Free Eco Israel Birthright Trip with URJ Kesher
This May 16-26 join Birthright Israel and URJ Kesher on a unique program. The Eco Israel bus will explore and discover, up-close, the remarkable variety of environmental initiatives in Israel, through the lens of ecology and environment WITHOUT missing out on all of the highlights of a classic URJ Kesher Birthright tour. During the tour, […]
The Jewish Imperative of an Animal-Free Diet
Congregation Beth Sholom 354 Maitland Avenue, Teaneck, United StatesJeffrey Cohan, the Executive Director of Jewish Veg, is coming to Teaneck, NJ. He will be leading an hour-long, interactive presentation at Congregation Beth Sholom on the significance of Tza'ar Baalei Chayim (the Jewish mandate to prevent animal suffering) in our contemporary world. This event begins at 7 pm and is free and open to […]
SACRED EARTH, SACRED TRUST
WORLDWIDEA Day of Prayer & Action for People and Planet. Sunday, June 12 FAITHS RISING FOR PEOPLE & PLANET Sacred Earth, Sacred Trust is a worldwide, multi-faith day of prayer & action for the planet and a call for world leaders to commit to a 1.5 degree limit on global temperature rise. Six months after […]
Jews March for a Clean Energy Revolution
Downtown Philadelphia 19145, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn the eve of the Democratic National Convention, as TV cameras turn towards Philadelphia, thousands will march for action to prevent climate catastrophe and present these demands directly to current and future policy makers: • Ban Fracking Now • Keep Fossil Fuels in the Ground • Stop Dirty Energy • Quickly and Justly Transition to […]
Free Eco Birthright Israel Trip With URJ Kesher Registration
Discover Israel’s natural beauty through the lens of ecological conservation This May, embark on a remarkable journey to discover Israel’s natural beauty through the lens of ecological conservation WITHOUT missing out on the highlights of a classic Birthright Israel experience. Together we'll explore Jerusalem, the Galilee, the Negev Desert and the Mediterranean Coast. Along the […]
Powering the Promised Land: Fracking and Energy Use in Israel
Arizona State University Conference Center 301 E. Orange Mall, Tempe, AZ, United StatesLimmud AZ presents speaker David Krantz at 11:30 am - 12:30 pm on Sunday, February 12, 2016. What's the source of the electricity that powers the lights when you flick the switch in Israel? Hint: It may not be what you think. Israel is on the verge of becoming an energy superpower, but at what […]
Environmental Issues in Israel
Congregation Or Hadash 190 Camp Hil Road, Ft. Washington, PA, United StatesThe Third Annual Barbara Siegel Memorial Israel Program will be on Sunday, April 2 at 11:00 am at Congregation Or Hadash in Fort Washington, PA. Our speaker, David Krantz, is a National Science Foundation IGERT Fellow and a Wrigley Fellow researching solar-energy policy and faith-based environmentalism. He also runs the environmental nonprofit, Aytzim: Ecological Judaism, parent […]
Shmita Revival: The Reconsideration and Expansion of Sacred Land
The New School 66 West 12th Street, New York, NY 10011, NY, United StatesDavid Krantz will be speaking at the Mountain and Sacred Landscape Conference at The New School in New York City on Friday, April 21 from 8:30 to 10:00 am. David is a National Science Foundation IGERT Fellow and a Wrigley Fellow researching solar-energy policy and faith-based environmentalism. He also runs the environmental nonprofit, Aytzim: […]
People Climate’s Movement
Washington DC DC, United StatesPeople's Climate March in DC on April 29 Aytzim supports the People’s Climate Movement this April 29th in Washington, D.C. (and across the country) to stand up for our communities and climate. The People's Climate Movement is organizing a country-wide arc of action, culminating on April 29th in Washington DC in a powerful mobilization to […]
Free Eco Birthright Israel Trip with URJ Kesher
Discover Israel’s natural beauty through the lens of ecological conservation This May, embark on a remarkable journey to discover Israel’s natural beauty through the lens of ecological conservation WITHOUT missing out on the highlights of a classic Birthright Israel experience. Together we'll explore Jerusalem, the Galilee, the Negev Desert and the Mediterranean Coast. Along the […]
The Youth Climate March (Saturday, July 21)
National Mall 120 Constitution Ave NE, Washington DC, DC, United StatesIn Washington D.C., youth will march on the National Mall to advocate for their own rights to a safe and livable future. We will rally and highlight the voices and stories of youth on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Then, we will flood the streets as a demonstration of youth power and show […]
Limmud in Stockholm – A Weekend of Jewish Learning
Limmud is an organization that provides Jewish learning in many parts of the world. On November 17 - 18 (Saturday and Sunday), Limmud will be presenting a program in Stockholm. One of the speakers will be David Krantz, the president of Aytzim: Ecological Judaism, parent nonprofit of Jewcology, the Green Zionist Alliance, EcoJews of the […]
What can we do to save the environment as a Jewish community?
Birmingham, UK , United KingdomCome and hear David Krantz, and our other panelists Yonatan Neril and Frauke Ohnholz discuss the biggest environmental issues we are facing in the coming years and what we can do as a community to improve the wider environment that we live in. The Limmud Festival 2018 (December 22 - 27 in Birmingham, UK) is […]
Gefiltefest: Pickle and sauerkraut making – fun with (lacto) fermentation
Birmingham, UK , United KingdomLike food? David Krantz will help you learn how to make and jar your own probiotic pickles and sauerkraut! No refrigeration needed. Ingredients will be supplied. Just bring yourself! The Limmud Festival 2018 (December 22 - 27 in Birmingham, UK) is one of the biggest celebrations of Jewish learning and culture in the world. David Krantz leads Aytzim […]
Eco-Zionism, Diaspora politics and Israel’s shadow government: how you can make a difference
Speaker: David Krantz Discover the shadow government that most Israelis don’t even know about. And learn how you can have an impact in Israel beyond donations and advocacy. Herzl’s vision for Israel may be different than you think. The Limmud Festival 2018 (December 22 - 27 in Birmingham, UK) is one of the biggest celebrations of […]
A tree of life: mapping the growth of the Jewish-environmental movement
Speaker: David Krantz From pickle makers to bicyclists to farmers to environmental-policy wonks to Yiddishists, learn more about the nascent Jewish-environmental movement. What initiatives are working in the field? Where are they? What are their strengths and challenges? And how can you become involved? The Limmud Festival 2018 (December 22 - 27 in Birmingham, UK) is […]
Strike for the Climate, Albany NY: Friday Sept. 20th, 11 am – 2 pm
79 Sheridan Ave., Albany, NY 79 Sheridan Avenue, Albany, NY, United StatesThe People of Albany United for Safe Energy (PAUSE) are joining with the students from local high schools and colleges to hold a march and rally. Our specific purpose is to call upon Governor Cuomo to enact aggressive measures that can lead the nation and the world in lowering our greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) to […]
New Year for Animals Zoom Discussion in Israel
You are cordially invited to attend a Zoom discussion of the historic, potentially transformative initiative to restore the ancient New Year for Animals and to transform it into a day devoted to increasing awareness of Jewish teachings about compassion to animals and how far current realities are from these teachings. It will also consider how animal-based […]
New Year for Animals Zoom Discussion in USA
You are cordially invited to attend a Zoom discussion of the historic, potentially transformative initiative to restore the ancient New Year for Animals and to transform it into a day devoted to increasing awareness of Jewish teachings about compassion to animals and how far current realities are from these teachings. It will also consider how animal-based […]