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EPA rollback on greenhouses gases threatens human health
Federal government actions are dangerously turning back progress on lowering greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S.
Weakening plans to protect households from lead in drinking water would be a mistake
From late 2023 to early 2024, hundreds of thousands of people commented on a safe drinking water rule proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. More people weighed in on a rule of this type than ever before.
Most comments supported the strongest possible safeguards to remove lead pipes across the country and urged stronger action to stop lead contamination at schools and child care centers.
Loss of resources at NCEH threatens health of children, nation
The Trump administration’s ongoing cuts to federal agencies are having a devastating effect on U.S. public health, with canceled programs, fired workers and severe funding reductions undercutting essential, life-saving work. Among the offices that have come under threat is NCEH's Division of Environmental Health Science and Practice.
Building resilience to lessen climate trauma
When we think about climate change, it can arouse anxiety and worry, especially given the stories of doom and gloom that are perpetually at the forefront in the media.
And yet for many of us who are involved in climate action and advocacy, our changing climate also conjures emotions of hope and connection with others who we engage with collectively in addressing this crisis. Indeed, throughout history, we humans have been at our best when uniting to respond to challenges.