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Moms in New Mexico

20,738 MEMBERS IN NEW MEXICO

Moms are working in New Mexico to fight for clean air and a stable climate. We host events, share information about what’s going on, and create opportunities for mothers to talk to their legislators about their concerns. Please join us in New Mexico, and let us know about your priorities.

What We’re Working On

Tell Governor Lujan Grisham: Lead on Climate Safety

It is more important than ever for states to act on climate change. States—and their governors—can be powerful leaders in building a clean energy economy. That’s why we’re asking Governor Lujan Grisham to keep stepping up to slash climate pollution, protect children’s health, and ensure clean air for all communities. Our future depends on it.

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Meet Your New Mexico State Organizer

Giovanna Rossi

Giovanna Rossi is Moms’ New Mexico Field Organizer. She is also CEO of Collective Action Strategies, a consulting firm dedicated to systemic change so that families thrive. She was New Mexico’s first ever women’s health policy advisor and works to improve women’s lives through access to health care and a healthy environment.

Pictured: Giovanna's child, Giovanna Rossi, and Celerah Hewes.

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Highlights

  • New Mexico Moms call on EPA Administrator Zeldin to uphold the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program. In October 2025, Moms’ Giovanna Rossi gave testimony opposing EPA’s attempt to repeal the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program—which provides critical information about carbon dioxide, methane, and other climate pollution from the country’s largest emitters. Read Giovanna’s testimony.
  • New Mexico Moms urge Oil Conservation Commission to incentivize oil and gas cleanup. In October 2025, Moms’ Celerah Hewes and Giovanna Rossi gave public comment before New Mexico’s Oil Conservation Commission, urging them to incentivize oil and gas operators to close and clean up low-producing wells to aid in preventing climate-warming methane leaks.
  • New Mexico Moms celebrate methane rule with Governor Lujan Grisham. In September 2025, Moms’ Celerah Hewes joined New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham to celebrate a major win: Methane pollution data collected by satellite shows oil and gas operators on the New Mexico side of the Permian Basin are releasing methane at half the rate of operators next door in Texas. New Mexico has strong state methane rules, in part because Moms helped push for these vital protections. Read more.
  • New Mexico Moms applaud Santa Fe Board of County Commissioners approval of the Rancho Viejo Solar Project. The proposed solar facility would generate 96 megawatts of electricity and 46 megawatts of battery storage while reducing harmful air pollution and protecting children’s health. Moms were in the room as the Commissioners voted 6-1 to move the project forward in February 2025.
  • New Mexico Moms call on EPA to keep cutting climate pollution. In August 2025, Moms’ Celerah Hewes and Giovanna Rossi joined clean air advocates from across the country to share firsthand stories of how rolling back the Endangerment Finding—the legal and scientific foundation of EPA’s ability to regulate climate-warming greenhouse gas emissions—would harm our families and communities. Read Giovanna’s testimony.
  • New Mexico Moms celebrate investments in electric school buses. In August 2024, Moms’ Giovanna Rossi hosted a press event to celebrate 20 new electric school buses awarded to Albuquerque by EPA’s Clean School Bus Program. Speakers included Senator Martin Heinrich and Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Gabriella Blakey.

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Why We Care

New Mexico is stepping up as a climate leader, spurred by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s 2019 order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030. As the third-fastest-warming state, New Mexico faces significant climate impacts: rising wildfire risks, prolonged droughts, reduced snowpack, and more extreme heat. Even the beloved piñon pine may lose much of its habitat by 2030.

Despite some climate progress, New Mexico’s expanding oil and gas industry worsens air pollution. The state is the second-largest U.S. oil producer, and emissions from the Permian Basin contribute to climate change and poor air quality. Many communities experience high levels of smog, which worsens asthma, harms lung development, and raises respiratory health risks.

Four of the nine counties in New Mexico that monitor air pollution received F grades for ground-level ozone from the American Lung Association.

Past Events

October 2025

On October 27, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi and national field manager Celerah Hewes gave public comment on New Mexico Bonding Reform Bill.

On October 1, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi testified at the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program hearing in support of protecting the program.

September 2025

On September 22, Moms Clean Air Force National Field Manager Celerah Hewes attended a press event with New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and Environment Secretary Kinney, as well as EDF to kick off climate week with methane SAT data on the reduction in methane in the Permian basin.

On September 21, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico Organizer Giovanna Rossi hosted a Sun Day event.

On September 16, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico Organizer Giovanna Rossi attended the 2025 Legislative Champions celebration hosted by Conservation Voters.

On September 10, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico Organizer Giovanna Rossi attended the 2025 Tribal Maternal Wellness Summit.

August 2025

On August 21, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi and National Field Manager Celerah Hewes joined clean air advocates from across the country to testify before EPA, calling on EPA to preserve the Endangerment Finding.

July 2025

On July 16-17, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi joined Moms Clean Air Force Arizona organizer Fabiola Bedoya and Moms Clean Air Force Colorado organizer Shaina Oliver at the Southwest Regional Clean Energy conference hosted by Greenlight.

On July 12, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at the Community Baby Expo.

On July 10, Moms Clean Air Force National Field Manager Celerah Hewes testified at the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards EPA hearing, urging the agency not to roll back mercury pollution protections.

On July 8, Moms Clean Air Force National Field Manager Celerah Hewes testified at the Power Plants EPA hearing, urging the agency not to roll back pollution protections for fossil fuel power plants.

June 2025

On June 27, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi participated in the OMB meeting on the methane rule delay.

