A Climate to Thrive (ACT) aims to build Mount Desert Island's local economy and make the island a leader in carbon reduction practices and policies. Hosted by the MDI Climate Solution's group, ACT will move the island towards energy independence and adressing the issue of climate change to benefit the land, improve public helathy, and strengthen the community. 

Be part of the conversation, the action and the solution! Join the launch event on Sunday, January 24 from 3:00pm-6:00pm at the Neighborhood House in Northeast Harbor. This event will include a keynote by Venu Rao of the Hollis (NH) Energy Committee, and break-out planning groups in: 
•    solar power
•    other alternative energy sources
•    local food
•    waste management
•    policy
•    energy efficiency in buildings, and 
•    transportation. 

Each group will be led by experts and a facilitator. We look forward community input on all of these topics! 

The event will conclude with food, catered by August Moon, Sassafras Catering and Food for All, and live music! 

Visit the MDI Climate Soltuions website for more details. 

A Climate to Thrive is supported by funding from the New England Grassroots Environment Fund.