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Trailblazing Women in Science: Honoring Their Legacy for Women's History Month
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor the pioneering women who have made groundbreaking contributions to climate science. These trailblazers have not only advanced our understanding of Earth’s climate but have also driven change in the fight against climate change. Their work continues to inspire and influence the future of science and sustainability.
Highlighted here are women featured by Climate.gov, whose legacies remind us of the vital role women play in shaping a just and sustainable future.
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Katsuko Saruhashi was a geochemist who developed Saruhashi’s Table, the first method to measure oceanic carbon dioxide. Her research revealed the Pacific Ocean emits more carbon than it absorbs, shaping climate science. She also founded the Society of Japanese Women Scientists. | |
Joanne Simpson was the first woman in the U.S. to earn a PhD in meteorology. A pioneer in cloud research, she worked at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, NOAA, and NASA, where she led the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission, advancing climate and weather science. | |
June Bacon-Bercey was the first African-American female on-air meteorologist and a trailblazer in atmospheric sciences. She earned a meteorology degree from UCLA, worked for NOAA and NBC, and co-founded the American Meteorological Society's Board on Women and Minorities. She also created a science fair program to inspire students of color and girls in science. | |
Marie Sanderson, a pioneering geographer and climatologist, conducted groundbreaking Arctic climate research. She was Canada’s first female geography professor and the first female president of the Canadian Association of Geographers. She also created an environmental science course for Indigenous students and shared her experiences in her autobiography, High Heels in the Tundra. | |   |
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Net Zero Takeaways
Leading the way for a thriving, sustainable future
Watch Tom Cahir, Administrator for the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA), share his optimism about the Net Zero conference as a pivotal opportunity to deepen the region’s understanding of climate change and its impacts on Cape Cod. As a speaker at the event, he highlighted the crucial role of sustainable transportation in reducing emissions and encourages residents to embrace eco-friendly choices like public transit, biking and electric vehicles to help build a cleaner, more resilient future for the Cape.
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Climate Change – Is Denial and Inaction Worth the Risk?
By Thomas S. Cahir | Administrator, Cape Cod RTA/CapeFLYER
Although there are strong and vocal differences of opinion regarding the impacts of climate change on the planet from human activities, the devasting results from increasing global temperatures, including: rising sea levels and severe weather events are undeniable. All we need to do is to look at a few of the more recent catastrophic weather events that have occurred causing major harm, disruption, and loss of life to large numbers of individuals, families, and businesses across our great Country.
Read more here.
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Cape & Vineyard Solar Loan
The Climate Collaborative team was pleased to join Cape Light Compact last month to learn more about the Cape & Vineyard Solar Loan, a new low-interest loan for year-round Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard residents installing solar PV systems.

This $4.9 million loan program, made possible through the USDA’s Rural Energy Savings Program, offers loans up to $50,000 serviced by Cape Cod Five.
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Call for Earth Day Event Submissions
Deadline for submissions: April 10th
As we approach Earth Day, a global celebration of environmental consciousness, we invite you to submit your Earth Day events! Whether it's a community clean-up, tree planting, or an educational workshop, we want to hear about it. By sharing your Earth Day activities, you not only inspire others to take action but also contribute to a growing network of individuals committed to preserving our planet.
Submitting your event is easy – just provide a brief description of your event, title, date, time and location, along with any graphics you would like us to use.
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Climate Change: What Homeowners Should Know & What They Can Do
March 25 | Snow Library, Orleans
Cape Cod, jutting into the Atlantic Ocean, faces significant threats from climate change, but there are solutions, and you can be part of them. Join the Orleans and Harwich Climate Action Networks, the Eastham Climate Action Committee, and Shelly McComb, Coastal Resilience Specialist for Cape Cod Cooperative Extension and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution’s Sea Grant, to explore local and global coastal challenges. Shelly, with a background in environmental and sustainability studies, works directly on coastal resilience planning and will share practical strategies for strengthening our communities.
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Engage, Inform, Inspire
Social Media for Climate & Community
LIVE WEBINAR | Friday, May 2
Social media is one of the most powerful tools for climate action—are you using it effectively? Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for nonprofits, climate advocates, and change-makers. We’ll cover strategy, engagement tips, smartphone-friendly content, AI insights, and more.
Registration coming soon!
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Host on the Coast!
Deadline to apply: June 1
Interested in housing a student who is doing real, impactful work to support sustainable and affordable housing on Cape Cod? The Massachusetts Housing and Climate Innovation Center is looking for residents to host Housing and Climate All-Stars for 8-weeks (starting mid-June through mid-August) this summer while they undertake projects to improve climate resilience, environmental sustainability and affordability in our Cape Cod communities.
Host families will receive a stipend of $150/week to offset costs.
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We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is reduce the Cape & Islands' contributions to climate change and protect our region from its potentially devastating impacts.
We depend upon the generosity of our stakeholders to conduct our work. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.
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We welcome climate news from your home, school, business, town, faith community, or organization. Please submit your news, events, or article ideas to info@capecodclimate.org. | | | | |
