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Moms Make News: Moms and Kids Breathe Easier on Electric School Buses
Electric School Buses Hit the Roads!
This week, EPA announced nearly $1 billion in awards to local school districts to transition to clean school buses. This is great news for our kids and our climate!
It’s Time to Ditch Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
Gas-powered leaf blowers release toxic pollutants into the air we breathe. These pollutants, many known carcinogens, can be extremely harmful to human health.
Babies’ Lungs Contain Toxic Air Pollution Before Birth
Recent research found evidence of toxic black carbon particles (soot) in cord blood and placenta tissue in pregnant mothers.
Families Living Near Oil and Gas Operations Need Action on Methane Now
Moms traveled to Washington, DC to speak outside of the White House and urge President Biden and EPA to cut methane pollution from oil and gas operations now.
Wildfires Are Eroding Progress on Clean Air
Recent research from Stanford University paints a picture of how increasing wildfire smoke is damaging air quality, eroding decades of progress on clean air.
Moms Make News: Moms Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Read the latest news from Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington, DC.
Children Born After a “Major Weather-Related Disaster” More Likely to Suffer Anxiety, Depression
Adding to the stress of pregnancy, new research finds “an association between in utero exposure to natural disasters and child behavioral problems.”
Why It’s Important to Know About the EPA’s New Office of Environmental Justice
Recently, EPA launched its Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights. The OEJECR aligns with our goals to implement equitable solutions in addressing air pollution and the climate crisis.
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.”
3 Tools to Live Healthier in the Age of Climate Change
These climate tool kits and guides are available to help healthcare providers, parents, teachers, and school administrators understand the health impacts on children and adults.
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.