Join us on June 2nd for a multi-stop event as we raise awareness and demand the shutdown of National Grid's toxic fossil fuel depot in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. We aim to visualize a sustainable future for the 120-acre site and demonstrate community opposition to National Grid's destructive practices.

Event Schedule:

Part 1: Bicycles and Boats!

12:00 - 12:30 PM: Meet the team at Manhattan Avenue Park on Newtown Creek (1160 Manhattan Ave. Brooklyn on GPS) and prepare for the action-packed day ahead. Limited boat seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bike Ride: MEET HERE MAP

1:00 PM: Bike Ride for a Sustainable Brooklyn: Embark on a bicycle tour through North Brooklyn, spreading awareness about National Grid's toxic facility and promoting our shared vision for a sustainable, community-driven future. Banners along the Newtown Creek will highlight our united front against National Grid.

Part 2: Art-filled Community Rally and Little League Mudball Toss

3:00 PM: Rally at National Grid Facility: Join us at the corner of Vandervoort and Division for a spirited rally featuring music, performances, community speakers, and local elected officials. We will gather at the now-defunct Greenpoint Little League field to send a clear message that we will not pay to be poisoned. Rally: MEET HERE MAP

Why Your Participation Matters:

1. Demand Action: Help us call for the immediate shutdown of National Grid's fossil fuel depot and promote renewable energy solutions.
2. Raise Awareness: Educate the public about National Grid's harmful practices and their impact on our community.
3. Build Community: Join fellow activists and residents for a fun, boundary-pushing action that encourages collaboration and unity.
4. Media Impact: Create attention-grabbing visuals and messaging to generate media coverage and pressure National Grid to change course.
5. Advocate for a Better Future: Stand up for a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environment for current and future generations.

Join us on June 2nd as we raise our voices and pedal for a greener, cleaner Brooklyn! Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the fight for environmental justice.

To learn more about our fight against National Grid's toxic legacy, Sign our Petition! to be delivered by hand on May 16 and again on June 20 in Albany at the Public Service Commission monthly meeting. We will continue delivering additional signatures every month thereafter until they make an official decision to listen to the people or listen to a UK-based multi-billion-dollar corporation acting as a public utility.