"Why the Climate Crisis Can Only be Solved by Citizen Lobbyists” Sacramento Sustainability Forum is a monthly venue for connecting businesses, non-profits, government and interested citizens in the Sacramento region in order to promote sustainability, share insights and resources, and support movement toward a more sustainable future. The May SSF event was held at SMUD Auditorium Thursday, May 20. Approximately 65 attendees filled the auditorium, including interested citizens and students as well as members of the business, nonprofit and government communities. The Keynote topic was called "Why the Climate Crisis Can Only be Solved by Citizen Lobbyists", presented by Mark Reynolds, Exec

What's going on at the Capitol? Tuesday, April 28th: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. The American Lung Association will be holding an education and training day near the Capitol's fish pond for an expected crowd of about 150. This event plans to give "information to legislators about the success and challenges of tobacco control programs locally and statewide," according to the Center for Tobacco Policy and Organizing's website. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Consumer Attorneys of California will also be holding their "Lobby Day" on the north steps of the Capitol with an estimated 60 participants. 10:45-11:30 a.m. Governor Schwarzenegger's office plans to display a hybrid vehicle to an audience of 15 on the east steps o