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Defending public health in the face of oil & gas development
Headquarters: Pittsburgh, PA
Headquarters: Pittsburgh, PA
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Thank you Allegheny County Council for voting for cleaner air in our communities! www.alleghenyfront.o...
Allegheny County Council approves higher fees for polluters after year-long delay
Revenue from the fees is meant to fill a hole in the budget for the Allegheny County's air quality program.
www.alleghenyfront.org
November 19, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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A new Pollution Pass Map exposes how the Trump EPA is opening the door for industrial polluters to dodge clean-air rules. Over 500 facilities could win exemptions that allow them to release higher levels of toxic air pollution into our communities.
Explore the map and speak out: bit.ly/4r5zkyE
Explore the map and speak out: bit.ly/4r5zkyE
EPA Pollution Pass Map 2025
A map of 500+ industrial facilities in the United States showing whether they've requested or been granted an EPA pollution exemption, who lives nearby, and more.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:23 PM
A new Pollution Pass Map exposes how the Trump EPA is opening the door for industrial polluters to dodge clean-air rules. Over 500 facilities could win exemptions that allow them to release higher levels of toxic air pollution into our communities.
Explore the map and speak out: bit.ly/4r5zkyE
Explore the map and speak out: bit.ly/4r5zkyE
New on the EHP blog, explore the impact of the Trump admin funding cuts, workforce reductions, & deregulation efforts on public health in #Pittsburgh.
https://www.environmentalhealthproject.org/post/frozen-cut-deregulated-and-shut-down-the-trump-administration-s-impact-on-southwestern-pennsylva
https://www.environmentalhealthproject.org/post/frozen-cut-deregulated-and-shut-down-the-trump-administration-s-impact-on-southwestern-pennsylva
November 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM
New on the EHP blog, explore the impact of the Trump admin funding cuts, workforce reductions, & deregulation efforts on public health in #Pittsburgh.
https://www.environmentalhealthproject.org/post/frozen-cut-deregulated-and-shut-down-the-trump-administration-s-impact-on-southwestern-pennsylva
https://www.environmentalhealthproject.org/post/frozen-cut-deregulated-and-shut-down-the-trump-administration-s-impact-on-southwestern-pennsylva
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More than 5 million people face an increased cancer risk because they live near a type of industrial plant that would have been subject to rules put forward by the Biden.
The Trump administration is rolling them back
By the inimitable @lisalsong.bsky.social
www.propublica.org/article/epa-...
The Trump administration is rolling them back
By the inimitable @lisalsong.bsky.social
www.propublica.org/article/epa-...
Air Pollution From Industrial Facilities Is Far Worse Than Estimated
The Trump administration has put a stop to EPA rules that would have required more than 130 industrial facilities to install air monitors to measure pollution. Millions of people living near these pla...
www.propublica.org
October 30, 2025 at 11:38 AM
More than 5 million people face an increased cancer risk because they live near a type of industrial plant that would have been subject to rules put forward by the Biden.
The Trump administration is rolling them back
By the inimitable @lisalsong.bsky.social
www.propublica.org/article/epa-...
The Trump administration is rolling them back
By the inimitable @lisalsong.bsky.social
www.propublica.org/article/epa-...
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On this date in 1948, smog started to build over Donora. The smog killed 20 people, lasting until October 31st. See alt text for further details. #PAwxHistory
October 26, 2025 at 1:41 PM
On this date in 1948, smog started to build over Donora. The smog killed 20 people, lasting until October 31st. See alt text for further details. #PAwxHistory
Coming up this week, we'll be joining Protect PT for two community meetings to discuss the results of their Clean Air for All studies.
Register for the Monessen meeting on October 29: protectpt.info/cafa-monessen
Register for the Plum meeting on October 30: protectpt.info/cafa-plum
Register for the Monessen meeting on October 29: protectpt.info/cafa-monessen
Register for the Plum meeting on October 30: protectpt.info/cafa-plum
October 27, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Coming up this week, we'll be joining Protect PT for two community meetings to discuss the results of their Clean Air for All studies.
