“Stories on Soot” Video
What to say
Evergreen Action EPA Report Card
What to say
Suggested RT: https://twitter.com/EvergreenAction/status/1633830074398158853?s=20
Sample post: The @EPA can improve upon their report card scores from @EvergreenAction by enacting stronger #SolutionsForPollution
Graphic to share:
Rep. Donald McEachin Tribute Event
What to say
NEW: Recent Newsweek op-ed from Mustafa Santiago Ali & Leo Woodberry
Suggested RT - https://twitter.com/EJinAction/status/1633477657168863232?s=20
"Representative McEachin had a gift for connecting with people who have too often been unseen, unheard, and disinvested in."
Read more from @EJinAction @KingdomLiving4u on how we can continue to honor Rep. McEachin's legacy in the environmental justice movement. #ActOnClimate
#ICYMI: Last week we hosted a tribute event for Rep. Donald McEachin & the generation-changing work he achieved to address climate change & advocate for environmental justice, with remarks from @RepLBR, @JennMcClellanVA, @MargotTBrown, & @Alpha3bc. https://www.washingtoninformer.com/legislators-and-green-groups-gather-to-honor-late-congressman-donald-mceachin/
Resource - The saved livestream link: https://business.facebook.com/events/1252901892271618/
H.J. Res 30 - Senate Vote to Overturn Biden Admin ESG Retirement Rule
What to say
CAC’s full statement can be found here: https://www.actonclimate.com/post/climate-action-campaign-statement-on-senate-vote-to-overturn-biden-admin-esg-retirement-rule
Suggested RT: https://twitter.com/actonclimateUS/status/1631064651701051392?s=20
The Senate's decision to revoke the @USDOL rule allowing responsible retirement investing is a major step back for the climate & for strategic investing. This rule benefits both the economy & environment, & voting to overturn it was a mistake #ClimateCantWait
East Palestine, Ohio Response
What to say
For sample social and messaging on the East Palestine train derailment, please use these resources provided by the Beyond Petrochemicals Campaign as you see fit
NEW- Link to EPW hearing on 3/9/23: https://youtu.be/3_RwQq0Eol
"This tragic accident illustrates the importance of proactive action needed to shift away from our reliance on highly toxic petrochemicals used in plastics and other products."
@HCWithoutHarm is right - this devastating accident should be a strong call to action to #ActOnClimate
EPA Soot Pollution Comment Collection
What to say (groups can substitute their own comment collection link, FYI!):
Comment Collection Guidance
Only a few weeks left to let the @EPA know we need stronger soot pollution standards so that we can breathe easier, longer, & with fewer illnesses throughout our lifetime. Soot kills, & it's time for the @EPA to take action. Make your voice heard here:
https://secure.everyaction.com/EgavuqiMSUibuOA3L6xgwQ2
#SolutionsForPollution
Tell the @EPA to protect the already 20 million Americans experiencing dangerous levels of soot pollutions by adding your voice here: https://secure.everyaction.com/EgavuqiMSUibuOA3L6xgwQ2
Make your voice heard by telling the @EPA to enact much stronger soot pollution standards and implement #SolutionsForPollution: https://secure.everyaction.com/EgavuqiMSUibuOA3L6xgwQ2
Tell the @EPA to clean our air, advance environmental justice, and protect our health by implementing much stronger soot standards. #SolutionsForPollution: https://secure.everyaction.com/EgavuqiMSUibuOA3L6xgwQ2
Soot pollution is linked to illnesses and health risks, including: asthma attacks, heart attacks, COPD, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. Tell the @EPA to enact much stronger soot standards: https://secure.everyaction.com/EgavuqiMSUibuOA3L6xgwQ2
Exposure to harmful soot pollution increases the risk of low birthweight, preterm birth, and infant mortality. The @EPA can save lives just by enacting stronger standards to limit soot. Tell them to take action now: https://secure.everyaction.com/EgavuqiMSUibuOA3L6xgwQ2
Don’t let the @EPA act too late on protecting your health from soot in the environment. Tell them to act now: https://secure.everyaction.com/EgavuqiMSUibuOA3L6xgwQ2
Core Guidance
Articles to Share
“If the EPA sets strong & robust new standards for soot pollution, it will improve the quality of life for tens of millions across the Midwest, & hundreds of millions across the country.” @GabeFilippelli is right -- the @EPA can save lives with strong #SolutionsForPollution https://www.record-eagle.com/opinion/opinion-soot-pollution-rule-could-save-thousands-of-lives/article_b2887d12-abe0-11ed-883c-534d4417894c.html
"We need cleaner air to breathe, to live and to thrive. We can get it by reducing pollution. One solution is strong standards on soot pollution." -- Harry Johnson II of @nextgenamerica makes the case for @POTUS to implement strong #SolutionsForPollution https://wordinblack.com/2023/01/waiting-to-inhale-president-biden-must-deliver-strong-standards-on-soot-pollution/
"The lag in creating much stronger soot standards prolongs pollution’s risky health impact on our country & communities. @POTUS can save nearly 20,000 lives each year with stronger limits on soot pollution." This is a must-read by Harry Johnson II of @nextgenamerica https://wordinblack.com/2023/01/waiting-to-inhale-president-biden-must-deliver-strong-standards-on-soot-pollution/
