Our Mission
The HR3C is a grassroots organization. We accept global warming as a real phenomenon contributed to significantly by man-made, fossil-fuel based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. We believe that every nation - indeed every community, has a moral responsibility to take action and reduce their GHG emissions. Therefore:
Our mission is to be an effective, knowledgeable resource to our Hampton Roads governments and communities. Our work focuses on gaining momentum in reducing greenhouse gas emissions as quickly as possible through the use of proven, cost-effective greenhouse gas reduction strategies.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Hampton Roads is second only to New Orleans in terms of urban centers at greatest risk from sea-level rise.
While global-warming is a serious problem that requires a world-wide solution, we believe that here in Hampton Roads we can do our part.
Our Vision:
A NEW ENERGY FUTURE ~ We envision a world free of significant pollution from energy production, with availability of all the energy we need to live happy, productive lives. We believe this vision can become reality.
UNITY ~ We all have contributed to the issues we face, and we should all have a role to play in changing our energy future. While there may be disagreements on the methods and priorities for change, it is imperative that we have a consensus on the goal of a clean, sustainable energy future.
LEGACY ~ Our collective actions on this issue will assure that future generations will not suffer for our failure to recognize this problem and tackle it.
OPPORTUNITY ~ Conservation and environmental protection need not be at the cost of economic prosperity. New energy industries will produce many benefits -- new products, new jobs, a healthy community and economy.
Our Goals:
LOCAL GOVERNMENTS ~ Work with local governments to measure, reduce, and monitor greenhouse gas emissions.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH ~ Educate and influence the community as a whole to use smart energy and reduce GHG emissions.
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION ~ Build a strong, effective local community organization.