Parents across the country are grappling with how to comfort children through frightening floods and their aftermath. Moms’ Elizabeth Bechard offers some ideas for talking to your kids about floods and other climate disasters.
Summer Heat Wave Fits a Pattern of Increasingly Dangerous Weather
The first heat wave of the summer proved deadly and disruptive, and scientists say there are more to come—and not just this summer.
3 Things We’ll Never Know: Notes From Congress’ Science Fair of Canceled Grant Projects
Earlier this month, the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Democrats hosted an event featuring more than 28 scientists who shared a whopping 19 research projects and grants recently canceled by federal agencies.
Pittsburgh Environmental Action Day 2025
On July 12, 2025, Moms Clean Air Force joined environmental advocates across Southwest Pennsylvania to call on our elected leaders to support policies that create a healthier environment. Moms’ Vanessa Lynch spoke during the rally at the City County Building in Pittsburgh.
Hill Country Flooding Up Close: On the Ground With a Texas Mom
Reda Hicks’ 15-year-old son and husband were about 20 miles from Camp Mystic on July 4, at a similar facility called Camp Bandina, when the floodwaters rose. This is her story.
Testimony: Celerah Hewes, EPA’s Proposed Power Plants Carbon Rule Repeal, July 8, 2025
By: Celerah Hewes, National Field Manager, Moms Clean Air Force Date: July 8, 2025 About: Environmental Protection Agency Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0124-0001 To: Environmental Protection Agency Thank you for the opportunity to give testimony today. My name is Celerah Hewes and I live in Albuquerque, …
Testimony: Elizabeth Hauptman, EPA’s Proposed Power Plants Carbon Rule Repeal, July 8, 2025
By: Elizabeth Hauptman, Michigan Field Organizer, Moms Clean Air Force Date: July 8, 2025 About: Environmental Protection Agency Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0124-0001 To: Environmental Protection Agency Hello, my name is Elizabeth Hauptman, and I live in Livingston County, Michigan. I’m a field manager with Moms …
Testimony: Sarah McBride, EPA’s Proposed Power Plants Carbon Rule Repeal, July 8, 2025
By: Sarah McBride, Senior Communications Specialist, Moms Clean Air Force Date: July 8, 2025 About: Environmental Protection Agency Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0124-0001 To: Environmental Protection Agency Thank you for the opportunity to testify. My name is Sarah McBride. I am the senior communications specialist for …
Testimony: Giovanna Rossi, EPA’s Proposed Power Plants Carbon Rule Repeal, July 8, 2025
By: Giovanna Rossi, New Mexico Field Organizer, Moms Clean Air Force Date: July 8, 2025 About: Environmental Protection Agency Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0124-0001 To: Environmental Protection Agency Thank you for the opportunity to give testimony today. My name is Giovanna Rossi and I live in …
Testimony: Isabel Gonzalez Whitaker, EPA’s Proposed Power Plants Carbon Rule Repeal, July 8, 2025
By: Isabel Gonzalez Whitaker, Vice President, Public Engagement, Moms Clean Air Force Date: July 8, 2025 About: Environmental Protection Agency Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0124-0001 To: Environmental Protection Agency My name is Isabel Gonzalez Whitaker, and I work for Moms Clean Air Force and live in …
Testimony: Jayne Black, EPA’s Proposed Power Plants Carbon Rule Repeal, July 8, 2025
By: Jayne Black, Wisconsin Field Organizer, Moms Clean Air Force Date: July 8, 2025 About: Environmental Protection Agency Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0124-0001 To: Environmental Protection Agency Good morning and thank you for the opportunity to speak today. My name is Jayne Black. I live …
Hot Days, High Stakes: Protecting Maternal Health in Extreme Heat
Extreme heat poses risks to pregnancy, from dehydration and heat exhaustion to more serious complications. On July 10, 2025, Moms’ Maria Finnegan spoke with Duke University’s Ashley Ward about why heat is a concern during pregnancy, how to reduce personal risk, and …