Those cross-country cyclists working to raise attention for climate change and the need to address an issue of national and international impact are at it again, organizing a ride from New York to Washington, DC. They are asking concerned citizens and riders to plan on joining them in September for a five-day trip to Washington D.C.

The ride is to promote renewable energy and solutions to global warming: www.climateride.org. They will have cyclists from all over the country joining them, and they say it would be great to have representatives from Cleveland.

Here’s the release:

Join Brita Climate Ride 2008,
September 20th - 24th, New York to D.C.
www.ClimateRide.org

Join Brita Climate Ride 2008 for the first multi-day supported bicycle tour where you pedal to promote renewable energy and solutions to global warming. Climate Riders will cycle 320 miles in five days from New York to Washington D.C., following scenic country roads and finishing on the steps of our nation's capitol, where we will make a statement about our country's need for action.

Along the way, expert speakers will educate and inspire Climate Riders and local communities about the science, the policies and the solutions to global warming. Our riders and the communities we pass through will learn how our government, businesses, and all Americans will benefit from a cleaner, healthier climate.

This is a unique event--a fundraiser and climate conference on wheels, and an opportunity to meet people who are engaged in making a difference. Each rider will be responsible for raising $2,250. Proceeds from the ride benefit Clean Air - Cool Planet and Focus the Nation, two organizations that lead the way in expanding climate change education, encouraging renewable energy policies, and promoting solutions to global warming.

The five-day ride will be entirely supported. All you have do to is bike; we take care of the rest. Register online at www.climateride.org. Limited to 100 riders. Get your friends together and register today! Thanks to our title sponsor Brita for supporting Climate Ride in 2008!

For more information, contact Geraldine Carter at info@climateride.org or visit www.climateride.org. Some sponsorship opportunities are still available. If your company or organization is interested, please contact info@climateride.org.