With newly elected majorities, Virginia marches forward towards clean energy, without naysayer politicians barring the way.
Articles by Marcia G. Yerman
The Climate Strike in NYC Sent a Powerful Message Demanding Action
Tens of thousands of people took to the streets in New York City for the Global Climate Strike to rally for action to fight climate change.
When Climate Change Takes Center Stage
The Democratic candidates discuss climate change at the CNN Climate Town Hall.
More Studies on Air Pollution and Children Tell Us it’s “Detrimental to Children’s Health”
The US comes in third for asthma-related air pollution (behind China and India), with 236,000 cases per year.This group of new studies from researchers around the world confirms that air pollution harms children’s health.
Brooklyn Mom Questions the Safety of Breathing Silica Dust in the Subway
A concerned mom questions the health effects of breathing silica dust in the NY subway system.
Here’s How to Reduce Energy, Save Money, Create Jobs and Stay Safe
“Building Climate Justice Investing in Energy Efficiency for a Fair and Just Transition” report calls for reducing energy consumption to save money, create jobs, and protect the viability of the planet.
Fires and Chemicals: A Toxic and Deadly Mix
Learn how fires are disrupting people’s lives–from the petrochemical fire in Texas to wildfires in California–and creating deadly health effects.
This is the “Largest Environmental Health Risk” in America
A new study has collected data to support the fact that an unequal equation is in play in the US when it comes to the consequences of fine particulate matter air pollution, known as PM2.5.
A Child’s Cancer Leads Mom to Demand Answers
Kari Rhinehart of If It Was Your Child tells us about the fight to identify and mitigate environmental contamination in Indiana.
Washington State Leads with New Health Justice Mapping Tool
Learn about Washington State’s new health justice mapping tool, a free online program that provides an environmental health impact score for each area.
Many Americans Are Changing their Minds About Global Warming
Read about a new study indicating that increasing numbers of Americans are concerned about global warming and want climate action from elected officials.
How Trump’s Shutdown Threatens Children’s Health
Read about the ways in which the Trump government shutdown is negatively affecting the environement, workers, and public health.