“If you’re involved in your PTA, you can run for office,” says November Supermom of the Month Debra Shigley. Read about Debra’s run for a Georgia Senate seat and her work to inspire everyone to get involved in their community.
Articles by Julie Kimmel
October Superdad of the Month: James Finnegan, New Hampshire
Dad and clean energy enthusiast James Finnegan shares how he used federal dollars to bring solar energy to small town New Hampshire.
Climate Questionnaire: Mariah Blake, Author of They Poisoned the World
Becoming a mother inspired journalist Mariah Blake’s journey to understand the threats posed by toxic chemicals in our environment. “What I learned was awe-inspiring and sobering,” she writes.
This EPA Wants to Deregulate Climate Pollution. Moms Shout, “No Way!”
This week, Moms are speaking out against EPA’s proposal to rescind the Endangerment Finding, the legal foundation of the agency’s ability to limit the greenhouse gas emissions supercharging climate change.
Concerned About Climate Chaos? Testify to EPA!
Moms’ Kiya Stanford shares the story of her first experiences giving testimony before EPA—and encourages all concerned caregivers to join her next time.
The Climate Questionnaire: David Leffler, Investigative Journalist and Host of Fumed
Fumed is a must-listen four-episode podcast about people living in the shadows of America’s chemical plants and oil refineries. We chatted with host David Leffler about why telling stories of everyday people battling corporations for basic human rights like clean air and water is so important.
EPA Wants to Roll Back Critical Mercury Protections?! Moms Speak Out for Children’s Health
Today, Moms are calling in to give inspired testimony at EPA’s virtual public hearing on its proposed roll back of the 2024 update to the Mercury and Air Toxic Standards. It’s another way we’re raising our voices this #MomsSummerofAction.
#MomsSummerofAction: Moms Say No to Repealing EPA’s Carbon Pollution Rule for Power Plants
Today, dozens of Moms’ staff and members from states across the country are speaking out. They’re calling in all day to give testimony at EPA’s virtual public hearing on its proposed repeal of the 2024 rule to cut climate-warming carbon pollution from power plants.
Extreme Living: Climate Disruption Stories From Moms Coping With Wildfire Smoke, Part 2
In June 2023, smoke from Canadian wildfires blew hundreds of miles south into the U.S., and somehow this has become an annual occurrence. Moms members share smoke stories from our new climate-fueled reality.
Largest Concentration of Data Centers in the World Is Decimating Energy Progress in Virginia
Data centers are the only growing source of energy demand in Virginia, and they are expected to double the load on the state’s electricity grid—which is primarily powered by natural gas—by 2040. This puts the state’s carbon-free electricity goal completely out of reach.
Supermom of the Month: Kristen Payne Fights Lead Dust in Milwaukee Public Schools
When four Milwaukee school students were diagnosed with lead poisoning, Kristen Payne jumped into action, convening a group of local parents to demand answers and protect children’s health.
Against a Backdrop of Federal Inaction, New Mexico Emerges as Unlikely Leader in Cutting Oil and Gas Pollution
Over the last 6 years, New Mexico has become a model of climate action. The New Mexico legislature is currently considering 19 bills related to oil and gas production in the state, many of which could go a long way to further protect children’s health in the Land of Enchantment.