Register for the Monessen meeting on October 29: protectpt.info/cafa-monessen
Register for the Plum meeting on October 30: protectpt.info/cafa-plum
Register for the Monessen meeting on October 29: protectpt.info/cafa-monessen
Register for the Plum meeting on October 30: protectpt.info/cafa-plum
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While the initial ramp up will mean thousands of construction jobs, AI centers only employ a few hundred people to operate, and it uses massive amounts of water, which concerns local residents. www.cbsnews.com/pitt...
Pittsburgh-area residents push back against proposed data centers over energy and environmental risks
Proposed data centers are getting pushback over environments impacts and energy costs.
www.cbsnews.com
October 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
While the initial ramp up will mean thousands of construction jobs, AI centers only employ a few hundred people to operate, and it uses massive amounts of water, which concerns local residents. www.cbsnews.com/pitt...
By delaying deadlines for polluters to comply with commonsense protections in the 2024 methane rule, the EPA has left families on the frontline of oil + gas development in a sacrifice zone as they continue to face dangerous air pollution.
We need to #CutMethane NOW!
We need to #CutMethane NOW!
October 20, 2025 at 10:40 AM
By delaying deadlines for polluters to comply with commonsense protections in the 2024 methane rule, the EPA has left families on the frontline of oil + gas development in a sacrifice zone as they continue to face dangerous air pollution.
We need to #CutMethane NOW!
We need to #CutMethane NOW!
Communities have a right to know about chemicals they're exposed from #fracking, but that’s not often the case. To address this gap, EHP created a new tool to provide easy-to-understand details on exposure symptoms. Learn more about the tool & the methodology behind it:
https://ow.ly/uvZl50Xcv7g
https://ow.ly/uvZl50Xcv7g
October 17, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Communities have a right to know about chemicals they're exposed from #fracking, but that’s not often the case. To address this gap, EHP created a new tool to provide easy-to-understand details on exposure symptoms. Learn more about the tool & the methodology behind it:
https://ow.ly/uvZl50Xcv7g
https://ow.ly/uvZl50Xcv7g
Tomorrow, we will challenge decision makers to build the future for the health & prosperity of our local communities. Join us for a rally and press conference.
RSVP for exact location: https://forms.gle/4Ftm6ryd8xhh1esLA
#CleanEnergyFuture #PeopleOverProfit #ProtectOurCommunities
RSVP for exact location: https://forms.gle/4Ftm6ryd8xhh1esLA
#CleanEnergyFuture #PeopleOverProfit #ProtectOurCommunities
October 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Tomorrow, we will challenge decision makers to build the future for the health & prosperity of our local communities. Join us for a rally and press conference.
RSVP for exact location: https://forms.gle/4Ftm6ryd8xhh1esLA
#CleanEnergyFuture #PeopleOverProfit #ProtectOurCommunities
RSVP for exact location: https://forms.gle/4Ftm6ryd8xhh1esLA
#CleanEnergyFuture #PeopleOverProfit #ProtectOurCommunities
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One reasonable explanation for spending so much money on AI is that it's the vehicle for the last gasp of fossil fuel expansion
billmckibben.substack.com/p/hey-grok-w...
billmckibben.substack.com/p/hey-grok-w...
Hey Grok, What's a Waste of Energy?
AI amidst the climate emergency
billmckibben.substack.com
October 15, 2025 at 11:50 AM
One reasonable explanation for spending so much money on AI is that it's the vehicle for the last gasp of fossil fuel expansion
billmckibben.substack.com/p/hey-grok-w...
billmckibben.substack.com/p/hey-grok-w...
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🚨 Breaking: 15 young Americans have filed a historic human rights petition against the U.S. for fueling the climate crisis. They’re calling on the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights to take urgent action and protect their rights and futures. PR: bit.ly/petitionfiling
September 25, 2025 at 4:28 PM
🚨 Breaking: 15 young Americans have filed a historic human rights petition against the U.S. for fueling the climate crisis. They’re calling on the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights to take urgent action and protect their rights and futures. PR: bit.ly/petitionfiling
The people have spoken. It’s up to @EPA to listen. Further delay of the 2024 EPA methane rule threatens public health, wastes our natural resources, and takes us backwards on progress to #CutMethane.