May 2025

On May 13, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi attended a community conversation with New Mexico Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) and the New Mexico Climate Action Plan focused on electricity.

On May 13, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi attended a Southwest Regional Transmission webinar hosted by Energy Foundation.

On May 7, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi and partner organization CHISPA dropped off postcards in support of the Clean School Bus Program at Senator Heinrich’s office for World Asthma Day.

April 2025

On April 26, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at the Sustainability Music Fest.

On April 24, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at the UNM Sustainability Fair.

On April 13, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at an earth month festival.

On April 11, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi attended the Electrify NM conference where leaders discussed electric school buses, Inflation Reduction Act benefits, and clean energy.

February 2025

On February 3, Moms Clean Air Force and EcoMadres New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi gave public comment in support of the New Mexico legislature forming a Public Health and Climate Program.

January 2025

On January 30, Moms Clean Air Force and EcoMadres New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi gave public comment before the New Mexico legislative committees in support of establishing an Extreme Weather Resilience Fund and Children’s Health Protection Zones.

On January 27, Moms Clean Air Force and EcoMadres New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi participated in Healthy Climate NM Day of Action at the state capitol. The event took place in support of proposals to create a State Climate Health Program and Extreme Weather Resilience Fund.

October 2024

In October, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi presented to a group from the Albuquerque Unitarian Church about the Inflation Reduction Act and distributed Get Out The Vote postcards.

September 2024

On September 23, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at a neighborhood event.

On September 3, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi attended a HERA press conference on Inflation Reduction Act funds with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Senator Heinrich, and other leaders.

August 2024

On August 29, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at a Town Hall event in Santa Fe.

On August 13, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a press event to celebrate 20 electric school buses in Albuquerque. Speakers included Senator Martin Heinrich and Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Gabriella Blakey.

July 2024

On July 16, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at Nob Hill Tasty Tuesday in the Park.

May 2024

On May 22, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi attended the New Mexico Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan and gave public comment.

On May 14, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at a Community “Tasty Tuesday” event at Hyder Park.

April 2024

On April 25, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at the University of New Mexico Sustainability Fair.

On April 21, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Giovanna Rossi tabled at the Earth Day Festival at Balloon Fiesta Park.

March 2024

On March 6, Moms Clean Air Force National Field Manager Celerah Hewes, based in New Mexico, attended a fly in event in Washington, DC, with Moms Clean Air Force National Field Director Patrice Tomcik, and Moms Clean Air Force Colorado organizer Laurie Anderson. Together, they attended meetings with EPA, DOT, and Senate offices from Pennsylvania, Colorado, and New Mexico on the finalization of the EPA methane rule.

February 2024

On February 9, Moms Clean Air Force tabled at Environment Day at the New Mexico Capitol, where they talked with other organizations, the general public, and legislators about the work Moms does.

January 2024

On January 15, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Giovanna Rossi attended the New Mexico state legislative session launch event at the roundhouse. While there, she met with partners, elected officials, and attended a briefing on upcoming climate legislation.

August 2023

On August 1, EcoMadres New Mexico organizer Ana Rios attended a special EPA session at the League of United Latin American Citizens National Convention in Albuquerque.

July 2023

On July 28, EcoMadres New Mexico field organizer Ana Rios attended the New Mexico Chronic Disease Prevention Council Asthma Summit.

On July 26, EcoMadres New Mexico field organizer Ana Rios participated in the National Defend Our Climate Town Hall with Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (RI) and Representative Melanie Stansbury (NM-01), moderated by Earthjustice President Abbie Dillen. Watch the replay.

On July 15, EcoMadres joined our partners at the US Fish and Wildlife Service, Friends of Valle de Oro, Bosque Ecosystem Monitoring Program, and Latino Outdoors for a Latino Conservation Week kickoff event at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge. EcoMadres New Mexico organizer Ana led Rios a bird tour around the refuge and talked to visitors who stopped by the EcoMadres table at the event.

June 2023

On June 13, Moms Clean Air Force National Field Manager Celerah Hewes and New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios joined more than 70 Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in 22 states and Washington, DC, to testify at EPA’s virtual public hearing on proposed federal standards for carbon pollution from power plants. Read Celerah’s testimony here and Ana’s here.

May 2023

On May 20, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted a table at the State of the City of Albuquerque event.

On May 9–10, Moms Clean Air Force National Field Manager Celerah Hewes and New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios joined dozens of Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in 16 states and Washington, DC, to testify at EPA’s virtual public hearing on proposed federal standards for pollution from cars and trucks. Read Celerah’s testimony here and Ana’s here.

On May 9, Moms Clean Air Force National Field Manager Celerah Hewes and New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios joined dozens of Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in 15 states and Washington, DC, to testify at EPA’s virtual public hearing on the proposal to strengthen the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards. Read Celerah’s testimony here and Ana’s here.

On May 2–3, Moms Clean Air Force National Field Manager Celerah Hewes and New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios joined dozens of Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in 18 states and Washington, DC, to testify at EPA’s virtual public hearing on proposed federal standards for greenhouse gas pollution from heavy-duty trucks. Read Celerah’s testimony here and Ana’s here.

April 2023

On Earth Day, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted a booth at the Valle De Oro National Wildlife Refuge Environmental Justice Community Celebration. She guided attendees on how to make boom seeds and sow edible herbs, like cilantro, basil, parsley, and oregano.