Statistics & Studies
#DYK: 63 million Americans experience unhealthy spikes in daily soot or particle pollution & more than 20 million Americans experience dangerous levels of soot pollution on a year-round basis? It’s why we need MUCH STRONGER soot standards from @EPA! We can do better. #S4P
A 2021 study found a severe disparity in soot exposure between white Americans & Black/Latino/AAPI Americans across the USA both in rural & urban settings & at all $$$ levels. It's why we need MUCH STRONGER soot standards from @EPA to advance environmental justice! #S4P
Exposure to soot - & inhaling it - is connected to increased:
❌mortality rates
❌hospitalizations
❌visits to the ER
This is why we need much stronger soot standards from @EPA to protect the health of our communities. This won't cut it. #SolutionsForPollution
🚨The @EPA could save nearly 20,000 lives each year by enacting #SolutionsForPollution, including stronger soot standards. 🚨
General Calls to Action
We need effective science-based #SolutionsForPollution on soot from the @EPA to protect the health & safety of kids & seniors at risk from this dangerous, deadly pollution. This proposal from @EPA falls woefully short of the mark. We demand better, stronger solutions right now!
ATTN @EPA: stronger soot standards will advance environmental justice! Overburdened communities of color breathe more soot pollution, on average, than white people because they live & work in areas with high levels of soot pollution. Let's craft much stronger standards! #S4P
Harmful soot exposure disproportionately burdens Black & Hispanic populations, as well as people living in poverty.
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Heads up, @EPA: we need *much stronger* soot standards so we can advance environmental justice for everyone! Let's get strong #SolutionsForPollution!
Soot is a dangerous & deadly pollutant that disproportionately harms communities of color & overburdened communities. It's why we need @EPA to advance environmental justice by setting MUCH STRONGER soot standards, right now! Weak standards cost lives! #SolutionsForPollution
It’s time for the @EPA to set #SolutionsForPollution and the strongest science-based soot standards to clean our air, advance environmental justice, and protect our health.
.@POTUS: we need you and your @EPA to protect our health from harmful soot pollution with strong #SolutionsForPollution. Our health and environment can’t wait!
✅Stronger soot standards will save lives.✅
Soot hurts us all, but it hurts our children, the elderly, and our immunocompromised friends the most. We need #SolutionsForPollution now to protect our communities from dangerous soot.
Soot and Public Health Guidance
Soot is a dangerous pollutant spewing from dirty power plants, cars, trucks, and other industrial sources. It poses a threat to the health of our kids, seniors, and people with chronic illnesses. We need strong #SolutionsForPollution!
We urgently need strong #SolutionsForPollution on soot from the @EPA to protect the health and safety of children and seniors at risk from this dangerous and deadly pollution. The current proposed standard needs to be made stronger!
Exposure to, and inhalation of, soot leads to increased
❌mortality rates
❌hospitalizations
❌visits to the ER.
We need the @EPA to set much stronger soot standards to protect the health of communities across the country. #SolutionsForPollution
#DYK: 63 million Americans experience unhealthy spikes in daily soot, or particle pollution, and more than 20 million Americans experience dangerous levels of soot pollution on a year-round basis? It’s time for the @EPA to set much stronger soot standards and enact #SolutionsForPollution!
Soot and Environmental Justice Guidance
ATTN @EPA: much stronger soot standards will advance environmental justice. Overburdened communities of color breathe more soot pollution, on average, than white people because they live and work in areas with high levels of soot pollution. We need #SolutionsForPollution now!
A 2021 study found a severe disparity in soot exposure between White Americans and Black, Latino, & Asian Americans across America, in rural and urban settings, and at all income levels. @EPA should implement #SolutionsForPollution & set stronger soot standards to advance environmental justice.
Harmful soot exposure disproportionately burdens Black and Hispanic populations, as well as people living in poverty.
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@EPA: stronger soot standards and #SolutionsForPollution will advance environmental justice.
Soot is a dangerous & deadly pollutant that disproportionately harms communities of color and overburdened communities. @EPA can advance environmental justice by setting stronger soot standards! #SolutionsForPollution
Soot and Climate Change Guidance
Setting stronger soot safeguards will not only protect our health from dangerous & deadly pollutants, but it will also help us fight climate change. #SolutionsForPollution
Soot is a dangerous pollutant that is produced by power plants, cars, trucks, and other industrial sources. We need the @EPA to set much stronger soot safeguards & implement #SolutionsForPollution to protect our health & environment.
