The Global Warming Story Tour had a great visit to beautiful Siesta Key Florida and drew a lot of attention from beachgoers. The Rolling Sunlight was definitely at home here in the Sunshine State – there was a lot of interest about the solar panels, and what they could do. Some people even came down to check out the truck after seeing it on the news!

Our solar paneled biodiesel truck recorded global warming video messages from volunteers, beachgoers, local religious leaders, and Christine Jennings, candidate for Congress. There were also opportunities for participants to write letters to Congress, learn about renewable energy, and meet the crew. We were sure to let everyone know about our upcoming aerial art event, and participants could even email their friends to tell them about it from our solar powered laptops!

People had a lot of different stories about what concerns them about global warming and what they’re doing about it. But everyone wanted to see Congress get serious about real solutions to global warming. Florida has so much to lose if we don’t stop global warming, and so much to gain in a clean energy economy. With just a month until the November election, the Global Warming Story Tour helped send a message: We will vote for leaders who will fight for clean energy and a safe climate.

-Joe Smyth
Greenpeace field organizer, FL-13