BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Halt the Harm Network - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://halttheharm.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Halt the Harm Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T160000 DTSTAMP:20260723T214923Z CREATED:20260723T214923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T214923Z UID:10000190-1785344400-1785600000@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Env space at the Appalachian String Band Music Festival\, Clifftop WV DESCRIPTION:Hi friends\, \nWe’re setting up a camp and gathering space at the Appalachian String Band Music Festival in Clifftop\, WV July 29 – August 1st (near Fayetteville at Camp Washington Carver).  \nWe’ll have a table set up for local organizations to display materials. If you have anything from a campaign or effort in the region please share with us.  \nThe camp is a place where friends\, family\, and other environmental justice leaders can meet up and hang out\, talk through the issues facing communities around here\, and bring a little visibility to the movement work happening right alongside all the music and culture. \nIf you’d like to join us\, we’ll be there from Wednesday July 29th – Saturday afternoon August 1st. Please contact me if the ticket cost would be a barrier\, we have some funds aside to support leaders who want to attend! \nI hope we can connect if you’re around! URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/env-space-at-the-appalachian-string-band-music-festival-clifftop-wv/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T203000 DTSTAMP:20260803T163733Z CREATED:20260730T182020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T163733Z UID:10000191-1785871800-1785875400@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Data Centers: What Iowa Communities Can Do to Prepare and Protect presented by Iowa Chapter Sierra Club DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by the Iowa Chapter Sierra Club. \nData centers are being proposed across Iowa at an unprecedented pace\, bringing questions about water use\, energy demand\, local control\, and community impacts. Whether your community is already facing a proposal or you simply want to be prepared\, this webinar will provide the information you need to understand what’s happening and how residents can take action. \nSpeakers: \nJoAnn Beer is the Mayor of Fairfax\, Iowa and is actively working to keep data centers out of her community and nearby communities. \nDuring this presentation\, we’ll cover: \n\nWhat data centers are and why Iowa has become a hotspot for development.\nThe biggest concerns surrounding data centers\, including water use\, electricity demand\, noise\, and impacts on nearby communities.\nAn overview of data center projects across Iowa and the communities already navigating proposals\, including Palo\, Ames\, Hancock County\, Charles City\, Dubuque County\, Jefferson County\, Clinton\, and West Des Moines.\nWhy local ordinances matter\, what strong ordinances look like\, and how communities can advocate for protections before a proposal arrives.\nThe role of county moratoriums and what they can\, and cannot\, accomplish.\nState legislation aimed at increasing transparency and protecting Iowa’s water resources.\nPractical steps you can take to engage with local officials\, organize your community\, and advocate for responsible development.\n\nCommunities across Iowa are beginning to grapple with these proposals\, and many are reaching out for guidance. The best time to prepare is before a data center is proposed in your community. \nJoin us to learn what’s happening\, why it matters\, and how you can help ensure your community has a voice in the process. \nEvent Organizers: \nJess Mazour\njessica.mazour@sierraclub.org\n515-313-5253 \nEvent Photo Credit: \nSinem Görücü / https://betterimagesofai.org / https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/data-centers-what-iowa-communities-can-do-to-prepare-and-protect-presented-by-iowa-chapter-sierra-club/ CATEGORIES:Shared Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T130000 DTSTAMP:20260807T143122Z CREATED:20260807T143122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T143122Z UID:10000199-1786622400-1786626000@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Full Disclosure: Data Centers\, NDAs\, and Transparency DESCRIPTION:When any new development comes to town\, communities should have access to relevant information\, including potential benefits\, potential concerns\, impacts to local infrastructure\, and more. Unfortunately\, many proposed data centers use non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and other secretive tactics to limit public knowledge of data center development. NDAs are legally binding agreements signed by public officials that prohibit them from disclosing any information about a project until it is announced\, including financial incentives or power or water use–-many communities don’t even know the name of the company that will be using the data center when it’s complete. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/full-disclosure-data-centers-ndas-and-transparency/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T130000 DTSTAMP:20260812T195744Z CREATED:20260812T195744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T195744Z UID:10000203-1786708800-1786712400@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:EPA Comment Party (Friday Day) DESCRIPTION:The EPA is proposing to eliminate minimum federal public participation requirements for many “minor source” air pollution permits\, the very permits often used for diesel backup generators at data centers. If adopted\, communities could lose guaranteed notice and the opportunity to comment before new pollution sources are approved. \nJoin us for a Comment Party designed to help you learn about the proposed rule and submit your comments before the August 21 deadline. \nWe’ll kick things off with a brief presentation from Annie Fox (Clean Air Council)\, explaining what the proposed rule would change\, why it matters for communities facing data center development\, and how to write an effective public comment. We’ll also provide talking points and resources to help you craft comments in your own words. \nAfter the presentation\, the session becomes an open house. Drop in whenever you can\, stay for as long as you need\, and visit the breakout room that best fits your needs. Whether you want technical guidance\, feedback on your draft\, help navigating the submission process\, or simply a quiet place to write alongside others\, we’ll have people available to support you every step of the way. We’ll keep a running tally of comments submitted during the event and celebrate every submission together! \nWhether you’ve never submitted a public comment before or you’ve done dozens\, this is an opportunity to take action for your community. \nWhat to Expect\n\n\nA brief overview of the proposed EPA rule and why it matters \n\n\nTalking points and guidance for writing an effective public comment \n\n\nAn open-house format — come and go as your schedule allows \n\n\nBreakout rooms for: \n\n\nTechnical Questions – Learn about the proposed rule and ask questions \n\n\nComment Drafting & Peer Review – Get feedback and support on your comments \n\n\nQuiet Writing Room – Independent writing space with others working alongside you \n\n\nSubmission Support – Get help submitting your comments before the deadline \n\n\n\n\nA chance to celebrate every comment submitted during the event \n\n\nStaff from the following organizations will be on hand throughout the event: Clean Air Council\, People Over Petro Coalition\, Kairos Fellowship\, FracTracker Alliance\, Air Alliance Houston\, and Stop Bad Data Centers. \nRegister on Luma URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/epa-comment-party-friday-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/29c3e319-cafa-4762-b07a-a5ff056b5010.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T133000 DTSTAMP:20260807T152006Z CREATED:20260807T152006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T152006Z UID:10000201-1786968000-1786973400@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Citizen Suits (Thinking Like a Lawyer in 2026 series) DESCRIPTION:This session discusses citizen suits — what they are\, how they can help residents hold polluters accountable\, and what a typical case looks like. \nPart of Fair Shake’s “Thinking Like a Lawyer in 2026” series. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/citizen-suits-thinking-like-a-lawyer-in-2026-series/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T200000 DTSTAMP:20260815T123307Z CREATED:20260815T123307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T123307Z UID:10000204-1786993200-1786996800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:EPA Comment Party (Monday Eve) DESCRIPTION:The EPA is proposing to eliminate minimum federal public participation requirements for many “minor source” air pollution permits\, the very permits often used for diesel backup generators at data centers. If adopted\, communities could lose guaranteed notice and the opportunity to comment before new pollution sources are approved. \nJoin us for a Comment Party designed to help you learn about the proposed rule and submit your comments before the August 21 deadline. \nWe’ll kick things off with a brief presentation from Malachi Key (Air Alliance Houston)\, explaining what the proposed rule would change\, why it matters for communities facing data center development\, and how to write an effective public comment. We’ll also provide talking points and resources to help you craft comments in your own words. \nAfter the presentation\, the session becomes an open house. Drop in whenever you can\, stay for as long as you need\, and visit the breakout room that best fits your needs. Whether you want technical guidance\, feedback on your draft\, help navigating the submission process\, or simply a quiet place to write alongside others\, we’ll have people available to support you every step of the way. We’ll keep a running tally of comments submitted during the event and celebrate every submission together! \nWhether you’ve never submitted a public comment before or you’ve done dozens\, this is an opportunity to take action for your community. \nWhat to Expect \n\n\nA brief overview of the proposed EPA rule and why it matters \n\n\nTalking points and guidance for writing an effective public comment \n\n\nAn open-house format—come and go as your schedule allows \n\n\nBreakout rooms for: \n\n\nTechnical Questions – Learn about the proposed rule and ask questions \n\n\nComment Drafting & Peer Review – Get feedback and support on your comments \n\n\nQuiet Writing Room – Independent writing space with others working alongside you \n\n\nSubmission Support – Get help submitting your comments before the deadline \n\n\n\n\nA chance to celebrate every comment submitted during the event \n\n\nStaff from the following organizations will be on hand throughout the event to answer questions\, provide technical assistance\, review comments\, and help participants successfully submit their comments before the deadline: \n\n\nClean Air Council \n\n\nPeople Over Petro Coalition \n\n\nKairos Fellowship \n\n\nFracTracker Alliance \n\n\nAir Alliance Houston URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/epa-comment-party-monday-eve/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/07ec3856-e0ef-41e0-bcf1-8dace31e4c13.