Act on Climate
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Climate change is a growing public health crisis that is hitting our most vulnerable communities first and hardest. We cannot afford to wait. Public health leaders, health care providers, and communities must step forward to drive bold, equitable climate action. By confronting climate change today, we protect lives, reduce health inequities, and strengthen the resilience of every community. Act now to safeguard health and build a safer, healthier future for all. #ActOnClimate
Take Action Today
- For too long, Big Oil has made billions while our communities suffer from floods, fires, and rising temperatures. Check out how the Make Polluters Pay campaign is taking action to demand climate justice.
- Big Oil caused the climate crisis but we’re paying the price. This Make Polluters Pay Week of Action, from Jan. 26 - 30, people around the country are demanding justice from fossil fuel giants. Learn how you can get involved.
- Participate in APHA's legislative action alerts and urge policymakers to #ActOnClimate.
State and Local Climate Initiatives
Taking Climate Action: Advancing Climate, Health and Equity Through State and Local Policy
The most ambitious and impactful climate policy is being developed at the state and local levels. Many states, cities, businesses and institutions are initiating and pursuing their own climate goals but are not always including health equity and meaningful community engagement into the decision-making process. Public health professionals across the U.S. are well-positioned to influence and drive new climate goals and policies that incorporate health equity and support progress towards climate justice.
In 2022, APHA’s Center for Climate, Health and Equity supported five APHA Affiliate state public health associations in a pilot program to support health and public health professionals as they embark on policy campaigns aimed at bringing about climate justice and serving communities most affected by climate change.
Learn more about the APHA State Partners for Climate and Health Equity.
The Time to Act is Now: Empowering Future Generations to Address Climate Change
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