March 2023

On March 16, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios joined Conservation Voters New Mexico, New Mexico Interfaith Power and Light, and Naeva for a virtual press conference about the lack of climate action during New Mexico’s 2023 legislative session. After the press conference, advocates delivered a petition with nearly 1,000 signatures from people across the state calling on the legislature to act, a letter signed by 75 faith leaders calling for climate action, and postcards calling on legislators to act.

On March 4, EcoMadres New Mexico attended a City of Albuquerque Environmental Health Department event about local air monitoring. Participants had a chance to visit the air monitor at East San Jose Park.

February 2023

On February 27, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios attended a virtual hearing before the New Mexico Senate Conservation Committee to support a bill amending the Oil and Gas Act.

On February 23, Moms Clean Air Force joined our partners in New Mexico for a climate justice advocacy day at the New Mexico Roundhouse in Santa Fe.

On February 21, Moms Clean Air Force Project Manager for Campaigns Celerah Hewes and New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios joined more than 60 Moms Clean Air Force staff and members across the country to testify at the EPA hearing on proposed federal standards for soot pollution. Read Celerah’s testimony here and Ana’s testimony here.

January 2023

On January 23 and 24, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted a table at the All of Us Journey at the University of New Mexico Art Museum.

On January 23, Celerah Hewes, Moms Clean Air Force’s Project Manager for Campaigns, joined Grace Smith from the Environmental Defense Fund for the Elders Climate Action Monthly National Call. The conversation focused on EPA’s methane rule. Watch the replay.

On January 10, 11, and 12, more than 60 Moms Clean Air Force staff and members from 21 states and Washington, DC, spoke out at EPA’s virtual public hearing about its updated proposal to cut methane and other harmful pollutants from new and existing oil and gas operations. Moms Clean Air Force Project Manager for Campaigns Celerah Hewes and New Mexico state coordinator Ana Rios offered testimony. Read Celerah’s testimony here and Ana’s here.

November 2022

On November 19, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted a cafecito for local families to talk about “advanced recycling.” Kids who joined enjoyed Thanksgiving-themed crafts.

On November 3, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios joined the Sierra Club and Beyond Plastic for a webinar about the myths and facts about chemical recycling. Watch the replay.

October 2022

On October 19, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios sat on the “Centering Community Experiences” panel at the National E-Mobility Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference. She shared how groups like Moms Clean Air Force are leading community-based responses to climate change and how e-mobility can improve and complement these efforts.

On October 15, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted an electric vehicle ride and drive event.

On October 13, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted a cafecito in Albuquerque to discuss plastic incineration, our Get Out the Vote efforts, and the health impacts of air pollution on Latino communities.

On October 6, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted a cafecito at Holy Rosary Church in Albuquerque.

On October 6, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico joined Sierra Club Rio Grande Chapter, El Paso-New Mexico Interfaith Power and Light, Citizens Caring for the Future, and Naeva to talk about how methane and smog pollution affect our communities, public health, and the climate. Watch the replay.

On October 1, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rio had a table at Curanderismo for the Community and Holistic Faire at Tiguex Park in Albuquerque.

September 2022

On September 27, 28, and 29, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Ríos hosted a table with information about climate and air pollution impacts on families and ways to get involved in advocacy in New Mexico at the South Broadway Cultural Center.

On September 27, Project Manager Celerah Hewes joined Moms Clean Air Force staff and members from across the country to speak out at EPA’s virtual public hearing about its proposed Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention rule, which will better protect the health and safety of communities vulnerable to chemical disasters by strengthening existing safeguards and introducing new ones. Read Celerah’s testimony HERE.

On September 23, EcoMadres New Mexico joined University of New Mexico’s Leaders for Environmental Action and Foresight (UNM LEAF) for a Global Youth Climate Strike. We stood with youth to call on UNM to lead on climate by investing in renewable solutions and divesting from fossil fuel polluters.

August 2022

On August 31, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rio hosted a cafecito with parents and staff at Dolores Gonzales Elementary School in Albuquerque.

On August 3, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted a cafecito for families at Tiguex Park in Albuquerque to talk about the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Moms and kids worked together to create cards and artwork urging Senators to pass this once-in-a-generation legislation.

July 2022

On July 17, New Mexico EcoMadres celebrated Latino Conservation Week at Latino Outdoors’ kayaking event on Cochiti Lake.

On July 16, to celebrate Latino Conservation Week, New Mexico EcoMadres attended Outdoors 101 Day at the Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge in Albuquerque.

June 2022

On June 25, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios attended the 2022 State of the City Address and Community Celebration in Albuquerque.

On June 24, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios attended the Solar Fiesta and EV show at the University of New Mexico.

May 2022

On May 28, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted an informal cafecito to honor Memorial Day.

On May 11, EcoMadres joined Chispa for a Chispeando about EPA’s proposal to clean up tailpipe pollution from heavy-duty trucks and buses. Chispa’s Alexa Aispuro-Loaiza moderated a panel featuring EcoMadres Project Manager Carolina Peña-Alarcon, New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios, and Texas coordinator Erandi Treviño. Watch the replay.

On May 3, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller joined state and local elected officials and clean air advocates—including Moms Clean Air Force’s Ana Rios—for a virtual press conference calling on New Mexico’s federal elected officials to support the strongest federal clean car standards from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to limit vehicle pollution. Speakers also urged Governor Lujan-Grisham to finalize the process of making New Mexico a “177 state,” which would mean the state would adopt even more aggressive standards than those at the federal level. Watch the replay.

April 2022

On April 22, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios spent some time planting with children at Dolores Gonzales Elementary School to celebrate Earth Day.

On April 20, Project Manager for State Campaigns Celerah Hewes gave testimony at EPA’s virtual public hearing for the Cross State Air Pollution Rule, which will help clean up ozone pollution that knows no borders. Read her testimony HERE.

On April 18, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios hosted a “plastic hunt” cleanup event around the Rio Grande in Albuquerque.

On April 12, 13, and 14, dozens of Moms Clean Air Force staff and members from 18 states and Washington, DC, spoke out at EPA’s virtual public hearing about its proposal to clean up tailpipe pollution from heavy-duty trucks and buses. Moms Clean Air Force Program Manager Celerah Hewes and New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios offered testimony. Read Ana’s full testimony HERE and Celerah’s HERE.

On April 4, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios attended an Albuquerque City Council meeting in support of the city’s plastic bag ban. Despite overwhelming public support for the ban, the city councilors voted to override the mayor’s veto and lift the ban.

February 2022

On February 24, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico joined dozens of Moms Clean Air Force staff and volunteers from 15 states and DC to deliver testimony at EPA’s public hearing on its proposal to restore the appropriate and necessary finding of the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards. Moms Clean Air Force Project Manager Celerah Hewes and New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios offered testimony. Read Celerah’s testimony HERE.

On Valentine’s Day, EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator Ana Rios and a local Supermom met with Senator Heinrich’s staff in Albuquerque to deliver Valentines from constituents asking him to support the climate provisions in the Build Back Better Act.

On February 5, EcoMadres New Mexico field coordinator Ana Rios hosted a cafecito at Flying Star Café in Albuquerque. Participants talked about the EcoMadres program and climate advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels, and learned about the climate provisions in the Build Back Better Act.

January 2022

On January 25, Ana Rios, the new Moms Clean Air Force and EcoMadres New Mexico coordinator, hosted a virtual cafecito for moms across the state.

On January 19, Moms Clean Air Force Colorado coordinator Shaina Oliver and Project Manager Celerah Hewes joined a panel of experts from the National Tribal Air Association, Environmental Defense Fund, and American Lung Association to discuss EPA’s proposed methane rule.

December 2021

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico joined 38 Moms Clean Air Force staff and volunteers from 13 states and DC to deliver testimony at EPA’s 3-day public hearing about the proposed rule to cut methane and other harmful air pollutants from new and existing oil and gas operations in November and December 2021. Moms Clean Air Force Project Manager Celerah Hewes and Supermom Mary Carter offered testimony. Read Celerah’s full testimony here.

Project Manager Celerah Hewes prepares to give testimony at the EPA public hearing on its proposed methane rule.

November 2021

On November 18, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico joined Lan Sena, Albuquerque City Councilor for District 1, and clean air advocates for a virtual press conference calling on New Mexico’s federal elected officials to support the strongest federal clean car standards possible from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Speakers also urged Governor Lujan-Grisham to set more aggressive clean car standards than those at the federal level. Watch the replay.

October 2021

On October 1, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Celerah Hewes joined moms from across the country in a meeting with the Office of Management and Budget about the proposed EPA methane rule for new and existing sources.

September 2021

On September 30, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Celerah Hewes gave public comment to the New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board on the state’s ozone precurser rule.

August 2021

On August 25, New Mexico organizer Celerah Hewes joined more than 30 Moms Clean Air Force staff and volunteers from 13 states and DC to deliver testimony at EPA’s public hearing about strengthening near-term greenhouse gas emissions standards for cars and light trucks. Read Celerah’s testimony here.

On August 16, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico organizer Celerah Hewes participated in a roundtable discussion with US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm, Senator Martin Heinrich (NM), and Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (NM-1). The discussion centered on the need for support from state and federal governments for the transition to clean energy and on the cultural, economic, and legislative hurdles to the transition.

June 2021

New Mexico moms joined Moms Clean Air Force staff and volunteers from across the country to participate in EPA’s listening sessions on its upcoming oil and natural gas methane rule. New Mexico organizer Celerah Hewes offered testimony. Read Celerah’s testimony.

On June 2, 2021, New Mexico field organizer Celerah Hewes joined more than 40 Moms Clean Air Force staff and volunteers from 16 states and DC to deliver testimony at EPA’s first climate-related public hearing since President Biden took office. The hearing was about EPA’s proposal to restore long-standing state authority to protect residents from climate pollution from cars. Read Celerah’s testimony.

May 2021

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico joined partner organizations at Civic Plaza in Albuquerque on May 26 to call on the City Council to reinstate its ban on plastic bags, the Clean and Green Retail Ordinance.

Albuquerque residents rally to reinstate the Clean and Green Ordinance, May 2021.

April 2021

On April 26, to celebrate Earth Month, Moms Clean Air Force organizers in Colorado and New Mexico teamed up for an event featuring climate conversations with legislative champions in their states, including Congresswoman Teresa Leger-Fernandez (NM-3), Congresswoman Diana DeGette (CO-1), and -Congressman Ed Perlmutter (CO-7). Watch the replay.

February 2021

On February 22, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Celerah Hewes testified before a committee of the New Mexico legislature in support of the Climate Solutions Act.

December 2020

On December 16, Rep. Deb Haaland (NM-01) joined Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico field organizer Celerah Hewes for a conversation about environmental justice, air pollution, and climate stewardship. Watch the replay.

October 2020

To celebrate the second anniversary of our EcoMadres program, we hosted a special event with music, conversation, and highlights of the amazing work EcoMadres across the country have been doing to educate and mobilize Latino families on the impacts of air pollution and climate change. The bilingual broadcast on October 29 was co-hosted by two Latinas, Nevada organizer Cinthia Zermeño Moore and Iowa organizer Karin Stein. This celebratory program featured brief interviews on topics including the impact of wildfires on Latinos and the importance of the Latino vote, interspersed with Latin music, most notably the premiere of the song “EcoMadres,” featuring dozens of organizers and members of the EcoMadres team. Watch the replay.

On October 27, we invited Indigenous leaders from Colorado, Alaska, Iowa, and New Mexico to join a conversation about the power of voting in tribal communities. Panelists included Renée Millard-Chacon, Dínéh/Mexica; James Skeet, Dínéh; Louise Brady, Tlingít; and Stephanie BadSoldier Snow, HoChunk and Meskwaki. The conversation was moderated by Colorado field organizer Shaina Oliver, Dínéh. Watch the replay.

On October 7, Moms Clean Air Force chapters in Colorado and New Mexico hosted watch parties for the vice presidential debate.

On October 6, Senator Tom Udall joined New Mexico field organizer Celerah Hewes and moms and children from across the state to discuss air pollution, climate change, and how the senator is working to protect our families from these threats that impact health and well-being as part of our 2020 Stay In and Speak Out for Climate Action. Watch the replay.

September 2020

On September 23, New Mexico Moms joined a coalition of organizations in virtual meetings with more than 50 congressional offices to discuss oil and gas legislation and share stories of impacted communities. New Mexico field consultant Celerah Hewes joined the Wilderness Society, Rio Grande, Sierra Club, DINÈ CARE, and community members from Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Carlsbad, Las Cruces, and Acoma Pueblo in meetings with Senator Tom Udall, Senator Martin Heinrich, and Representative Xochitl Torres Small (NM-02). The group urged the lawmakers to support legislation to cut methane emissions from orphaned wells and to make public input on oil and gas development on public lands more accessible.

New Mexico Moms joined Moms Clean Air Force members across the country to testify in EPA’s virtual hearing on its proposal to retain the current National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ground-Level Ozone. New Mexico field organizer Celerah Hewes urged EPA to follow the science and strengthen the existing rule.

August 2020

On August 26, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico and partners at Health Action New Mexico and CAVU hosted a statewide conversation about how climate change impacts the health of New Mexicans. Speakers included Barbara Webber (HANM), Kathy Kunkel (Cabinet Secretary, NM Dept. of Health), Brian Egolf (NM Speaker of the House), Dr. Dave DuBois (NM State Climatologist), and Adella Begaye (Diné CARE and former public health practitioner).

June 2020

On June 25, New Mexico field organizer Celerah Hewes joined Moms Clean Air Force organizers from across the country to offer comment in a meeting with OMB officials on the EPA’s proposed methane rule.

May 2020

New Mexico Moms joined Moms Clean Air Force members across the country to testify in the EPA’s virtual hearing on its proposal to retain the current National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter. New Mexico organizer Celerah Hewes, a supermom, and several New Mexico youth advocates testified in favor of following science and strengthening the existing rule.

New Mexico field organizer Celerah Hewes hosted a Facebook Live conversation with Anne Epstein, MD, about how climate and coronavirus are interlaced, what that means for people with respiratory illness and chronic health issues, and how we can take action to protect our families from air pollution that may put our health at further risk.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico joined 350 New Mexico and other partners to host a conversation with Maggie Hart Stebbins, New Mexico’s new Natural Resources Trustee. Formerly a Bernalillo County Commissioner, Maggie Hart Stebbins was appointed by Governor Lujan Grisham on December 12, 2019. As Trustee, Hart Stebbins is responsible for leading state efforts to ensure contaminated, injured, or damaged natural resources are restored for the betterment of the environment and the benefit of New Mexicans and visitors.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in a Methane Advisory Panel public meeting. The meeting was part of the stakeholder outreach the New Mexico Departments of Environment (NMED) and Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources (EMNRD) conducted for feedback on the development of the state’s first methane regulations.

April 2020

On Earth Day, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico joined environmental groups throughout the state for a virtual panel discussion about the intersection between coronavirus and climate change.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a children’s art contest for Earth Week. The virtual event taught children not just about our planet, but also how we take action to protect it.

March 2020

On March 19, Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in webcast of a Community Impacts Meeting on the state’s Oil and Natural Gas Methane Strategy. Find the presentation by the New Mexico Departments of Environment and Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources here.

December 2019

Moms Clean Air Force joined Sierra Club New Mexico and 350 New Mexico for a holiday potluck celebrating our success throughout the state in 2019.

During the Youth Climate Strike at the University of New Mexico, Moms Clean Air Force marched in solidarity with youth strikers around the country.

November 2019

On November 10, Moms Clean Air Force co-hosted an event with New Mexico climate groups focused on helping New Mexico residents get involved in federal and state climate work, as well as connect them with local youth organizers.

October 2019

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended an event hosted by 350 New Mexico focused on youth leadership in the Global Climate Strikes.

Members of Moms Clean Air Force from around the country, including Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas, testified in Dallas at the only public hearing on the EPA’s proposed repeal of the methane rule. Read more here.

September 2019

Moms Clean Air Force members around the state joined the Global Climate Strike in Albuquerque on September 20.

On September 18, members of Moms Clean Air Force attended a meeting at the Albuquerque City Council to support the Climate Emergency Resolution being considered by the City Council. The resolution was passed with a sweeping 6-0 vote in favor.

July 2019

Members of Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended the sixth annual Play-In for Climate Action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.

December 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Health Cafecito in Albuquerque.

November 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted an election night house party.

October 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Solar Fiesta.

Field Organizer Celerah Hewes participated in a candidate education forum with United Methodist Women.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a cafecito to celebrate the launch of EcoMadres at a local library in Albuquerque with partners including the Conservation Juntos Program and Sierra Club.

September 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in the Rise at the Rio for Climate, Water, Jobs & Justice Rally in Albuquerque.

August 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in a telepresser to discuss a new public health report focused on the health impacts of oil and gas pollution on our children and communities.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in an event titled Zozobra Rising for the LWCF with Senator Udall’s staff, the National Wildlife Federation, the Partnership for Responsible Business, Vet Voices, and the Santa Fe Green Chamber of Commerce. The event discussed the benefits of public lands and the importance of reauthorizing and fully funding the Land and Water Conservation Fund prior to expiration on September 30.

July 2018

Field Organizer Celerah Hewes attended the Rally for Clean Air at the New Mexico Capitol. Celerah spoke to the crowd about clean buses and methane issues and addressed the National Governors Association’s responsibility to act at the local level.

Members of Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended the fifth annual Play-In for Climate Action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.

May 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended a World Asthma Day event.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended a city council meeting in Albuquerque.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Mama Summit at City Hall in Albuquerque to learn about and celebrate local action on climate change. Statements were made by Mayor Keller’s office and a representative from Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office.

April 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended Earth Fest.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico Organizers Alexandra Merlino and Celerah Hewes met with staff from Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico members met with Senator Martin Heinrich to thank him for his budget vote and discuss climate issues.

March 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico Supermoms Tahirih Garcia, Caitlin Padilla, and Sarah Shaw hosted house parties in Albuquerque.

February 2018

Members of Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico testified at an oil and gas hearing in Santa Fe.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in New Mexico Environment Day at the New Mexico State Capitol.

Field Organizer Celerah Hewes provided testimony in support of the Volkswagen settlement Electric School Bus Memorial proposed by Conservation Voters and Junto: Our Land Our Water.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Legislative Action Day in Santa Fe.

January 2018

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted State of the Union house parties in Albuquerque and Santa Fe.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in Women’s Marches in Santa Fe and Albuquerque.

December 2017

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Health Summit in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

October 2017

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico, parents, and teachers gathered in Santa Fe for a Science “Teach-in” at the Public Education Department.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico coordinated and moderated a telepresser on Earthworks’s Oil & Gas Threat Map. Two moms were present on the webinar to discuss the impact of oil and gas drilling near schools.

September 2017

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico traveled to Washington, DC, to meet with lawmakers and urge them to protect EPA’s budget.

August 2017

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico  hosted a Back to School Party at Tasty Tuesday.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico partnered with Progressive Action Picnic to table at Hyder Park in Albuquerque and talk with families about kids’ health and clean air.

July 2017

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico members attended the 2017 Play-In for Climate Action in Washington, DC.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended a lunch event with Senator Martin Heinrich.

May 2017

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Meet & Greet in Albuquerque. Folks gathered to meet Field Organizers Celerah Hewes and Alexandra Merlino and to learn more about how to get involved and help draw attention to important issues, including methane pollution, clean energy, asthma, and climate change.

April 2017

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended the March for Science in Albuquerque and Santa Fe.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended a methane town hall featuring Senator Udall.

September 2016

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico collected Get Out the Vote promise cards at Zozobra and Labor Day events in Santa Fe.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico educated parents at Desfile de los Ninos and Desfile de la Gente.

August 2016

Field Organizer Chelsey Evans attended the Conservation Forum around Latino voices in Albuquerque.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico educated parents at Blacklight Yoga, Burning of Zozobra, the ABQ Labor Day Picnic, and the Santa Fe Labor Day Picnic.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico educated parents at Santa Fe Indian Market, Santa Fe Farmers Market, and Kaune Community Conversation.

July 2016

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico signed on a letter in support of urging Secretary Jewell to strengthen and finalize the Bureau of Land Management methane rule as soon as possible and no later than the fall of 2016.

June 2016

Moms Clean Air Force Missouri hosted a School’s Out Food Drive contributing to the over 4,542 pounds of food collected by Moms Clean Air Force chapters nationwide.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a press conference and delivered over 2,100 actions to Land Commissioner Dunn urging him to end his opposition to the Bureau of Land Management methane rules curbing harmful methane emissions.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico educated parents at the Santa Fe Farmers Market and ABQ Rail Yards Market.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico held a roundtable focused on toxic chemical reform, which included Senator Tom Udall.

May 2016

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in a press conference with Senator Tom Udall on Toxic Substances Control Act reform.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico educated parents at the Santa Fe Farmers Market and the New Mexico Land Commissioner’s Office.

April 2016

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico participated in the Arroyo clean-up with the Santa Fe Community Yoga Center for Earth Day.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico attended an Earth Day community event.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Supermom house party.

March 2016

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Read-In at Albuquerque Main Library.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico hosted a Read-In at the Santa Fe Main Library.

Moms Clean Air Force New Mexico educated parents at Meow Wolf Site in Santa Fe.

February 2016

On February 16, Field Organizer Chelsey Evans attended a hearing in Farmington at San Juan College. The hearing, put on by the Bureau of Land Management, provided community members the opportunity to offer their support for the methane standards proposed earlier in 2016. Those speaking in favor of the proposed rules outnumbered those in opposition by more than 2 to 1.

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Los Alamos Daily Post

Luján, Markey, Peters, Carter Unveil Bicameral Legislation To Modernize Gas Pipeline Safety Standards, Cut Methane Leaks

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Green Fire Times

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Santa Fe New Mexican

Families deserve a healthy future — and that means clean air

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Electric buses will help schoolchildren breathe easier

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2024

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2025

  • Santa Fe New Mexican, Electric buses will help schoolchildren breathe easier
  • Source New Mexico, Bill making electric school buses an option for districts passes through first committee
  • Los Alamos Daily Post, Advocates ask New Mexico lawmakers for help securing more electric school buses

2024

  • KRQE News, Heinrich’s Congressional Briefing Highlights Advancements, Job Creation In Electric Vehicle Supply Chain
  • Telemundo Nueva México, Entregan millones a escuelas para comprar autobuses escolares eléctricos
  • City Desk ABQ, APS: Students will be able to breathe easier as district moves toward electric buses
  • Albuquerque Journal, APS announces new electric buses for 2025-26 school year
  • New Mexico Political Report, Heinrich touts federal investments into electric buses for Albuquerque students
  • Office of Senator Heinrich, Senator Martin Heinrich Joins Moms Clean Air Force for Back-to-School Electric School Bus Celebration
  • Press release, Senator Martin Heinrich Joins Moms Clean Air Force for Back-to-School Electric School Bus Celebration
  • Grant County Beat, $7 Million from Infrastructure Law to Purchase 20 Electric School Buses
  • The Daily Climate, Polluted air is endangering newborns in New Mexico
  • High Country News, Polluted air threatens the health of New Mexico infants
  • The Washington Post, What is winter without snow? Our children are finding out.

2023

  • New Mexico Political Report, Environmental groups react to new methane rule
  • Press release, New Mexico Mom Applauds Finalization of EPA Methane Rules for Oil & Gas Operations
  • NM Political Report, Groups say New Mexico is failing on its climate goals
  • Source NM, Albuquerque chose not to send out a mass alert about the plastic fire
  • KUNM, FRI: Governor demands changes to make horse racing drug-free , + More
  • Upworthy, Empowered mothers unite to take action against the problem of climate change
  • New Mexico Daily Lobo, ‘It smelled like plastic. That creates a memory’
  • Source NM, ‘It smelled like plastic. That creates a memory’
  • People, Meet the Moms Who Are Fed Up with the Climate Crisis — and Fighting to ‘Change the Conversation’
  • Univision New Mexico, EcoMadres on Univision New Mexico
  • Yahoo! News, Lincoln National Forest cancels prescribed burn amid unsafe conditions
  • Albuquerque Journal, Lincoln National Forest cancels prescribed burn amid unsafe conditions
  • Albuquerque Journal, Shift to EVs a commonsense policy for New Mexicans
  • Yahoo! News, Shift to EVs a commonsense policy for New Mexicans
  • El Semanario, Transitioning to EVs Will Help Tackle Climate Crisis and Reduce Air Pollution
  • El Semanario, La Transición a Vehículos Eléctricos nos Ayudará a Enfrentar la Crisis Climática
  • LaNueva, Ana Rios – LaNueva
  • Carlsbad Current-Argus, Eddy County oil and gas drives some of the worst air pollution in New Mexico, study says
  • Albuquerque Journal, Talk of the Town: The governor’s climate vetoes
  • KUNM, New Mexico groups issue joint disapproval of climate vetoes
  • Univision New Mexico, Ana Rios on Univision New Mexico
  • NM Political Report, Environment advocate: ‘The Legislature has failed on climate action this year’
  • Telemundo Puerto Rico, Impacto del hollín en la calidad del aire y la salud
  • The Limited Times, Latinas take action for their children: “They see their asthma attacks, their respiratory problems, and they look for solutions”
  • Noticias Telemundo, Latinas toman acción por sus hijos: “Ven sus ataques de asma, sus problemas respiratorios y buscan soluciones”
  • Resource Recycling, Orgs oppose chemical recycling in New Mexico
  • Plastics Recycling Update, Groups rally against chemical recycling in New Mexico
  • Press release, Organizations, businesses call on Gov. Lujan Grisham to not support so-called “advanced recycling”; Groups denounce misleading plastics industry practice and the air pollution it creates

2022

  • Albuquerque Journal, More kids to be riding in ‘clean’ school buses
  • Odessa American, New Mexico school districts win grants for electric school buses
  • Albuquerque Journal, APS on right track switching to electric
  • Albuquerque Journal, EPA needs to crack down on polluting trucks, buses
  • Santa Fe New Mexican, Methane pollution rules a win for N.M. families
  • NM Political Report, State board adopts rules regulating emissions from oil, natural gas relating to ozone
  • Press Release, Statewide Campaign Highlights Opportunity for New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board to Protect Children and Public Health From Oil and Gas Pollution
  • Santa Fe New Mexican, Climate action necessary to protect kids

2021

  • KRQE, Clean energy advocates want more aggressive standards
  • Albuquerque Journal, Trying to make sense of the bag ban that really never was
  • Press Release, 26 Local Organizations Ask Mayor Keller to Fix the Loophole in the Clean & Green Ordinance That Is Creating More Plastic Waste
  • Public News Service, NM Engages With Biden’s Energy Secretary on Methane Rules
  • Albuquerque Journal, New Mexico needs a strong methane rule
  • Carlsbad Current Argus, Joe Biden reinstates federal oil and gas methane rules rolled back by Trump
  • Press Release, New Mexico Moms Applaud US House of Representatives’ Vote to Protect Communities from Oil and Gas Methane Pollution
  • Press Release, Moms Speak Up at EPA Listening Sessions for Methane Rulemaking, Voicing Need for Federal Methane Pollution Protections
  • Albuquerque Journal, ABQ plastic bag ban resumes Aug. 1
  • Press Release, Moms and Kids Rally at Civic Plaza to Call on Mayor Keller to Reinstate the Clean and Green Ordinance
  • Press Release, Bipartisan Bill Would Help Protect Families from Harmful Pollution Leaking from Orphaned Oil and Gas Wells
  • Carlsbad Current Argus, Martin Heinrich leads Senate Democrats to reinstate federal oil and gas methane standards
  • Press Release, US Senators Working to Protect Communities from Oil and Gas Methane Pollution
  • Press Release, Moms Clean Air Force Statements on the Confirmation of Deb Haaland to Lead Interior: Role inspires hope for climate leadership in those who know her work up close
  • Press Release, Fresh Air for Children at School: The Renew America’s Schools Act Improves Safety and Reduces Climate Pollution of Our Schools, Improving Children’s Health
  • Carlsbad Current Argus, Hearings begin on New Mexico’s proposed oil and gas methane venting and flaring rules

2020

  • Press Release, Trump’s EPA Guts Oil and Gas Methane Pollution Protections When New Mexico’s Families Need Them the Most
  • Albuquerque Journal, Industry, enviros disagree on rules
  • Santa Fe New Mexican, N.M. needs to prioritize public health

2019

  • Santa Fe New Mexican, Proposed EPA rollback threatens New Mexicans’ healt
  • Press Release, Moms Clean Air Force’s New Mexico Chapter Applauds the Introduction of the 100% Clean Economy Act of 2019
  • Carlsbad Current Argus, “After the rigs came.” EPA hears testimony from locals impacted by oil and gas emissions
  • Albuquerque Journal, NM moms to testify at methane hearing
  • Press Release, New Mexico Moms Testify Against Trump’s Plan to Gut Critical EPA Methane Safeguards for Families
  • Press Release, Moms Clean Air Force Opposes Trump’s Plan to Gut Critical EPA Methane Safeguards for New Mexico Families
  • Press Release, NM Moms Join Members of Congress on Capitol Hill as Part of Sweeping Movement for Climate Solutions
  • Press Release, Moms Applaud New Bill to Cut Methane Pollution and Protect New Mexico Families
  • Media Advisory, Moms Celebrate Mother’s Day with Albuquerque local leaders for Summit in Support of Clean Air, Kids’ Health
  • The GW Hatchet, Politicians encourage young people to become activists

2018

  • Albuquerque Journal, Now is the time to fight climate pollution
  • Daily Lobo, Albuquerque rallies for sustainability during protest
  • Public News Service, NM Grandmother Recognized for One-Woman Fight for Clean Air
  • NM Political Report, NM grandmother recognized for one-woman fight for clean air
  • KRWG NPR New Mexico, Trump Administration Attacks on Methane Safeguards Threaten New Mexico Families, Add to Pollution
  • Carlsbad Current Argus, Methane protections needed for New Mexico
  • Press Release, NEW REPORT: Trump Administration Attacks on Methane Safeguards Threaten Rural and Urban Families, Adds to Pollution Burden of Vulnerable Populations
  • PressReleasePoint, More Than 125 Rally Outside National Governors Association Meeting, Calling on Governors to Invest in Clean, Electric School Buses for Children
  • Public News Service, Air-Quality, Methane Rally Ahead of U.S. Governors Meeting in Santa Fe
  • Santa Fe New Mexican, Range of activists rally under umbrella message to attract governors’ attention
  • The Half Assed Housewife, Mom’s Clean Air Force Joins Albuquerque City Leaders to Protect Clean Air and Kids Health
  • Albuquerque Journal, Moms group holds summit to discuss climate
  • Albuquerque Moms Blog, Things to Do in ABQ :: A Mom’s Guide to May
  • Albuquerque Journal, Do it for our kids: Preserving EPA isn’t just about money and politics
  • Unearthed, Podcast Series

2017

  • Public News Service, Mapping NM Children’s Health in Shadow of Oil, Gas Drilling
  • Los Alamos Daily Post, Rally For Science Education 8:30 a.m. Today
  • Albuquerque Journal, Methane hot spot problem for air quality
  • NM Political Report, NM groups urge EPA to enforce methane waste rule
  • Public News Service, NM Groups Urge EPA to Enforce Methane-Waste Rule

2016

  • The Durango Herald, Study finds oil and gas industry largest contributor to ‘hot spot’
  • KRWG, Udall: President Signing Chemical Reform Bill Is Historic Progress For Americans’ Health And Safety
  • Sante Fe Reporter, Where There’s Fire
  • Farmington Daily Times, San Juan County earns failing marks for ozone
  • Press Release, State of the Air Report Highlights the Impact of Air Pollution from Oil & Gas Operations on the Health of New Mexico’s Children


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