Riding for the Future—the 2009 Brita Climate Ride

How far would you pedal for a new energy future?  This September 26 - 30th, more than two hundred cyclists will join together on the 2009 Brita Climate Ride from New York City to the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC.  Now in its second year, the Climate Ride allows solar citizens to make a powerful statement about the need for renewable energy and climate change mitigation, through a beautiful 300-mile bicycle ride through such areas as the Delaware River Valley, Valley Forge and Amish Country.

The Brita Climate Ride supports essential climate projects at two beneficiary organizations: Focus the Nation and Clean Air – Cool Planet. The fundraising efforts of Climate Riders (minimum ‘ante’ $2,400) help support their projects.

In order to accommodate more riders, the number of available openings has been doubled to 250. If last year’s event is any measure, they will fill up fast, so anyone with an interest (and strong legs) should register soon.

What else will the Brita Climate Ride mean for you?

Besides being part of a grassroots effort to call attention to climate change, you can meet knowledgeable renewable energy experts, climate activists, scientists, young leaders and everyday folks committed to making a difference.  You can hear informative talks each evening during the ‘conference on wheels’;  and you can discuss climate science, green technology, and solutions to the climate crisis while re-energizing for the next day’s ride.

The Time is Now – We’re at a climatic tipping point and with the upcoming COP15 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen in December, the 2009 Brita Climate Ride is more timely than ever.

Go here to find out more about this exciting and powerful event (and to be a part of it!):
http://www.climateride.org/