Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Amazon is eager to open the single biggest climate wrecking facility in the country. billmckibben.substack.com/p/amazon-cri...billmckibben.substack.comAmazon CrimeAnd Other Tales of Billionaire Lying from the Data Center Wars 19141
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 29/09/2026What happened to all those billionaire techbro climate promises? Greed. billmckibben.substack.com/p/amazon-crimebillmckibben.substack.comAmazon CrimeAnd Other Tales of Billionaire Lying from the Data Center Wars 022
Reposted by Third Act Ohiolani ritter hall @laniritterhall.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2026/09/29/o...nytimes.comOpinion | I’m Exhausted. You’re Demoralized. We Weren’t Built for a World Like This. (Gift Article)A greatly underappreciated virtue of other presidents was that you could forget about them for weeks at a time. 021
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 29/09/2026"Eight grid battery projects won state contracts last week, which collectively will add 950 MW of non-emitting, on-demand power by 2030. That’s meaningful progress toward the state’s goal of 6 gigawatts by 2030." www.canarymedia.com/articles/bat...canarymedia.comWill New York's 1GW storage contracts finally break the state's big…The state stepped in with a market-based contract in hopes of jump-starting the big battery construction that has so far proved elusive. 042
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 29/09/2026We need affordability. And also just a smidgen of serenity? www.nytimes.com/2026/09/29/o...nytimes.comOpinion | I’m Exhausted. You’re Demoralized. We Weren’t Built for a World Like This.A greatly underappreciated virtue of other presidents was that you could forget about them for weeks at a time. 1324251
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 28/09/2026What can we learn in this Politico article? --No training in farming or energy policy --History of posting conspiracy theories on social media --Skeptical about scientific evidence for human-caused climate change --Claims to be an environmentalist, but hangs out at the Trump White Housepolitico.comAn unlikely power player in the fight over solar on farmlandAlexandra Fasulo's attacks on New York solar have reached Washington and the governor's race. The state has struggled to counter her claims, even when they don't hold up. 064
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Just a reminder that you can go millions of miles between oil changes when you drive an EV www.wsj.com/business/ret...wsj.comIran War Is Driving Up the Cost of Your Next Oil ChangeHigher gas prices were just the warm-up act for drivers, repair shops and retailers like Walmart and Costco. 1031361
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 25/09/2026The opponents of rural clean energy development miss an important point: "Clean energy projects present a massive opportunity for rural America. By bringing in new tax dollars, they can be an economic lifeline for struggling rural communities as well as for farmers..."canarymedia.comThe challenges and opportunities of clean energy in rural AmericaAgricultural communities don’t always welcome clean energy developments. But projects can provide significant economic opportunities. 034
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Gorman Rd banner drop over I-95. Vote early! @indivisiblehocomd.bsky.social 084
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Wondering how fired up the opposition is? Big crowd in Allentown PA in the middle of a full on nor’easter On to knock doors for Bob Brooks in the Congressional race here in PA 7!!! @thirdactorg.bsky.social 48313
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Democracy at (soggy) work. In the pizza place on the south side of Easton PA, getting the next set of voter lists for an afternoon of door knocking! 913610
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 26/09/2026#TeslaTakedown Rockville MD Vote early! 182
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 27/09/2026One of the many Third Act crews out door-knocking in Pennsylvania yesterday. If old folks can do this in a nor'easter, anyone can! Under 40 days to go, run through the tape! 117219
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026@saveohioparks.bsky.social presented information about fracking Ohio public lands and signed up new volunteers at Tremont Arts and Culture Festival Sept. 19 in Cleveland. Despite afternoon rain, the fair drew an enthusiastic crowd. @neosierraclub.bsky.social @ccbecker271.bsky.social 164
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Solarizing the first Habitat house that Jimmy Carter worked on, and other tales of Climate Week billmckibben.substack.com/p/a-sunny-we...billmckibben.substack.comA Sunny Week in New YorkAt least in certain ways 417536
Reposted by Third Act Ohiolani ritter hall @laniritterhall.bsky.social · 25/09/2026ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/09/25/o...ohiocapitaljournal.comOhio’s biggest solar project finally gets permit after long legal limbo • Ohio Capital JournalOhio’s largest solar and battery project can finally move forward after years of slogging through legal and regulatory challenges. 032
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act SoCal @thirdactsocal.bsky.social · 24/09/2026"Author, environmentalist and activist Bill McKibben has been a key climate organizer… In 2021, he founded Third Act, a nonprofit group for older environmentalists, with the support of big names including Vermont senator Bernie Sanders and Jane Fonda." www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...?independent.co.ukThe Independent Climate 100 List 2026Back for its third year, The Independent is proud to publish its list of the world’s leading environmentalists – marking the campaigners, change makers and innovators who are making a positive and sig... 034
Third Act Ohio @thirdactoh.bsky.social · 24/09/2026"Acton wants to end fracking under Ohio’s state parks and wildlife areas according to her campaign" 000