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T133000 DTSTAMP:20260803T151730Z CREATED:20260803T151730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T151730Z UID:10000195-1787054400-1787059800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:What Do AI and Tech Have to Do With Data Centers? Presented by MediaJustice DESCRIPTION:Presentation Description: While the harmful environmental impacts of data centers are becoming more apparent\, understanding the connection between AI and data centers is key to understanding why hyperscale data centers are being built with such damaging impacts on people and the planet. \nThis interactive workshop will share information on the tech industry’s agenda in building hyperscale data centers\, including how the rise of AI is directly connected to the rapid expansion of data centers and how communities across the country are fighting back. \nStay for a Meet & Greet!Following the workshop\, stick around from 1:00–1:30 PM ET (10:00–10:30 AM PT) for an informal opportunity to meet the MediaJustice staff\, ask questions\, and learn more about their work. \nAbout the Speaker: Christine Peng is the Political Education Specialist at MediaJustice and brings over twenty years of experience working with community groups\, designing media programs\, and creating curricula focused on immigration\, healing and trauma\, restorative justice\, housing justice\, and indigenous sovereignty. At MediaJustice\, Christine designs workshops and toolkits that support community empowerment\, political education\, and the advancement of solutions that center the communities most harmed. \nAbout MediaJustice: MediaJustice is a national nonprofit that works to challenge corporate control of media and technology by building community power\, advancing digital justice\, and supporting movements fighting surveillance\, extraction\, and inequity. \nImage: Hanna Barakat & Archival Images of AI + AIxDESIGN / https://betterimagesofai.org / https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/what-do-ai-and-tech-have-to-do-with-data-centers-presented-by-mediajustice/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/dd03926d-77c8-4d1a-8449-1aa6b0677ed9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T140000 DTSTAMP:20260213T194638Z CREATED:20260213T194634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T194638Z UID:10000095-1787058000-1787061600@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Monthly Networking Session DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Halt the Harm Network monthly networking session! This is your opportunity to connect with fellow members\, share what you’re working on\, and learn how to make the most of our community. \n\n\n\nNew to HHN? Join early for an overview of network resources\, how to engage\, and ways to collaborate with others. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nOpen Discussion: Learn from others’ experiences\, ask questions\, and explore potential partnerships or support opportunities. \n\n\n\nIntroductions & Networking: Meet other members of the Halt the Harm Network and share what projects\, initiatives\, or goals you’re pursuing this year. \n\n\n\nShare your announcements: Tell everyone about the project you’re working on to get feedback\, test ideas\, or to expand the reach of your work. \n\n\n\n⚠️ To Register\, make sure you’re logged into Halt the Harm Network. You can see all the meetups for approved members in the Meetups space. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/monthly-networking-session-2/2026-08-18/ CATEGORIES:Networking Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Monthly-Call-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T140000 DTSTAMP:20260807T144122Z CREATED:20260807T144122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T144122Z UID:10000200-1787058000-1787061600@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Training Webinar: Community Advocacy (with Center for Health\, Environment & Justice DESCRIPTION:Community Advocacy can feel overwhelming in our current political\, social\, and economic climate\, and even more so as it relates to environmental and climate issues. Using data from the Center for Climate Change Communication\, speaker Andy Escobar will break down who Americans trust for information\, how to make your advocacy efforts more effective\, how to build community power\, and which outreach strategies are most impactful. \nAndy Escobar (he/they | el/elle) has been with the Coalition for Environment\, Equity\, and Resilience (CEER) since 2021 and currently works as Campaigns Manager. He was born/raised in Houston on the Jones Road Ground Water Plume Superfund Site in a working-class Tejano family. They became a First Generation college graduate from The University of Texas at Austin with three bachelor’s degrees and three certificates. He holds over ten years of facilitation and community organizing experience across progressive movements. They helped to co-create the first ever Harris County Climate Justice Plan. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/training-webinar-community-advocacy-with-center-for-health-environment-justice/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T143000 DTSTAMP:20260815T165829Z CREATED:20260815T165829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T165829Z UID:10000205-1787144400-1787149800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:You Passed a Data Center Moratorium; Now What?! DESCRIPTION:Hundreds of communities across the US have passed or are considering data center moratoriums—temporary pauses on facility construction\, approvals\, or operation—but once that pause is in place\, what happens next?  \nThis 90-minute workshop explores policy tools and organizing strategies to build permanent protections against the data center buildout\, so moratoriums generate momentum toward lasting change. We will feature case studies from local organizers discussing different post-moratorium models\, review policy approaches for varying political environments\, highlight strategies to counter industry retaliation\, and hold breakout discussions for participants to workshop their specific challenges and questions. \nThe workshop is co-hosted by the Data Center Working Group\, AI Now Institute\, Anthropocene Alliance\, Athena\, the Better Data Center Project\, Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services\, Free Press\, Halt the Harm\, Kairos Fellows\, Local Progress\, MediaJustice\, North Carolina Environmental Justice Network\, and TechTonic Justice. \nWho is this session for? Organizers\, community members\, and policymakers in localities that have already passed a moratorium\, or people who are actively campaigning for moratoriums. \nWondering how to pass a moratorium or a ban? Check out the recording of our previous training\, Bans\, Moratoriums\, Zoning: How to Stop or Limit Data Center Development\, hosted by AI Now and the Data Center Working Group. We are considering developing additional training and resources. Please follow AI Now on socials (X (fka Twitter)\, LinkedIn\, Bluesky) for announcements. \nJoin us on August 19! URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/you-passed-a-data-center-moratorium-now-what/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T150000 DTSTAMP:20260807T135832Z CREATED:20260807T135832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T135832Z UID:10000196-1787148000-1787151600@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Data Centers and Health: Understanding the Impacts and Taking Action DESCRIPTION:Across the United States\, we are seeing a massive buildout of AI data centers\, and to meet their unprecedented energy demands\, a deepened dependence on fossil fuels. Health professionals are increasingly concerned about the potential harms and impacts and want to know how to respond. Join the Medical Society Consortium on Climate Change and Health\, Healthy Climate Wisconsin\, Physicians for Social Responsibility\, Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments\, and the American Public Health Association for a timely webinar series that will equip attendees with the knowledge they need to speak confidently about the health and environmental justice harms from the rapid buildout of data centers. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/data-centers-and-health-understanding-the-impacts-and-taking-action/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T140000 DTSTAMP:20260820T131403Z CREATED:20260820T131403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T131403Z UID:10000206-1788267600-1788271200@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Data Centers 101: What Communities Need to Know DESCRIPTION:Data centers are expanding rapidly across the country\, raising new questions about energy and water use\, environmental impacts\, land use\, and community decision-making. As part of the Center for Health\, Environment & Justice’s (CHEJ) ongoing training webinar series\, this special edition brings together Josephine Gingerich from Physicians for Social Responsibility – PA\, and Elissa Yoder from Halt the Harm Network for an introductory session on what residents need to know as this industry grows in their backyards. \nPresenters will explain why data centers are proliferating\, break down the environmental and health risks they pose\, and dispel common myths surrounding their development. Participants will be introduced to the Halt the Harm Network and its Stop Bad Data Centers initiative\, explore available tools and resources\, and learn the seven-gateway framework for identifying opportunities to engage throughout the data center development process. \nThis call will occur on Tuesday\, September 1st\, at 12:00 PM CT \nJosephine Gingerich (she/her) is the Health Advocacy Outreach Coordinator at Physicians for Social Responsibility PA. Josephine works with communities across the state impacted by industrial pollution or the threat of industrial buildout and coordinates the Concerned Health Professionals of PA group. In her prior work\, Josephine was a petrochemicals & pollution community organizer for PA\, OH\, and WV and was a habitat restoration specialist that worked with several conservation agencies across the country. Originally from Michigan\, Josephine has a degree in biology and chemistry from Western Michigan University. \nElissa Yoder is a nonprofit leader and campaign strategist with more than 15 years of experience in fundraising\, grassroots advocacy\, coalition building\, and program management. She currently serves as a Data Center Fellow with Halt the Harm Network\, where she supports national efforts to challenge the environmental and community impacts of AI data center expansion and fossil fuel infrastructure. Through this fellowship\, she helps coordinate a growing network of organizers\, researchers\, and advocates\, while building shared resources and strategies to support communities confronting large-scale industrial development. \nJoin our free training Tuesday\, September 1st\, at 12:00 PM CT (registration required) \nUnable to attend live? Register today\, all registrants will receive the session recording. