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Emily Pickett

Emily Pickett

Emily is a social media and editorial coordinator for Moms Clean Air Force. She lives in Tampa with her husband, two elementary-school-aged children, a beagle pup, and a rescue kitty. Emily is a lifelong Floridian, growing up in Crystal River, where she developed a love for the outdoors spending her weekends at her family’s marina.

After receiving her bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida, Emily handled marketing communications for a global technology company where she developed a variety of marketing content, supported events, and managed several rebranding and product launch projects.

Eight years into her career, Emily became a stay-at-home mom and decided to shift her focus to volunteer and advocacy work. She serves as president of her local elementary school Parent Teacher Association and recently graduated with her master’s degree in Mass Communication, focusing on Public Interest Communication, from the University of Florida.

Emily previously worked as Moms' Florida State Organizer, growing and engaging Florida’s volunteer base and encouraging school districts across the state to adopt electric school buses. Her work has been featured in The Orlando Sentinel, WUSF, Miami Herald, and The Invading Sea. 

Articles by Emily Pickett

Climate Questions Moms Want Answered at Tonight’s Presidential Debate

by Emily Pickett

Tonight, as President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump take the debate stage, Moms will be tuning in to hear how each candidate responds to questions about our swiftly changing climate. The stakes could not be higher.

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The Environmental Protection Agency Gets Into the Museum Business

by Emily Pickett

EPA recently threw open the doors of its first ever National Environmental Museum and Education Center (NEMEC), located in Washington, DC. Moms were on hand to celebrate.

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4 Powerful TEDx Talks That Inspire Climate Action

by Emily Pickett

Moms Clean Air Force recommends a short list of amazing TEDx Talks that offer unique perspectives and valuable insights on air pollution and the climate crisis—to watch with the whole family.

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The Buzz About Cicadas and Climate Change

by Emily Pickett

This summer, a rare double brood of cicadas is emerging across the Midwest and Southeast. Learn how our warming climate will impact these curious creatures.

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Kids Are Officially Afraid of the Future. Talking About Climate Change Helps. 

by Emily Pickett

Watch a video discussion about youth mental health and talking to kids about climate change to reduce their anxiety.

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“State of the Air” Report Finds Millions More People in the U.S. Live With Unhealthy Air

by Emily Pickett

This year’s American Lung Association “State of the Air” report has once again found that the number of people living in U.S. counties with failing grades for unhealthy levels of air pollution is on the rise. Read the top takeaways from the 2024 report.

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8 Creative Ways Moms’ Members Are Reducing Plastic Waste

by Emily Pickett

Moms Clean Air Force asked our members, “What have you done to reduce plastic in your daily life?” Here are a few of the best tips.

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6 Tips From Moms’ Staff to Cut Plastic From Your Daily Routine

by Emily Pickett

We recently asked Moms’ staff across the country to share their practical insights for cutting down on plastics. Here are six pro tips they shared that are cost-efficient and easy to implement.

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Making the Invisible Visible: Blue Vinyl Filmmaker Judith Helfand on Storytelling and Advocacy

by Emily Pickett

Moms Clean Air Force spoke with Judith Helfand, a Peabody Award-winning filmmaker, about her documentary Blue Vinyl. It’s hard to believe this film first came out in 2002 as it remains a seminal story about plastic and environmental health.

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What to Look for as the UN Negotiates a Global Plastics Treaty

by Emily Pickett

As the deadline for the world’s first Global Plastics Treaty approaches, Moms Clean Air Force is pressing for a global agreement to reduce plastics production and cut toxic air and water pollution at every point in the plastics supply chain.

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Historic New Protections Reduce Pollution From Dangerous Chemical Manufacturing Facilities

by Emily Pickett

EPA has finalized strong standards to address pollution from chemical manufacturing facilities—an important step in reducing the pollution burden for historically marginalized communities living near some of the nation’s most dangerous petrochemical facilities.

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Pollution From Oil and Gas Flaring Takes a Toll on Our Health

by Emily Pickett

A recent study used satellite observations and reported data to more accurately measure emissions from oil and gas flaring and venting—and the staggering impact of this pollution on human health.

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