America Accelerates to Cleaner Air, More Jobs with EPA Proposals to Limit Pollution from New Cars, Freight Trucks, Buses
America Accelerates to Cleaner Air, More Jobs with EPA Proposals to Limit Pollution from New Cars, Freight Trucks, Buses
These Historic Standards Will Help Prevent Petrochemical Disasters
Written by Dominique Browning
Last week, EPA proposed strong standards to protect people from the hazardous air pollution emitted by more than 200 of the largest, most toxic petrochemical manufacturing facilities in the country. These polluting facilities make chemicals that become plastics. Join us in thanking EPA for taking this critical step to safeguard people—especially children—from plastics and petrochemical manufacturing facilities.
Ask Mom Detective: Are Polyester and Polypropylene Rugs a Safe Choice for My Family?
Written by Amy Ziff
Are polyester and polypropylene rugs a safe choice for families? Our Mom Detective weighs in on indoor air pollution, microplastics, and alternatives.
“The Race Is On” – EPA Reportedly Poised to Propose New Limits for Pollution from Cars and Trucks
“The Race Is On” – EPA Reportedly Poised to Propose New Limits for Pollution from Cars and Trucks
National Teflon Day—Seriously?!
National Teflon Day—Seriously?!
What’s National Teflon Day? According to National Day Calendar, yesterday (April 6th) was “National Teflon Day”—a day to “celebrate” the accidental discovery in 1938 of a chemical called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE for short)—better known by the product it became associated with, Teflon™. Teflon™ is PFAS Wrapped in a Bow PTFE, the main component of Teflon™, is […]
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National Teflon Day—Seriously?!
What’s National Teflon Day? According to National Day Calendar, yesterday (April 6th) was “National Teflon Day”—a day to “celebrate” the accidental discovery in 1938 of a chemical called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE for short)—better known by the product it became associated with, Teflon™. Teflon™ is PFAS Wrapped in a Bow PTFE, the main component of Teflon™, is […]
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How curbing oil and gas pollution can grow West Virginia energy leadership, create jobs and protect communities
How curbing oil and gas pollution can grow West Virginia energy leadership, create jobs and protect communities
Protecting People Through Strong Petrochemical Manufacturing Rules
Written by Moms Clean Air Force
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.
White House Proposes Modernizing Our National Regulatory Process to Improve People’s Lives
White House Proposes Modernizing Our National Regulatory Process to Improve People’s Lives
White House Proposes Modernizing Our National Regulatory Process to Improve Impacts on People’s Lives
White House Proposes Modernizing Our National Regulatory Process to Improve Impacts on People’s Lives
EPA Proposes Crucial Protections Against Toxic Air Pollution from Petrochemical Facilities
EPA Proposes Crucial Protections Against Toxic Air Pollution from Petrochemical Facilities
2023 World Bank Flaring Update
EPA Administrator Regan Announced Stronger Mercury and Air Toxics Protections
Written by Dominique Browning
EPA Administrator Regan just announced important new mercury and air toxics (MATS) protections. The science is clear: No amount of mercury is safe for pregnant moms and children because it endangers developing fetal brains and the brains of children.