It's About Building a More Equitable Future

For over 125 years, the Sierra Club has been at the forefront of the U.S. environmental movement. In battles to preserve public lands, protect wildlife, and safeguard the health of our communities, they have continuously demanded change.

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Jon Abe
It's about Community

At the W.A. & R. Ouellette VFW Post (#8502) in Westport, Massachusetts, local combat veterans gather on the third Sunday of each month for a chapter meeting. It’s a time to discuss new business at the Post, talk about shared experiences, and look after each other.

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Jon Abe
Protecting the Places We Hold Dear

There’s something special about architecture that thoughtfully and meticulously weaves together the old and the new. Designs that draw upon the history of a place but transform it with a breath of modernity. The Eastham Library in Eastham, Massachusetts is one of those places.

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Jon Abe
The Front Line of the Clean Energy Transition

When a tornado touched down in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts this past summer, residents and visitors alike were stunned by what they saw. The tornado ripped trees out of the ground, pried the roof off a hotel, and left thousands without power during the peak tourist season.

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Jon Abe
Building Wealth in Underserved Communities

The word ‘wealth’ means different things to different people. For some, it’s a dream to work toward; for others, it’s a lifestyle to maintain. Wealth has the power to lift people up out of tough circumstances or stand in the way of greater opportunities.

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Jon Abe
Pride and Resiliency in Provincetown

Provincetown, Massachusetts is a community dripping with pride. Rainbow flags line the narrow streets and hang from electrical wires, a colorful reminder of the town’s long history of LGBTQ acceptance. Whether you’re spending a day or staying for the summer, it is clear Provincetown is a community of neighbors who are proud of their home.

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Jon Abe
Sunlight Through Stained Glass

When prompted to think of what a church looks like, most people think of a traditional gothic cathedral. They imagine sharply pointed spires, tall steeples, and intricate sculptures. If they think of sunlight at all, it’s the image of natural light cast through ornate stained-glass windows, not modern solar panels mounted on a rooftop.

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Jon Abe