Recent political events in the United States have brought real urgency to many long-standing issues, making them concrete and tangible for people who might have been previously disengaged-architects and designers included. Sustainability, for example, is certainly not a new concern, but architect Tom Jacobs cofounded the grassroots network Architects Advocate Action on Climate Change last year because he felt that the cause needed a fresh political edge. "We are hitting a nerve by pointing out the difference between being political and being partisan. Clean air, water, and a stable climate are clearly not partisan issues, since a healthy environment is the foundation of human existence," says Jacobs. "We believe, however, that being apolitical is no longer an option, given the existential threat posed by climate disruption." Architects Advocate is contacting federal and state lawmakers, pushing for action on climate solutions. In the meantime the network has collected 730 signatures on an open letter to the president and members of Congress and is growing with astounding speed.
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