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/data-centers-101-what-communities-need-to-know/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T150000 DTSTAMP:20260807T140428Z CREATED:20260807T140428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T140428Z UID:10000197-1788357600-1788361200@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Data Centers and Health: Advocacy\, Partnerships\, and Building Effective Coalitions DESCRIPTION:Across the United States\, we are seeing a massive buildout of AI data centers\, and to meet their unprecedented energy demands\, a deepened dependence on fossil fuels. Health professionals are increasingly concerned about the potential harms and impacts and want to know how to respond. \nJoin the Medical Society Consortium on Climate Change and Health\, Healthy Climate Wisconsin\, Physicians for Social Responsibility\, Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments\, and the American Public Health Association for a timely webinar series that will equip attendees with the knowledge they need to speak confidently about the health and environmental justice harms from the rapid buildout of data centers. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/data-centers-and-health-advocacy-partnerships-and-building-effective-coalitions/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T200000 DTSTAMP:20260821T183934Z CREATED:20260821T183934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T183934Z UID:10000207-1788894000-1788897600@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Right-to-Know Requests That Get Results DESCRIPTION:Sharing this webinar from Better Path Coalition! \nThis webinar will feature Pennsylvania-based examples\, but the tools and strategies covered are relevant to communities everywhere. \nWe’ve seen firsthand how much can be uncovered when communities start asking the right questions and demanding the records to back up the answers. \nOn Tuesday\, September 8 at 7 PM ET\, Better Path Coalition is hosting “Informing the Resistance: Right-to-Know Requests That Get Results\,” a webinar on how advocates and community members can use open records requests to uncover information\, hold decision-makers accountable\, and strengthen their organizing. \nConcerned Citizens of Montour County recently demonstrated just how powerful this tool can be. Their Right-to-Know request produced documents revealing details about the Shapiro administration’s communications and relationship with data center developers\, including Amazon. \nColby Wesner\, co-founder of Concerned Citizens of Montour County\, will walk through what went into preparing their request\, what they received\, and how they approached analyzing the results. \nAnneke van Rossum\, Advocacy and Advancement Coordinator with Delaware Riverkeeper Network\, will then provide practical guidance on filing effective Right-to-Know requests of your own\, including what to ask for and how to increase your chances of getting useful results. \nWhether you’re organizing around data centers\, pipelines\, fracking\, LNG exports\, pollution\, or another local issue\, this is a skill worth having in your toolbox. Please feel free to share this invitation with others who may be interested! \nRegister: bit.ly/BPPRTK    \nShare the Facebook Event URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/right-to-know-requests-that-get-results/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T140000 DTSTAMP:20260213T194638Z CREATED:20260213T194634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T194638Z UID:10000096-1789477200-1789480800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Monthly Networking Session DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Halt the Harm Network monthly networking session! This is your opportunity to connect with fellow members\, share what you’re working on\, and learn how to make the most of our community. \n\n\n\nNew to HHN? Join early for an overview of network resources\, how to engage\, and ways to collaborate with others. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nOpen Discussion: Learn from others’ experiences\, ask questions\, and explore potential partnerships or support opportunities. \n\n\n\nIntroductions & Networking: Meet other members of the Halt the Harm Network and share what projects\, initiatives\, or goals you’re pursuing this year. \n\n\n\nShare your announcements: Tell everyone about the project you’re working on to get feedback\, test ideas\, or to expand the reach of your work. \n\n\n\n⚠️ To Register\, make sure you’re logged into Halt the Harm Network. You can see all the meetups for approved members in the Meetups space. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/monthly-networking-session-2/2026-09-15/ CATEGORIES:Networking Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Monthly-Call-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T190000 DTSTAMP:20260908T204126Z CREATED:20260901T163359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T204126Z UID:10000209-1789495200-1789498800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Tracking the Data Center Industry: Insights from Southwestern Pennsylvania DESCRIPTION:​Southwestern Pennsylvania has seen a surge of data center proposals over the past year. These hyperscale projects are often sited in areas already shaped by fracked gas extraction\, energy infrastructure\, aging power grids\, and legacy pollution. Residents in these communities frequently face limited access to clear\, trustworthy project information while dealing with compressed approval timelines and technical\, hard-to-navigate decision-making processes. Many are asked to weigh promised economic benefits against risks to air quality\, water resources\, public health\, energy affordability\, and long-term land use. \n​In order to provide more accessible information\, FracTracker Alliance worked with four Pittsburgh-based students and recent graduates as they researched 12 data center proposals across Allegheny\, Washington\, Westmoreland\, Beaver\, Greene\, and Indiana counties. Over the last nine weeks\, the team attended public meetings\, filed Right-to-Know requests\, reviewed permits\, researched ordinances and zoning designations\, mapped potentially affected community resources and ecological sites\, and spoke with residents to get their side of the story. \n​Join this webinar to learn about the timelines\, technical details\, and next steps for major regional data center developments in Southwestern Pennsylvania\, with a focus on the Homer City Energy Campus\, the Springdale Data Center\, the Upper Burrell Data Center\, and Project Phoenix. \nThese data centers exemplify different important aspects of data center developments that we are seeing across the country\, including behind the meter power buildout\, the rallying of community voices and power\, the use of moratoriums to buy time to update local ordinances\, and a lack of developer and local government transparency. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/tracking-the-data-center-industry-insights-from-southwestern-pennsylvania/ CATEGORIES:FracTracker,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2df58be1-99be-4f0e-889c-b5cf4a93eb61-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T150000 DTSTAMP:20260807T140615Z CREATED:20260807T140615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T140615Z UID:10000198-1789567200-1789570800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Data Centers and Health: Combating Mis- and Disinformation and Industry Opposition DESCRIPTION:Across the United States\, we are seeing a massive buildout of AI data centers\, and to meet their unprecedented energy demands\, a deepened dependence on fossil fuels. Health professionals are increasingly concerned about the potential harms and impacts and want to know how to respond. \nJoin the Medical Society Consortium on Climate Change and Health\, Healthy Climate Wisconsin\, Physicians for Social Responsibility\, Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments\, and the American Public Health Association for a timely webinar series that will equip attendees with the knowledge they need to speak confidently about the health and environmental justice harms from the rapid buildout of data centers. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/data-centers-and-health-combating-mis-and-disinformation-and-industry-opposition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T193000 DTSTAMP:20260807T190106Z CREATED:20260807T190106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T190106Z UID:10000202-1789581600-1789587000@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Impact of Data Centers On Land\, Water\, Health\, and Affordability DESCRIPTION:The United States is expanding data centers to feed AI faster than any nation. Many in Appalachian states are already driving up the cost of power and water\, causing new pollution and rolling back clean energy. Join a conversation to plan how we can respond to the expansion. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/impact-of-data-centers-on-land-water-health-and-affordability/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T113000 DTSTAMP:20260730T201616Z CREATED:20260730T201616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T201616Z UID:10000192-1790071200-1790076600@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Data Centers: Community-Led Advocacy to Real Solutions presented by Southern Environmental Law Center DESCRIPTION:You can’t talk about data centers without talking about the South. Our region has become the largest hub for these facilities in the U.S.