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Who we are

350 Spokane is a volunteer-run nonprofit building an effective movement for climate action in the greater Spokane area, promoting a just transition to 100% fossil-free energy and a low-carbon economy that works for everyone.

Since our start in 2016, here’s some of what we’ve done:

  • In 2018, we led the successful campaign to get the City of Spokane to commit to a goal of 100% clean electricity by 2030.
  • We played a strong role in speeding by 18 years Avista Corporation’s end of its financial partnership in Montana’s Colstrip coal-fired powerplant complex—the worst carbon polluter west of the Mississippi.
  • We organized Spokane’s first climate marches and rallies, attracting up to 4,000 people at a time, with speakers including Washington Governor Jay Inslee along with numerous local city and tribal leaders.

 Join us to secure a livable climate and a thriving, sustainable future – in Spokane, across Washington, and around the world.

Mission Statement

350 Spokane’s mission is to support, build, and organize an effective grassroots movement for bold climate action in the greater Spokane area, promoting a just transition to 100% fossil-free energy and a low-carbon economy that works for everyone.

Vision Statement

We believe in a safe, stable climate and a thriving, sustainable future — a just, prosperous and equitable world built with the power of ordinary people and strong communities.

Why are we called “350”?

350 parts per million is the scientifically judged safe limit for atmospheric carbon dioxide, the main gas overheating the Earth. Before the industrial revolution, civilization evolved in a climate of 280 ppm, but now we are approaching 420 ppm and we are headed for 600 or more this century, which would cook much of the Earth to unlivable levels. Getting back to 350 isn’t perfect, but it’s a figure we and our grandchildren can live with.

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Be a part of something big

350 Spokane is part of 350.org, a worldwide network of more than a million local climate activists, and one of the world’s leading voices for climate action. 350.org plays a key role in most global climate events, such as the 2019 Climate Strike in which 7.6 million marched in 185 countries, demanding their governments tackle the climate crisis. 

350 Spokane’s climate activists and primary audience live and work on the aboriginal territories historically cared for by indigenous people.

The surrounding tribal nations include: Spokane, Kalispel, Coeur D’Alene, Umatilla, Nez Perce, Kootenai and the twelve bands of nations of the Colville Confederated Tribes which include: Arrow Lakes, Colville, Okanogan, Moses Columbia, Wenatchi, Entiat, Chelan, Methow, Nespelem, Sanpoil, Nez Perce, Palus, and Chief Joseph Band of Indians.

In our climate activism, we hope to honor and complement their history of exemplary environmental stewardship. 350 Spokane would be honored to join efforts with the surrounding Tribal Nations in protecting our mother-earth by working together to have a clean and renewable energy, cleaner transportation/transit efforts, and a sustainable healthy environment by harnessing the four elements: wind, water, earth, and sun. It would be an honor to work with the surrounding Tribal Nations in protecting our future generations to come.

Employees

Audrey Joy

Audrey is a young climate professional from Liberty Lake, Washington. She graduated from Gonzaga Prep and Santa Clara University where she received her BS in Environmental Studies. She now is working on her Master's in Indigenous Science and Peace Studies from the United Nations University for Peace while also supporting 350 Spokane's growth. Through the generous teachings of Indigenous leaders in her Master's degree program, she has been introduced to Indigenous science methodologies, which she hopes will lead her to become a better advocate for Indigenous-led climate solutions and collaborations. In her free time, you can find her enjoying linocut block printing, studio ghibli films, downhill skiing, yoga, and coffee. Reach out to Audrey to connect and talk about your unique contribution to 350 Spokane!

  • Administrative Assistant

Board of Directors

Trenton

Trenton Miller

Trenton is a software engineer who grew up in Yakima, WA. He has lived in Spokane since 2012. Overcoming the climate crisis is the defining challenge of our generation and many more to come. Planning for the future, and what challenges our community will face as the planet heats up is of utmost importance.

  • Chair
  • Board Member

Fawna Slavik

Fawna has lived in northeastern Washington for most of her life. She currently lives in Spokane with her husband and two daughters. She is passionate about making the earth sustainable and healthy for future generations. Someday she hopes to see a Sasquatch but would settle for first contact with the Vulcans.

  • Co-Chair
  • Board Member

Ryan Drobny

Ryan, a native of Washington, has spent most of his adult life in the state. Calling Lake Tapps, Pullman, Puyallup and Tacoma all home at one time or another. In 2021, he moved to Spokane with his wife and two daughters. Formerly an engineer and current research scientist at the Spokane Regional Health District, Ryan's passion for sustainability and climate change began during his undergraduate years at WSU. He believes that climate change poses the greatest threat to all life on our planet. Despite this, Ryan remains hopeful that effective system-level solutions can not only combat climate change but also foster a more just and equitable world for all.

  • Board Member

Abby Saks

Abby has been involved in climate activism since high school, where she was involved in the Sunrise Movement, and later in college through her involvement with the movement for fossil fuel divestment. Originally from the east coast, as a biker and pedestrian now living in Spokane, she is passionate about making the streets safer for all. She enjoys hiking, running, and doing crossword puzzles/sudoku.

  • Board Member
  • Volunteer Recruitment Team

Larry Luton

Larry first moved to Spokane in 1984. He spent 30 years as a professor of public administration at EWU, retiring in 2014. His favorite outdoor activities include cycling, hiking, backpacking, and kayaking. He has been involved in sustainability advocacy and planning in Spokane since Mayor Verner appointed him to her Sustainability Task Force. That group produced Spokane’s first Sustainability Action Plan in 2009. Larry joined 350 Spokane in the Fall of 2017, first taking the role of transportation lead in the steering committee, and later joining the board. He has also been involved in the Sustainability Action Subcommittee since its inception in 2018. That group wrote the city's second Sustainability Action Plan in 2021.

  • Board Member
  • Policy Team
David

David Camp

In addition to owning Spokane marketing services firm Camp Creative, David has a background in the solar energy industry and he was Eastern Washington field Director for the state’s 2016 carbon tax initiative, I-732. He is a hopeless climate nerd who has volunteered on climate change issues since 2014.

  • Board Member
  • Policy Team