What would you find if you traced the wires from your light switch to the energy source? Mountain top removal, global warming, childhood asthma... or hope?

“Kilowatt Ours” follows filmmaker Jeff Barrie on his 18-month journey across the southeast United States, where more than six tons of coal are burned to generate electricity for the average home annually. Barrie takes viewers from our light switches at home to the sources of our energy, examining social and environmental consequences such as global warming, mountain top removal, air pollution, childhood asthma and mercury contamination.

Leaving the devastation behind, the story makes an uplifting turn, uncovering hope-filled examples of conservation, efficiency and renewable power at work today. Barrie makes the case that environmental problems could be minimized by utilizing alternative technologies that are available today. The solutions are surprisingly accessible and affordable to the average American. “Kilowatt Ours” presents viewers with an ambitious plan for shifting America’s energy paradigm towards conservation and renewable power.

Following the film, we are delighted to present commentary by:

Rabbi Nina Beth Cardin, Director of the Balt. Jewish Environmental Network
and
Brad Heavner, State Director of Environment Maryland

We invite YOU to participate in a lively discussion.

We have invited many other congregations to join us.

Refreshments will be available. Food donations and help with set up and clean up will be much appreciated!

Please R.S.V.P. to tikkunolam@beittikvah.org or 410-464-9402