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Not voting is voting. 055
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026"The path forward is difficult, but the way is clear. We want solar for everyone, everywhere, before the decade is out. ... standing up to the powerful can be scary. But ... one thing that unites us, ... we live beneath the same sun. That unity is our strength, and we must use it to act now."theguardian.comThe climate fight has one great ally. You just can’t look at it directly | Bill McKibbenThere is hope in solar power. As the UN meets, we are urging leaders to pursue a clear goal: clean energy for all by 2030 1105
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Maine @thirdactmaine.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Kudos to the State of Maine for installing new electric vehicle chargers in some key lots near state office buildings in Augusta. There are 18 new chargers in all at 3 different lots. Installation is still in progress in the capable hands of ReVision Energy @revisionsolar.bsky.social 0116
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Florida luxury realtors asked how they rationalize selling homes at high risk of flooding over next 14 years. @emoree.bsky.social Heated substack: bit.ly/4j8xKdB A clear warning for Ohio snow birds. Mother Nature doesn't punch a time clock. @thirdactoh.bsky.social @ccbecker271.bsky.socialbit.lyThe open houses at the edge of disasterWhat are buyers being told about climate risk in Miami? I posed as one to find out. 121
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Thank you @kentksmith.bsky.social for affirming @saveohioparks.bsky.social research, May report that Ohio GOP supermajority quashed 5.3 GW of wind, solar since 2014. Smith's ICYMI report on Ohio AG's audit of PUCO breaks it down. bit.ly/4hCc7kP @ccbecker271.bsky.social @quinnglabicki.bsky.socialbit.lyAn audit of the PUCO said your bill is too high because of a lack of new generation. We explain it. 023
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Help save our parks and the planet by helping your community make the switch to renewable energy. Become a Solar Ambassador at this Sept. 23 webinar. Register: bit.ly/4rjaNq9 @ccbecker271.bsky.social @thirdactoh.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social @cleanairmoms-oh.bsky.social @ 053
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Agrivoltaics with Rebekah Pierce September 25, 1:00 PM Rebekah Pierce of J&R Pierce Family Farm in Clinton County, NY will talk about agrivoltaics, agricultural land use for solar, & how advocates can best support local solar projects. Register: thirdact.org/upstate-ny/e... 012
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Faith @thirdactfaith.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Don't forget to register for our conversation next week with Rev. Jennifer Butler, September 22 on Zoom, as we continue our series on how spiritual commitments influence voting patterns. thirdact.org/faith/events... 012
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Last night's Solar Advocacy Panel, part of Sustainable Hudson Valley's Climate Solutions Week. Panel: Michael Richardson, @thirdactorg.bsky.social Campaign Director; Kate Selden; Lydia Miner, Sustainable PR; Kiara Carman, Sustainable Hudson Valley. Photos: L Evans 154
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Maine @thirdactmaine.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Third Act Mainers met in Augusta yesterday for our annual meeting. It's so wonderful and inspiring to all meet in person! Marcia Taylor had us singing all together, “If not now, when? If not me, who? We won't quit until the common good is done. Together, we have work to do!” 032
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Migrating toxic, radioactive wastewater brine threatens residents’ water, safety, businesses and now-- access to heat. Gwen Sour MariettaTimes: bit.ly/4rgMd9H Solar could be option to keep heat, lights on. @ccbecker271.bsky.social @thirdactoh.bsky.social @amyactonoh.bsky.socialbit.lyActon pledges three-year injection well moratoriumMARIETTA – Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton pledged to halt new permits for wastewater injection wells and further wastewater injections in Washington County for three years if elected... 083
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 15/09/2026US data centers will be use more natural gas than any country except China, Russia, Iran and the United States. It's like we're inventing a huge new nation, just when the climate needs it least billmckibben.substack.com/p/the-two-ho...billmckibben.substack.comThe Two Horsemen, Riding in FormationIs There Suddenly an Opening for AI and Climate Sense? 10290143
Reposted by Third Act Ohiothirdactco.bsky.social @thirdactco.bsky.social · 16/09/2026For more information: bleedingthefuture.org 022
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Like @amyactonoh.bsky.social, @saveohioparks.bsky.social believes clean air, water, pristine parks and a viable planet are bipartisan issues important to everyone, not just one political party. @morgantrau.bsky.social WEWS: bit.ly/4dm2kwJ @ccbecker271.bsky.social @thirdactoh.bsky.socialbit.lyOne-on-one: Dr. Amy Acton discusses challenges in flipping Ohio blueIn one of the most watched gubernatorial races in the country, Dr. Amy Acton believes she can be the Democrat to turn Ohio blue. 065
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Paul Krugman on the Trump administration's denial of AI and climate-change risks for humanity. paulkrugman.substack.com/p/the-maga-p...paulkrugman.substack.comThe MAGA Plot(s) to Destroy HumanityOn AI and climate, it’s the same story of mass destruction 052
