve a global agreement on climate change in December at the Copenhagen negotiations, we may be able to save the Barrier Reef, stop 100 million people from being displaced and minimise the number and intensity of cyclones, bushfires, floods and droughts.

Unions have a proud history of campaigning on environmental issues. But rarely has the stakes been as high as they are now. That is why unions around the country are joining together to encourage members to be part of the climate solution.

The Climate Connectors campaign has been developed by Australian Unions and the Australian Conservation Foundation to give workers an opportunity to get involved and make a lasting difference to the planet.

As a Climate Connector you will be able to make change in your home, your workplace and your community.

Through connecting together as workers we can build a low emissions future and protect ourselves, and generations to come from the terrible consequences of dangerous climate change.

Australian unions are committed to being part of the solution to the climate crisis, and to building a clean economy that will provide prosperity to future generations. I encourage you to get involved and become a Climate Connector.

Regards
Sharan Burrow and the Union Climate Connectors' team.