The Brita Climate Ride 2008 is the first multi-day bicycle tour where individuals pedal to raise money and awareness of climate change and hope for a future powered by renewable energy and a green economy.  Printing Responsibly recognizes these efforts and has thus donated to the event along with Green Drinks NYC (and many others) which began on September 20th.  This event maintains that change is possible and that America can take the lead in a green economy.

The 120 Climate Riders will pedal 300 miles from New York City to the nation’s Capitol in Washington D.C. in five days, departing from the heart of Manhattan and then meandering along country roads through New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. On the fifth day, riders will cycle past the iconic Washington Monument to arrive near the marble steps of the Capitol building. Here we will celebrate the riders’ amazing accomplishment and valuable contribution to the advancement of climate change education and renewable energy policies.

Along the way, expert speakers will educate and inspire Climate Riders about the science, the policies and the solutions to the climate crisis. Our riders and the communities we pass through will learn that our government, businesses, and each individual American will benefit from a cleaner, healthier climate. This is a unique event—a fundraiser and climate conference on wheels.