Richmond was once an industrial powerhouse, building automobiles and battleships. It’s still home to a sprawling oil refinery owned by global fossil fuel colossus, Chevron. But it’s also well on its way to becoming a cutting-edge laboratory for progressive policy experimentation.
Join us to hear some of the prominent Richmond environmental justice leaders working on the climate challenges facing Richmond: planning for a just transition, tackling the impacts of sea-level rise, and dealing with the financial impact of closing the Chevron refinery. We’ll also take a look at the plan to improve the air we breathe and the health of our communities. Bring your questions, and prepare to be inspired!
Speakers:
Marisol Cantú, grassroots organizer, strategist, teacher, and researcher
Jamin Pursell, community activist