Power Shift 2011

When it comes to issues involving our environment and environmental policy one of my best friends has really shown me how to get involved.  Recently he as been talking to me about something called Power Shift 2011.

A national clean/green energy movement, specifically geared toward the youth of our country.  Throughout history, America's youth has lead many pivotal movements for change when thought impossible.  "Youth is the engine of the world" is a lyric in one of my favorite songs, Youth by Matisyahu, and is something I strongly believe in.

If you never have heard the song take a listen. Lyrically there isn't a better fit for these issues.

I encourage you to read the lyrics as well.

After researching more on Power Shift 2011 I came across two of their cooperative organizations.

         

Green For All and Energy Action Coalition are both directed to address and take action in the economic sector of this green movement.  Also youth based, much of their work takes place in collaboration with various college campuses.  They both have been installing solar panels, wind turbine, and other forms of sustainable energy to show how our economy can be shifted away form old/outdated ways, and on a sustainable/eco-friendly direction.

Each of the pictures above are linked to their website.  All are simple, easy to navigate, and offer a lot of valuable information.  Take some time to surf around, it is well worth the time.

I chose to post this bog now, not so much as to highlight this movement (as I am sure you already are aware), rather in response to Power Shift 2011's upcoming event.

April 15-18

Washington DC

Youth who are committed, or just interested, in the green/clean energy movement will convene in Washington, DC.  The future of our country and planet will be the main topic of discussion.  Kalamazoo has the most representation then anywhere else in the Midwest.

At Western Michigan, our Students for a Sustainable Earth, have been discussing Power Shift 2011 for some time.  They are having a final information and/or sign up meeting this Friday, April 8th in room 212 of the Bernhard Center.