Mom's Clean Air Force
Ask Mom Detective: What Are the Safest Options for a Child’s Mattress?
Written by Alexandra Zissu
Want to find the healthiest mattress for your child? Moms Detective demystifies mattress materials and gives quick tips on shopping for the best option.
“Such a Long Time Coming!” Moms React to Strong EPA Methane Protections
Written by Sarah McBride
President Biden and EPA Administrator Regan have announced the finalization of strong protections that will cut methane and other hazardous pollutants from new and existing oil and gas operations. This is huge news! Moms are celebrating.
Online ordering has led to a surge in new warehouses—their trucks are choking neighborhoods with pollution
Written by Moms Clean Air Force
Across the U.S., pollution is disproportionately harming Black and Latino communities. Read how this Chicago mom, living in an industrial corridor that’s home to a growing number of warehouses, is fighting to protect her family's and her community's health from diesel pollution.
EcoMadres Noticias: November 2023
Written by EcoMadres
Read the latest news from our EcoMadres program.
Connecticut Moms Fight for Cleaner Cars and Trucks
Written by Moms Clean Air Force
For almost two decades, Connecticut has been a leader in cleaning up toxic air pollution from cars and trucks. But now, these pollution protections are being threatened—and Connecticut moms are swinging into action.
5 Ways to Make Your Online Shopping Better for the Planet
Written by Moms Clean Air Force
Online shopping can be bad for the climate and devastating for communities on busy delivery truck routes. But you can make a difference by following these five simple steps to green your e-shopping habits.
Celebrating Two Years of Clean Air Investments: Moms Make News
Written by Sarah McBride
Read the latest news from Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in Ohio, Nevada, Texas, and Washington, DC.
With Strong Standards, Ozone’s Health Burdens Are Avoidable
Written by Alexandra Zissu
Ozone pollution, or smog, impacts tens of millions of people in the US every day, but EPA has opted to delay strengthening protections from this pollution. Learn how ozone affects our health and what we can do about it in our new fact sheet.
Ask Mom Detective: Are Dishwasher Pods OK for the Environment?
Written by Amy Ziff
Just in time for the holiday season, an update on dishwasher pods from Mom Detective. Find out how you can protect the environment and cut plastic waste as you clean up after family meals.
New Report Underscores, Once Again, the Toll of Air Pollution on Our Health
Written by Elizabeth Bechard
The 2023 “Health of the Air” report from the American Thoracic Society provides the first-ever local and national estimates of the health impacts of wildland fires—and finds that smoke from these fires is responsible for thousands of premature deaths each year in the US.
The Plastics Industry Must Be Held Accountable: Stop Endangering Our Families’ Health
Written by Moms Clean Air Force
A Pennsylvania Mom joined her neighbors this week to demand that a local plastics facility be held accountable for polluting the air her family breathes. Learn how you can take action to protect your community too.
The Inflation Reduction Act Is an Opportunity to Transform the Health of Latino Families
Written by Moms Clean Air Force
A Nevada Mom shares how the climate investments in the Inflation Reduction Act could improve health, well-being, and quality of life in her neighborhood—if state and local leaders seize this opportunity.
Major Climate Reports Call for Urgent Climate Action. Moms Are Ready to Answer.
Written by Sarah McBride
This week, two major climate reports set off alarm bells for all who care about children. Read how these reports outline the threat of climate change but also inspire hope.
Moms Join Senators to Celebrate the Two-Year Anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Written by Moms Clean Air Force
Moms' Almeta Cooper was in Washington, DC, to speak at a press conference celebrating the two-year anniversary of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), landmark legislation that contains historic investments in expanding clean transportation, reducing climate pollution, and advancing environmental justice.
A Study of Toxic Chemicals Shows They Hide in Plain Sight
Written by Amy Ziff
According to a new study, toxic chemicals are everywhere—in your home, in a lot of your stuff, and most definitely in your body. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Learn steps to reduce the sources of toxics in your life.
Caterpillars, Climate Grief, and a New Report on Climate Change and Children’s Mental Health
Written by Elizabeth Bechard
Climate change is increasingly impacting our mental health in numerous ways, from the grief we feel when butterflies don’t come to the trauma that can accompany extreme weather events. A new report offers an overview of the most current research on how climate change is impacting the mental health of children and youth.
Three Easy Ways to Champion Electric School Buses in Your Community
Written by Moms Clean Air Force
How can you get federal funding for electric school buses in your district? A Florida Mom shares how she's advocating for a clean ride for kids in her community.
Clean School Bus Money Should Not Go to Propane Buses
Written by Melody Reis
Money intended to fund clean school buses should not be spent on propane and compressed natural gas buses, which run on fossil fuels. Now is not the time to make a long-term commitment to fossil-fueled vehicles.
Harnessing Mom Power to Create Local Change
Written by Ali Simpson
We have a new opportunity to harness the power of local communities. Through our Moms & Mayors program, we connect moms with local and state officials to bring climate investments into our towns and keep "chemical recycling" incinerators out.
The Plastic Industry’s Scariest Trick
Written by Stephanie Reese
This Halloween, we won’t be tricked by the plastic industry’s lies. Watch and share this short, spooky video about “advanced recycling.”