October 2, 2025 at 5:36 PM
The people have spoken. It’s up to @EPA to listen. Further delay of the 2024 EPA methane rule threatens public health, wastes our natural resources, and takes us backwards on progress to #CutMethane.
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An excellent explainer on why our state keep extending the fossil fuel bridge. We need leaders who support #CleanEnergy! insideclimatenews.or...
Pennsylvania Was Once a National Leader in Renewable Energy. What Happened? - Inside Climate News
Natural gas was pitched as a stopgap between fossil fuels and renewables. Instead, it has derailed Pennsylvania’s energy transition.
insideclimatenews.org
September 23, 2025 at 5:50 PM
An excellent explainer on why our state keep extending the fossil fuel bridge. We need leaders who support #CleanEnergy! insideclimatenews.or...
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🎉 On Sunday, Sep 21, join the Sierra Club to celebrate Sun Day! Together, changemakers nationwide are hosting events where we'll connect, rally, sing, and come together to build a livable clean energy future!
Find a local event near you here ➡️ sc.org/SunDay @sundayofaction.bsky.social
Find a local event near you here ➡️ sc.org/SunDay @sundayofaction.bsky.social
September 18, 2025 at 3:21 PM
🎉 On Sunday, Sep 21, join the Sierra Club to celebrate Sun Day! Together, changemakers nationwide are hosting events where we'll connect, rally, sing, and come together to build a livable clean energy future!
Find a local event near you here ➡️ sc.org/SunDay @sundayofaction.bsky.social
Find a local event near you here ➡️ sc.org/SunDay @sundayofaction.bsky.social
PA Environment Digest, By David E. Hess, Former PA DEP Secretary
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· Sep 17
Environmental Health Project, Partners Host Sept. 25 Webinar On Health Professionals Toolkit For Protecting Patients From Medical Conditions Related To Oil & Gas Development; [PA Medical Society Learning Center Course Available] [PaEN] tinyurl.com/nse489ft
September 17, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Join us for an overview of the EHP’s Health Professional Toolkit.
After the overview, EHP staff will guide attendees to where they can complete the full online toolkit via the PAMED Learning Center for CME Credit.
Learn more and register at
www.environmentalhealthproject.org/event-detail...
After the overview, EHP staff will guide attendees to where they can complete the full online toolkit via the PAMED Learning Center for CME Credit.
Learn more and register at
www.environmentalhealthproject.org/event-detail...
September 16, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Join us for an overview of the EHP’s Health Professional Toolkit.
After the overview, EHP staff will guide attendees to where they can complete the full online toolkit via the PAMED Learning Center for CME Credit.
Learn more and register at
www.environmentalhealthproject.org/event-detail...
After the overview, EHP staff will guide attendees to where they can complete the full online toolkit via the PAMED Learning Center for CME Credit.
Learn more and register at
www.environmentalhealthproject.org/event-detail...
Anyone wishing to present testimony at the hearing for the proposed Homer City Power Plant should contact Elspeth Koehle, DEP Environmental Justice Coordinator, 814-332-6101 or ekoehle@pa.gov, no less than 24 hours in advance of the public hearing. #publiccomment
PA Environment Digest, By David E. Hess, Former PA DEP Secretary
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· Aug 16
DEP Sets Sept. 17 Public Meeting/Hearing On Air Quality Permit For The Proposed 4.5 Gigawatt Natural Gas Power Plant At The Homer City A.I. Data Center Complex In Indiana County [PaEN] tinyurl.com/mv9thjhy
September 15, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Anyone wishing to present testimony at the hearing for the proposed Homer City Power Plant should contact Elspeth Koehle, DEP Environmental Justice Coordinator, 814-332-6101 or ekoehle@pa.gov, no less than 24 hours in advance of the public hearing. #publiccomment
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Center For Coalfield Justice To Host 500 Feet From Fracking Tour Sept. 20 In Washington County [PaEN] tinyurl.com/2amseewr
September 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Center For Coalfield Justice To Host 500 Feet From Fracking Tour Sept. 20 In Washington County [PaEN] tinyurl.com/2amseewr
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Explore FracTracker’s new data portals! Access nearly 5 million oil and gas well records and 30+ datasets on refineries, pipelines, power plants, and more—free and open to everyone.
