Climate writers 🌱 August ft. data centres and AI

Are you concerned about climate change? Join us for our monthly gatherings where we connect with politicians and learn about effective climate solutions from experts.

Our August session focuses on data centres and AI. With AI rapidly changing our world, understanding the environmental impact of the infrastructure supporting it is crucial. Leading academics Dr. Seyedmahmoudian (Swinburne University of Technology) and Dr. Hosseini (University of Melbourne) will explore the unseen consequences of AI, including increased electricity and water consumption and pressure on local resources.

What to Expect:

For Newcomers:

• 1:00 PM: Mingle and snack
• 1:15 PM: Onboarding session:
  • Effective strategies for contacting politicians
  • Climate policy pop quiz
  • Writing an impactful email to your MP
• 1:45 PM: Community updates
• 2:00 PM: Guest speaker panel discussing data centres and AI
• 3:00 PM: Email your MPs on pressing climate issues, such as the Federal inquiry on data centres. Writing resources will be provided. (Don’t forget your laptop!)
• 4:00 PM: Wrap-up

Who Should Attend?

Everyone referred by another attendee is welcome, whether you’re starting your climate journey or are a seasoned advocate. In fact, 2 in 3 attendees have never contacted a politician before!

What to Bring?

• Your 💻 laptop
• If you’d like, a 🥨 snack to share

Can I Bring a Friend?

Absolutely! Just make sure they register via this event page.

When Do We Meet?

We typically hold meetings once a month on Thursdays, with occasional weekend gatherings. Check our community calendar for more dates.

📍 Location: Register for the exact address.

About Climate Writers:

Climate Writers is a grassroots community empowering Australians to advocate for environmental issues and their local communities. What began as small living room gatherings has grown to over 400 members, resulting in 800+ personalized letters to politicians, meetings with MPs, and contributions to policy papers presented to the NSW Minister. Our mission is to elevate climate conversations to a level that cannot be ignored.

We are 100% volunteer-run and politically non-partisan.

Follow us on Instagram: @climatewriters

💌 Community Feedback:
"The session inspired me to take action and reassured me that many are committed to fighting climate change."
"Climate change may seem daunting, but the supportive environment makes it easy to get involved."

With over 800 emails sent, we've achieved:

• Significant policy changes, including the Climate Change Bill and stronger regulations on deforestation.
• Meetings with MPs to discuss pressing climate issues.
• Publications in local media highlighting community concerns.

Register for the Event — we look forward to seeing you there!