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Between debunking the climate hoax and the AI hoax, I'm sure glad that President Trump is there to let us sleep well each night! www.wsj.com/tech/ai/trum...wsj.comTrump Says AI Doesn’t Need More Guardrails And Calls Safety Fears a HoaxThe president alleges that a conspiracy is undermining support for AI and data centers, amid fierce public debate about the technology’s risks. 511024
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Carbon wave instead of C footprint; collective instead of individual. But, they're not mutually exclusive but parts of a continuum. Stokes: “It doesn’t have to start as a huge thing. You just begin where you are and believe that you can make an impact.”yaleclimateconnections.orgInside the passage of America’s biggest climate law » Yale Climate ConnectionsIn a new memoir, author Leah Stokes takes readers behind the scenes of U.S. democracy – and shows how people can still have an outsize impact by working together. 062
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act @thirdactorg.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Join GrayPAC and Third Act on September 16 for our September All-In Call with special guest Rep. Justin Pearson! Join us to learn how you can help elect climate and democracy champions in 2026. RSVP: thirdact.org/events/septe... 12414
Reposted by Third Act Ohiolani ritter hall @laniritterhall.bsky.social · 15/09/2026ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/09/15/c...ohiocapitaljournal.comCoal-to-solar project lands a rare clean-energy win in Ohio • Ohio Capital JournalThis story was originally published by Canary Media. Clean energy scored a rare win in Ohio last month when state regulators unanimously approved a permit for 149 megawatts of solar and 149 MW of batt... 011
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026TESCREAL tenets of AI disregard humanity's dignity, prioritizing billionaire bunkers on Mars, while ignoring social injustice, planetary collapse. Jessica Sun @paxchristiusa.bsky.social: bit.ly/4yCeABG @amyklobuchar.com @factsustain.bsky.social @ccbecker271.bsky.social @thirdactoh.bsky.socialbit.lyPope Leo, “Artificial Intelligence,” and Catholic Social TeachingBy Jessica SunPax Christi Young Adult Caucus “Artificial intelligence” is poorly defined. It does not refer to a coherent set of technologies. Discussions about “AI” generally become more lucid whe… 042
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Didn't RSVP for tonight's @saveohioparks.bsky.social Cincinnati fundraiser? Walk-ins welcome. We'll greet you at the door. Help us stop Ohio from fracking public lands for gas to power AI data centers: bit.ly/4xlYWtb @green-umbrella.bsky.social @thirdactoh.bsky.social @davidpepperoh.bsky.social 011
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act SoCal @thirdactsocal.bsky.social · 11/09/2026I'm attending a @theactionnetwork.bsky.social event: September All In Call . RSVP here: actionnetwork.org/events/septe...actionnetwork.orgSeptember All In CallAs a drumbeat in the lead to the midterm election, join Third Act as we get fired up to vote and win back our democracy. 012
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Washington @thirdactwashington.bsky.social · 12/09/2026One of our members talked about what it's like to go on a canvassing trip with our partner organization Common Power. "It's exhausting and exhilarating," she said, "The collective impact feels great." thirdact.org/washington/2...thirdact.orgDay in the life of a canvasserOur midterm partner Common Power mobilizes, organizes, and supports volunteer canvassing efforts in critical elections around the country. We asked TAWA member and regular Common Power canvasser Carri... 023
Reposted by Third Act OhioRebecca Solnit @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · 12/09/2026 “I knew the kind of heart he had: the kind that loves and protects without limits,” she said. “That day haunts me forever. That trauma will be with me for the rest of my life and I will never be the same.” 6412134
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Washington @thirdactwashington.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Studies show that postcarding actually does have a measurable impact on voter turnout. If you're in Washington State and you'd like to try it, we'd love to connect you with supplies, people, or events, or all three!thirdact.orgMake a difference one postcard at a time!Want to help democrats take back Congress? Most of us don’t have thousands of dollars to contribute to the key races and can’t travel to swing states to canvas. But... 032
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 12/09/2026So, @governor.ny.gov, when are you going to sign the SUNNY Act? www.canarymedia.com/articles/bal...canarymedia.comBalcony solar is this year’s clean energy superstar in the USAt the start of 2026, only Utah had legalized plug-in solar. Eight other states have followed suit in an effort to help people lower their sky-high energy… 042
Reposted by Third Act OhioThird Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 12/09/2026#TeslaTakedown Rockville MD Vote early! 1102
Reposted by Third Act OhioSave Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 12/09/2026If we love clean air, water and pristine Ohio state parks, we need to speak, act and vote only for political candidates who pledge to protect them. @saveohioparks.bsky.social Melinda Zemper Opinion The Ripple. @cincynature.bsky.social: bit.ly/4cGp0HX @thirdactoh.bsky.social @ccbecker271.bsky.social 083
Reposted by Third Act OhioBill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Bushwhacked into a high elevation beaver pond this morning just to make sure autumn was coming this year despite it all And yes 1123712
Reposted by Third Act OhioRebecca Solnit @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · 11/09/2026A quarter century ago, 2,600 people lost their lives in Manhattan, and then several million people lost their story. They were only defeated when their resilience was stolen from them by clichés, by the invisibility of what they accomplished that extraordinary morning, and by the word "terrorism".. 1232599