\, and communities — from city neighborhoods to rural towns — are feeling the impact. Hear how grassroots organizers are pushing for change not only at the local level but calling for more transparency and national policy action. \nPhoto courtesy of: Southern Environmental Law Center URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/data-centers-community-led-advocacy-to-real-solutions-presented-by-southern-environmental-law-center/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SELC-VA-DataCenterAlley-0625-163-©SanjaySuchak-paid-600x450-c-center-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T150000 DTSTAMP:20260730T202819Z CREATED:20260730T202819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T202819Z UID:10000193-1790083800-1790089200@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Over\, Under\, and Through: Wildlife Connectivity and Resilience in Appalachia hosted by Southern Environmental Law Center DESCRIPTION:In the heart of the South lies an ancient mountain range — a biodiversity hotspot with species found nowhere else on Earth. Once thought of as a climate haven\, it now faces intensifying storms and hotter summers. Learn how communities are responding and building connectivity to help wildlife and people thrive in a changing climate. \nPhoto courtesy of Southern Environmental Law Center URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/over-under-and-through-wildlife-connectivity-and-resilience-in-appalachia-hosted-by-southern-environmental-law-center/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Black-Balsam-Knob-scaled-600x450-c-center.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000 DTSTAMP:20260730T203637Z CREATED:20260730T203637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T203637Z UID:10000194-1790096400-1790101800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Storytelling in the U.S. South: Igniting Climate Action through Art presented by Southern Environmental Law Center DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the powerful Southern storytelling redefining the region and reimagining what is possible. Hear from musicians\, artists\, poets and storytellers as they share authentic ways they are using narrative and experience to build more inclusivity into the climate movement. \nPhoto courtesy of Southern Environmental Law Center URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/storytelling-in-the-u-s-south-igniting-climate-action-through-art-presented-by-southern-environmental-law-center/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/a-stack-of-vintage-books-in-a-dim-indoor-setting-offering-a-classic-and-moody-atmosphere.-8263072-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T170000 DTSTAMP:20260827T150653Z CREATED:20260827T150653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T150653Z UID:10000208-1791968400-1792170000@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Pipeline Safety Trust Conference - Oct 15-16 New Orleans DESCRIPTION:Join us in New Orleans for our annual conference focused on pipeline safety! \nTravel/Registration Scholarship Application \nNote: the times (9-5) in this event listing are placeholders. See the specific details info\, Agenda\, Registration \nNote our pre-conference activities on Oct 14 include a Pipeline Safety 101 session for members of the public newer to the topic as well as a boat tour addressing pipeline safety issues in wetlands\, marshes\, coastal\, and marine environments. \nAbout the conference: \nEach year since 2006 the Pipeline Safety Trust has hosted pipeline safety conferences\, making this our 20th year. What makes Pipeline Safety Trust conferences unique among pipeline conferences is the diverse mix of attendees\, including the affected public\, the pipeline industry\, union representatives\, and government regulators. These individuals come together to discuss the barriers to safer pipelines. Through this collaborative approach\, the conference promotes better understanding and trust between these groups\, enabling us to move forward together in our mutual goal of making pipelines as safe as possible. Pipeline Safety Trust is grateful for the federal grant that helps pay for this conference. \nThis year we are offering pre-conference activities on Wednesday Oct. 14\, ahead of the main conference taking place on Thursday Oct. 15 and Friday Oct. 16. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/pipeline-safety-trust-conference-oct-15-16-new-orleans/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/pstrust-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T140000 DTSTAMP:20260213T194638Z CREATED:20260213T194634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T194638Z UID:10000097-1792501200-1792504800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Monthly Networking Session DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Halt the Harm Network monthly networking session! This is your opportunity to connect with fellow members\, share what you’re working on\, and learn how to make the most of our community. \n\n\n\nNew to HHN? Join early for an overview of network resources\, how to engage\, and ways to collaborate with others. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nOpen Discussion: Learn from others’ experiences\, ask questions\, and explore potential partnerships or support opportunities. \n\n\n\nIntroductions & Networking: Meet other members of the Halt the Harm Network and share what projects\, initiatives\, or goals you’re pursuing this year. \n\n\n\nShare your announcements: Tell everyone about the project you’re working on to get feedback\, test ideas\, or to expand the reach of your work. \n\n\n\n⚠️ To Register\, make sure you’re logged into Halt the Harm Network. You can see all the meetups for approved members in the Meetups space. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/monthly-networking-session-2/2026-10-20/ CATEGORIES:Networking Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Monthly-Call-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T220000 DTSTAMP:20260904T195813Z CREATED:20260622T153713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T195813Z UID:10000173-1794506400-1794520800@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:2026 Community Sentinel Awards for Environmental Stewardship DESCRIPTION:This year’s event will be held both online and in person in New Orleans\, Louisiana. \nNominations Open! Click here for information about nominations \nAs of June 2026 Registration is coming soon. Save the date\, nominate\, and stay tuned for ticket announcement in the coming weeks. \n\nFracTracker Alliance is excited to invite you to attend the 2026 Community Sentinel Awards for Environmental Stewardship—a  biannual awards program hosted in partnership with Halt the Harm Network to honor individuals from across the United States who demonstrate extraordinary courage and commitment in their efforts to protect their communities from environmental injustice. \nEstablished in 2015\, the Sentinel Award recognizes the pivotal role of individuals championing change on the front lines of the environmental movement. The award specifically honors those who work to stop the harms of the fossil fuel industry on their communities and their environment. \nThese Sentinels engage in a variety of impactful practices\, such as organizing grassroots campaigns\, advocating for stricter laws and regulations\, conducting independent research to expose environmental harms\, raising awareness through various art forms—including music\, theater\, visual arts\, and literature—and educating the public on the impacts of fossil fuels. \nRecipients of the Community Sentinel Award for Environmental Stewardship are celebrated not only for their individual accomplishments but also as representatives of the broader movement for environmental justice. By honoring these remarkable individuals\, we aim to highlight the diverse and powerful voices leading the charge for a more just world. \nThe Awards Ceremony \nThis year marks the 11th Community Sentinel Award for Environmental Stewardship. The recipients will be honored at a live award ceremony on November 12\, 2026  in New Orleans\, Louisiana. Each winner will receive a $1\,000 award and recognition of their unwavering commitment to the environmental justice movement. \nHost Committee \nFracTracker Alliance\, Halt the Harm Network\, PSR Pennsylvania\, The Descendants Project\, Crude Accountability\, Natural History Museum\, Netcentric Campaigns\, Habitat Recovery Project\, Center for Oil & Gas Organizing (COGO)\, Emcee Megan Nguyen \n  URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/2026-community-sentinel-awards-for-environmental-stewardship/ CATEGORIES:FracTracker,Gatherings,Networking Session,Shared Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/f2d370cc-529d-43ed-a84d-59c652aeba0f.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T140000 DTSTAMP:20260213T194638Z CREATED:20260213T194634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T194638Z UID:10000098-1794920400-1794924000@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Monthly Networking Session DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Halt the Harm Network monthly networking session! This is your opportunity to connect with fellow members\, share what you’re working on\, and learn how to make the most of our community. \n\n\n\nNew to HHN? Join early for an overview of network resources\, how to engage\, and ways to collaborate with others. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nOpen Discussion: Learn from others’ experiences\, ask questions\, and explore potential partnerships or support opportunities. \n\n\n\nIntroductions & Networking: Meet other members of the Halt the Harm Network and share what projects\, initiatives\, or goals you’re pursuing this year. \n\n\n\nShare your announcements: Tell everyone about the project you’re working on to get feedback\, test ideas\, or to expand the reach of your work. \n\n\n\n⚠️ To Register\, make sure you’re logged into Halt the Harm Network. You can see all the meetups for approved members in the Meetups space. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/monthly-networking-session-2/2026-11-17/ CATEGORIES:Networking Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Monthly-Call-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260213T194638Z CREATED:20260213T194634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T194638Z UID:10000099-1797339600-1797343200@halttheharm.net SUMMARY:Monthly Networking Session DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Halt the Harm Network monthly networking session! This is your opportunity to connect with fellow members\, share what you’re working on\, and learn how to make the most of our community. \n\n\n\nNew to HHN? Join early for an overview of network resources\, how to engage\, and ways to collaborate with others. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nOpen Discussion: Learn from others’ experiences\, ask questions\, and explore potential partnerships or support opportunities. \n\n\n\nIntroductions & Networking: Meet other members of the Halt the Harm Network and share what projects\, initiatives\, or goals you’re pursuing this year. \n\n\n\nShare your announcements: Tell everyone about the project you’re working on to get feedback\, test ideas\, or to expand the reach of your work. \n\n\n\n⚠️ To Register\, make sure you’re logged into Halt the Harm Network. You can see all the meetups for approved members in the Meetups space. URL:https://halttheharm.net/event/monthly-networking-session-2/2026-12-15/ CATEGORIES:Networking Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://halttheharm.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Monthly-Call-Cover.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR