For many families living near the hundreds of petrochemical plants that dot the Mississippi River front in Louisiana, toxic air pollution leads to a persistent fear of what each breath might bring.
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Clean air advocates have a new weapon in the fight against toxic air pollution from the plastics and petrochemical industry: the Environmental Defense Fund’s innovative Petrochemical Air Pollution Map.
Uprooted: How One Family Learned There Is No Such Thing as a Climate Haven
When Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans in August 2005, this family was forced to evacuate to Houston—at 2 AM. Nearly two decades later, they relived the nightmare when Hurricane Helene hit their new hometown in Western North Carolina.
“Every Community in This Country Deserves to Breathe Clean Air”: Honoring Freedom and Health on Juneteenth
This Juneteenth, as we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved Black people in the United States, Moms’ Stephanie Reese reflects on a monumental victory for historically marginalized communities across the nation: new rules to protect neighborhoods near more than 200 toxic chemical manufacturing facilities.
New Hope for Residents of “Cancer Alley”?
Last month, EPA finalized strong chemical manufacturing protections aimed at slashing cancer rates by taking on toxic pollution. The new rule could make a big difference for Robert Taylor and his family in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana.
La Gran Influencia de las Acciones Valientes en la Historia Afroamericana
A lo largo de la historia Afroamericana, la acción colectiva y el activismo público han sido fundamentales para desafiar las injusticias y provocar transformación social. Debemos continuar con el legado de quienes nos precedieron y continuar la lucha por una sociedad justa y equitativa.
The Critical Influence of Courageous Actions in Black History
Throughout Black history, collective action and public advocacy have been pivotal in challenging injustices and sparking societal change. We must carry forward the legacy of those who have come before us by continuing the fight for a just and equitable society.
What People Think Is the Greatest Threat From Climate Change
A recent Yale Climate survey asked, “What do you think is the greatest threat that global warming poses to the US, if any?” Here’s the the most common theme of the respondents…
At an Ohio Superfund Site, “You Could Smell the Chemicals in the Air and Water”
EPA recently proposed new standards to reduce air pollution released from more than 200 chemical manufacturing facilities across the US. These facilities make chemicals that are the building blocks of plastics. They release toxic pollution that can increase the risk of cancer for facility workers and people in nearby communities.
Protecting People Through Strong Petrochemical Manufacturing Rules
We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rein in the toxic air emissions from some of the biggest emitters. This is a rare chance to hold polluters accountable and to mitigate the harm they cause to workers and to children, families, and all people.
Moms Testify at Methane Hearing in Record Numbers
Moms Clean Air Force was out in full force as 63 members from 21 states and Washington, DC delivered testimony at EPA’s methane virtual public hearings last week.
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.”