Spend time exploring and reflecting on ancient and modern texts, poetry, and art that focus on trees and the interconnection of all life and then relax into a guided meditation inspired by our time studying together and themes of resilience in the face of climate disruption. Led by Rabbi Katy Allen, JCAN-MA Co-founder. Online and Free REGISTER […]
What was radical yesterday is reasonable today. Households all across the country are grappling with sudden spikes in energy costs, and a very short window to decarbonize. We and our fellow congregants are looking to upgrade our leak prone houses, but oy, what to do? For years, Rachel White (Byggmeister) and Audrey Schulman (HEET) […]
Calculating your synagogue's "benchmark" -- its carbon footprint -- provides a baseline for ongoing reduction efforts. The methodology is straightforward, all it takes is this webinar and 2-3 hours of concentration. Led by Andrew Webster. Learn how to use the overhauled Bentshmarking spreadsheet MIPL-JCAN Carbon Calculator for Houses of Worship. For years, JCAN has trained green-teams in how […]
Trying to convince people there is a climate crisis with common sense and science doesn’t work. People listen through their emotions, not through their reason. In this six-week class, you will learn a simple technique to write an emotional story from your authentic self. You will learn about the three voices of writing, and how to create an image/moment […]
It's a super-powerful, super-easy, peer-to-peer program, designed to motivate members of YOUR local synagogue/community to substantially reduce carbon in their households. You'll work on the steps, how it fits into climate activism, also the obstacles. Taught by members of the JCAN-MA Tech Council led by Fred Davis, president of JCAN-MA. He has been a leader, […]
Calling all poets and poetry lovers! Spend an evening with the poetry of climate change at a virtual open mike. Rabbi Katy Allen and Dr. Thea Iberall will moderate the evening, sharing some of their poetry, inviting others to share theirs, and facilitating a conversation on what the offered poetry brings up for each of […]
Can your house of worship or non-profit achieve 85% reduction in carbon emissions? Temple Shir Tikva just did that! JCAN is excited to showcase their ground-breaking, up-to-the-moment story of transitioning to heat pumps. Your house of worship or non-profit could face a similar problem/opportunity: Lay leadership was confronted with a failing heating system. They sought […]
plugIN to electrify your heating, cooling or hot water system with a heat pump Heat pumps are one of the most effective ways to make your home more comfortable, reduce your carbon footprint, and help create a healthier community. Learn about air source heat pumps, geothermal systems, and heat pump water heaters. Attend if you want […]
Dr. Tamara Lev, Israel Institute Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow at Boston University, will discusses the climate crisis in Israel. She will describe why Israel is an ecological and climate change "hotspot", and government policies to address these issues, in the light of the current political crisis. Dr. Lev is the Climate Policy Director for the Society for […]
With summer air conditioning season underway, let’s discuss: what makes MA electricity costs so high? Rates in this state are about twice the national average. Is that because we consume less? Because we have the best energy programs? How can we respond, in personal choices, as well as with policy changes? And how do high […]