Georgia is one of the fastest-growing hubs for data centers in the nation. Advocates say this uptick in Big Tech construction is the latest example of Black communities having to endure policies that prioritize polluters over people’s health.
Art as Action: An Illustrator Helps Youth Confront the Climate Crisis
Danica Novgorodoff is an artist and writer of books for all ages who believes that everyone, from protestors to organizers to educators to illustrators, has a place in the climate movement.
3 U.S. Tribal Advocates Fighting for Clean Air
This April, Moms’ Shaina Oliver and Liz Hurtado joined a who’s who of the top U.S. Tribal policymakers, regulators, and advocates for clean air at the 26th annual National Tribal Air Quality Forum. Here are 3 doing important work.
EPA Moves to Gut Key Pollution Law. Moms Say No.
Moms spoke out at EPA about a recent proposal to redefine what it means to “begin actual construction” in order to let polluters break ground on major new industrial facilities without air pollution permits or community input.
Testimony: Julie Kimmel, EPA New Source Review Regulatory Actions, May 28, 2026
By: Julie Kimmel, Senior Manager, Editorial & Member Cultivation Date: May 28, 2026 About: Revision to “Begin Actual Construction” in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program, Docket # EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0618 To: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Hi, my name is Julie Kimmel. I live with my family …
Testimony: Laurie Anderson, EPA New Source Review Regulatory Actions, May 28, 2026
By: Laurie Anderson, Colorado Field Organizer Date: May 28, 2026 About: Revision to “Begin Actual Construction” in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program, Docket # EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0618 To: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency My name is Laurie Anderson, and I am a Colorado Field Organizer with Moms …
Testimony: Jayne Black, EPA New Source Review Regulatory Actions, May 28, 2026
By: Jayne Black, Wisconsin Field Organizer Date: May 28, 2026 About: Revision to “Begin Actual Construction” in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program, Docket # EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0618 To: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Thank you for the opportunity to testify. My name is Jayne Black, and I …
Mom Testifies Against EPA’s Rule That Would Allow Data Center Construction BEFORE Community Input
No, we don’t want polluters to be able to start construction on projects before communities have a voice. That’s what EPA is trying to do redefining “begin actual construction” under the New Source Review. Moms made sure our voices were heard at …
Advocacy Training with Melissa Jun Rowley
In May 2026, we hosted a advocacy skills workshop with journalist Melissa Jun Rowley. Watch now to learn how to advocate and organize, share your story, and compel government officials to take action. In this video, we share Moms Clean Air Force …
Testimony: Isabel González Whitaker, EPA New Source Review Regulatory Actions, May 28, 2026
By: Isabel González Whitaker, Associate Vice President for Public Engagement Date: May 28, 2026 About: Revision to “Begin Actual Construction” in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program, Docket # EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0618 To: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency My name is Isabel González Whitaker. I live with …
Testimony: Patrice Tomcik, EPA New Source Review Regulatory Actions, May 28, 2026
By: Patrice Tomcik, Senior National Field Director Date: May 28, 2026 About: Revision to “Begin Actual Construction” in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program, Docket # EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0618 To: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency My name is Patrice Tomcik, and I am the Senior National Field Director …
Testimony: Vanessa Lynch, EPA New Source Review Regulatory Actions, May 28, 2026
By: Vanessa Lynch, Pennsylvania Campaign Coordinator Date: May 28, 2026 About: Revision to “Begin Actual Construction” in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program, Docket # EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0618 To: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency My name is Vanessa Lynch, and I am the Pennsylvania Campaign Coordinator for Moms …