The Biden administration’s EPA banned agricultural use of the chlorpyrifos. This is a major victory for children’s health, as the pesticide is linked to neurological damage in children.
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Victory! EPA Bans Chlorpyrifos, Pesticide Linked to Children’s Health Issues
EPA Mapping Tool: Power Plants and Neighboring Communities
The EPA recently released a new mapping tool that focuses on “Power Plants and Neighboring Communities” to examine where sources of emissions are located. This is particularly useful to address how these sources impact EJ communities.
Air Pollution From Wildfires Makes Covid-19 More Deadly
A new study finds the increase of Covid infections among people breathing polluted air from climate-fueled wildfires is a “disastrous combination.”
1001 Voices on Climate Change: Book Review & Interview
1001 Voices on Climate Change is the firsthand account of journalist Devi Lockwood as she traveled around the globe recording the stories of real people on the front lines of the climate crisis.
Great Grandmother Mary Lyons: “We Are Here to Protect. Water Is Life.”
Ojibwe Great Grandmother Mary Lyons spoke with Moms Clean Air Force’s Elizabeth Brandt about the Line 3 crude oil pipeline at the Red Road to DC event on the National Mall this summer.
The Olympics, Air Pollution, and the Future of Kids’ Sports
While watching the Olympics, an athlete with asthma reflects about how air pollution threatens the future of kids’ sports by excluding low-income kids and communities of color because of disproportionate rates of air pollution.
Orphaned Oil and Gas Wells Continue to Pollute Air, Water and Land
Orphaned oil and gas wells leak oil, gas, and toxic chemicals into our air and water. This dangerous pollution is a critical issue facing millions of families.
Moms Make News: Electric Bus Tour Pulls Out All the Stops!
Moms Clean Air Force staff and members continue to build support for clean, electric school buses, and make climate news throughout the country!
Moms Welcome Red Road Totem Pole to DC
The Lummi Nation have transported a 24-foot totem pole from Washington State to Washington DC – honoring, uniting and empowering Native communities working to protect all sacred places.
Environmental Racism: Colorado’s Suncor Refinery Pollutes Community
For more than 10 years, the Suncor refinery has been operating on an expired Clean Air Act permit polluting communities of color in Colorado.
The Electric Lawn Care Revolution Is on its Way
Gas powered lawn tools are harmful to ears, lungs and the planet. Zero emission electric lawn care is heathy and quiet.
App Tracks Wildfires and Air Quality Index
An updated wildfire smoke app from EPA and AirNow provides communities with the risks from wildfire smoke and the actions they can take to protect health and families.