Visit www.fractracker.org/data for more + watch the webinar recording to learn more: youtu.be/uwmVxflzlKA?...
Visit www.fractracker.org/data for more + watch the webinar recording to learn more: youtu.be/uwmVxflzlKA?...
September 10, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Explore FracTracker’s new data portals! Access nearly 5 million oil and gas well records and 30+ datasets on refineries, pipelines, power plants, and more—free and open to everyone.
Visit www.fractracker.org/data for more + watch the webinar recording to learn more: youtu.be/uwmVxflzlKA?...
Visit www.fractracker.org/data for more + watch the webinar recording to learn more: youtu.be/uwmVxflzlKA?...
"In Freeport’s case, around 200 of its approximately 300 residents have experienced discolored and chemically contaminated water since June 2022." #fracking
insideclimatenews.org/news/0909202...
insideclimatenews.org/news/0909202...
Two Pennsylvania Towns Seek Public Funding for Water Systems Amid Claims That Gas Industry Contaminated Wells - Inside Climate News
“Disaster emergency” declarations will allow towns to apply for state and federal help.
insideclimatenews.org
September 9, 2025 at 3:17 PM
"In Freeport’s case, around 200 of its approximately 300 residents have experienced discolored and chemically contaminated water since June 2022." #fracking
insideclimatenews.org/news/0909202...
insideclimatenews.org/news/0909202...
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“Unlike age or genetics, this is something we can change ... The most direct implication is that clean air policies are brain health policies.”
Air pollution can drive devastating forms of dementia, research suggests
Airborne particles cause toxic clumps of proteins in brain that are hallmarks of Lewy body dementia, study indicates
www.theguardian.com
September 8, 2025 at 5:34 PM
“Unlike age or genetics, this is something we can change ... The most direct implication is that clean air policies are brain health policies.”
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this is a good and interesting analysis. The IEA has said *for years* that the o&g industry is making progress on reducing methane; that methane reductions would pay for themselves (more gas to sell); and that its low hanging fruit.
Very little evidence of progress. And industry continues to expand
Very little evidence of progress. And industry continues to expand
Since 2017, the Int'l Energy Agency has told the world the fossil fuel industry can reduce its emissions of toxic, planet-warming methane at little to no cost to itself. But industry keeps failing to clean up its act. Methane emissions are still rising in lockstep with production. bit.ly/47YXaVt
September 4, 2025 at 4:41 PM
this is a good and interesting analysis. The IEA has said *for years* that the o&g industry is making progress on reducing methane; that methane reductions would pay for themselves (more gas to sell); and that its low hanging fruit.
Very little evidence of progress. And industry continues to expand
Very little evidence of progress. And industry continues to expand
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Wildfire smoke is a growing threat to our health. New research shows it can be more toxic than regular pollution, and is especially harmful to children and pregnant moms. Let's demand better air quality monitoring and protection for all our families. #ClimateChange
www.newswise.com/articles/wil...
www.newswise.com/articles/wil...
Wildfire Smoke Is Obvious. Its Long-Term Health Impacts Are Not | Newswise
We understand breathing in wildfire smoke is unhealthy, but there is still much to be studied, according to Tufts experts.
www.newswise.com
September 2, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Wildfire smoke is a growing threat to our health. New research shows it can be more toxic than regular pollution, and is especially harmful to children and pregnant moms. Let's demand better air quality monitoring and protection for all our families. #ClimateChange
www.newswise.com/articles/wil...
www.newswise.com/articles/wil...