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Dirty Energy Use Thrives In Tennessee "Fracking" issue develops, opportunity grows
Dear SOCM members and supporters, Recently, SOCM members took part in a hearing to fight for regulation of the practice known as "fracking," an environmentally  | | E3 Committee Chair Cathie Bird (center) attends an April 28 hearing to consider regualtion of fracking. The E3 Committee continues to work on this important environmental issue. |
dangerous process used to extract natural gas for energy use. It's just one more dirty energy process our nation is adopting more heavily to meet our growing energy needs. As time passes us by, we as an organization have to be prepared to take the actions needed to work against new threats to our Tennessee land. In the coming months, you'll have plenty of opportunities to lend a hand in our efforts to continue justice work in Tennessee. On May 17, you can join the E3 Committee conference call to support natural resources protection work. A benefit for SOCM and TN LEAF, June 9, will bring out a crowd at the Belcourt Theater in Nashville, Tenn. for a showing of the documentary "The Last Mountain."
Continue visiting socm.org for information regarding the latest Tennessee justice efforts. We have a big summer ahead of us! Sincerely, Your SOCM Team
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Green-Collar Jobs Committee seeks to make energy efficiency affordable
Committee works for better pathways to renewable energy Are you someone who's been practicing energy efficiency methods for years, maybe even decades? Does your utility company communicate with you about tips, incentives, and tax credits for energy efficiency and renewable energy? Do you have a question about energy usage, but have been hesitant to ask it? The Green-Collar Jobs Committee is discussing how to make the path to energy efficiency and renewable energy easier to understand and more affordable for working and elderly Tennesseans. They are researching how to extend assistance such as the Recovery Act money that gave the Weatherization Assistance Program - a pre-existing program - such a boost, as well as how to make jobs in that sector green-collar jobs - those that can support a family and respect workers' rights such as health and safety. If you have ideas, experience, or knowledge in this area, we need you! Contact Cassie Watters today at cassie@socm.org or 865-249-7488 to get involved, and watch the website for the June face-to-face Committee meeting date, tentatively scheduled for Saturday, June 11 in Lebanon.
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Monica Kimball joins SOCM staff!
New Community Organizer to staff Jackson Chapter, Anti-Racism TeamMonica Kimball, a SOCM member living in Gallatin, Tenn. and lifelong
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Tennessean, joins the SOCM staff as Community Organizer based in Jackson, staffing the Jackson Chapter and the Anti-Racism Transformation/ART Team. Monica joined SOCM's new Legislative Committee this year and was active in lobbying efforts on environmental and jobs issue. She joins SOCM with experience as an Americorps Vista Coordinator with the Onion River Exchange in VT, where she engaged in member recruitment, fundraising chapter building, outreach and event organizing. She most recently acted as Financial Support Assistant for HomeSafe, a domestic violence program covering Sumner, Wilson, and Robertson Counties, where she went above and beyond her job duties to create an Empowerment Program in which shelter residents, community leaders, and people who complete the program teach classes and share their skills. She is looking forward to moving to Jackson and working with members there to grow a sustainable, active chapter, as well as engaging with the ART Team to boldly move forward with their journey toward becoming an anti-racist institution. Please welcome her when you see her!
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Attend a documentary showing to benefit SOCM, June 9
Premier of "The Last Mountain" at historical Belcourt Theatre
Gather with family and friends in Nashville, Tenn., June 9, to enjoy some popcorn and a premier showing of "The Last Mountain" at the Belcourt Theatre. Check back at socm.org for additional information as plans for this event develop. SOCM is honored to be part of this educational event.
A passionate and personal tale that honors the extraordinary power of ordinary Americans when they fight for what they believe in, "The Last Mountain" shines a light on America's energy needs and how those needs are being supplied. It is a fight for our future that affects us all.
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