A mom recounts her experience touring a petrochemical plant, and discusses the health effects of being surrounded by oil and gas operations.
On the Front Lines of Oil and Gas Development: Erandi Treviño, Houston
As part of our series about the health impacts of methane, Erandi Treviño tells her story about how her family’s health has been affected by living near oil and gas development.
On the Front Lines of Oil and Gas Development: Karen Knutson, Indiana Township, Pennsylvania
As part of our series about the health impacts of methane, Karen Knudson tells her story about how state land near her Pennsylvania home is being used for oil and gas wells, transmission pipelines, and other infrastructure for the industry.
A Newark Neighborhood Takes on a Toxic Trash Incinerator
Burning trash is a dangerous and unjust way to deal waste. In Newark, NJ, a low-income, largely Black and Brown community, fight a toxic trash incinerator.
On the Front Lines of Oil and Gas Development: Shaina Oliver, North Denver, Colorado
As part of our series about the health impacts of methane, Shaina Oliver tells her story about how many Indigenous People live “sacrifice zones,” where profits from oil and gas operations and polluting industries are considered more important than the health of the community.
Moms Join “Cancer Alley” Funeral March to the White House
Moms Clean Air Force’s Almeta Cooper, Elizabeth Brandt, Sam Schmitz, and Cynthia Palmer joined environmental justice activists from “Cancer Alley” in front of the White House. The funeral procession signified mourning the many lives lost in Louisiana’s St. James Parish and “Cancer Alley.”
Watch/Listen to the EcoMadres Ensemble!
The newly formed EcoMadres Ensemble wrapped up Hispanic Heritage Month and debuted a mix of original songs and cover songs at the Puerto Rican Festival in Phoenix, Arizona. Watch video here.
This Is Why I Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
During Hispanic Heritage Month, in addition to celebrating, one mom tells us why she is an environmental advocate: “when I found out I was going to be a mother, my understanding of the urgency of educating others in my community about climate change became clear.”
Por esto celebro el Mes de la Herencia Hispana
Esto fue escrito por Luz Drada, coordinadora del programa Moms Clean Air Force: Música, tradiciones y diversidad. Así es como nuestra cultura honra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, un momento en el que celebramos las contribuciones de los hispanos y latinos …
Here’s Why This Mom Votes in Every Election
Learn why one mom always votes, and why she works to educate voters on what’s at stake for our climate, our kids, and public health in the midterm elections.
No One Should Live in Fear of a Chemical Disaster
Our Texas state organizer gave testimony this week at an EPA hearing about the Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention (SCCAP) rule, to protect the health and safety of communities vulnerable to chemical disasters.
Are You Registered to Vote?
Today marks the 10th anniversary of Voter Registration Day. With the 2022 midterm election quickly approaching, it’s crucial that you check your registration. Please take a moment today to be sure your registration is up-to-date.