Climate Wins Here: State by State Events
What to say (groups can substitute their own comment collection link, FYI!):
General
The #IRA has unlocked historic investments to combat the climate crisis and delivered results for people across the U.S. Learn more about how these investments are benefitting your state here! https://www.actonclimate.com/climate-wins-here
Public Health
Tailpipe pollution from fossil-fuel powered cars, buses, and trucks can create harmful, lasting effects on our air quality every day. The IRA is investing billions to provide cleaner transportation to keep our country moving!. https://www.actonclimate.com/climate-wins-here
Climate
The Inflation Reduction Act is going to slash climate pollution in the U.S. by an estimated 40% by 2030, getting us closer to @POTUS’ climate commitments. See how that goal is being met and what clean energy investments are coming to you → https://www.actonclimate.com/climate-wins-here
Jobs
#ClimateFriday fact: the IRA has created millions of jobs accelerating our clean economy and has encouraged innovation. Learn more about how the IRA and IIJA has boosted job rates in your state here → https://www.actonclimate.com/climate-wins-here
General Content
What to say:
Climate action policies "are creating good, family-sustaining union jobs in real communities–allowing people like Akinlana Abdalla to forge a sustainable career in our nation’s clean energy future." Learn more about Wisconsin' clean energy economy here, via @EvergreenAction:
[can link to either Evergreen’s video or blog post]
How will AI shape the future of clean energy? DISTRIBUTECH hosted a utility trade conference to better show how the industry is ready to integrate clean energy into our future. https://www.greenbiz.com/article/how-will-ai-shape-future-clean-energy
Clean transportation made in America: The Biden administration is investing in clean energy that is American made by requiring that all chargers must be built in the US. https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/new-biden-ev-charger-rules-stress-made-america-force-tesla-changes-2023-02-15/
Senior Advisor to the President for Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation John Podesta on @EPA Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: “It will create good-paying manufacturing jobs while helping to tackle climate change-the greatest challenge of our time.” https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-announces-initial-program-design-greenhouse-gas-reduction-fund
The Department of the Interior has announced a $728 million investment to deliver clean, reliable drinking water to rural and tribal communities. https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/biden-harris-administration-delivers-728-million-historic-investments-address-western
Everyday, millions are forced to live with the consequences of #climatechange. The public can’t ignore it and neither can we. We need #SolutionsForPollution now. https://www.brookings.edu/blog/planetpolicy/2023/02/10/good-news-about-global-warming-the-publics-paying-attention/
#Climatechange has no political party. Westerners of all political stripes strongly support transitioning to 100% clean energy. Americans need #SolutionsForPolution https://www.latimes.com/environment/newsletter/2023-02-16/westerners-support-100-clean-energy-less-oil-drilling-even-in-red-states-boiling-point
A recent study found that 56% of Americans believe extreme weather poses either a "high" or "moderate" risk to their community in the coming ten years. The cost of inaction is increasing with every second of delay. https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2023/02/16/708373.htm
Biden-Harris Administration is providing $262 Million to Improve Access to Jobs, Health Care and across the Rural Partners Network by building new markets and streams of income for farmers and producers using climate-smart food and forestry practices https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2023/02/15/biden-harris-administration-provides-262-million-improve-access
#ActOnClimate https://www.actonclimate.com/climate-wins-here
Transportation Tuesday Guidance - click through for suggested guidance
In the states:
Georgia
What to say:
Georgia is #winning because of the EV manufacturing investments made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act. #ClimateFriday
https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2023/02/09/georgia-clean-energy-investment-tops-nation.html
Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, Georgia is becoming an auto industry hub. It just goes to show that when the #ClimateWins, #GA wins too. #ClimateFriday
https://www.americanprogressaction.org/article/bidens-economic-investments-are-yielding-a-surge-in-american-auto-manufacturing/
Here’s another ripple effect from climate investments in the Inflation Reduction Act. Thanks to the new law, EV manufacturing is picking up in #GA. Now, the port is expanding to handle all the new EV shipments coming out of the state. This is how the #ClimateWins in #GA.
https://www.gpb.org/news/2023/02/15/georgia-us-agency-sign-expansion-plan-for-brunswick-harbor
Nearly 17,000 clean energy jobs have been announced in Georgia since President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act! When the #ClimateWins, workers win in #GA.
https://www.route-fifty.com/infrastructure/2023/02/states-gaining-most-clean-energy-jobs/382632/
Toxic coal ash is contaminating water in #GA, already claiming one young girl’s life. We cannot lose our youth to #climatechange. We need #SolutionsForPollution. https://energynews.us/newsletter/georgia-residents-lawsuit-blames-coal-ash-for-daughters-death/
Pennsylvania
What to say:
We need more #SolutionsForPollution to protect our air and our health from dangerous pollution like leaking & abandoned wells.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/environment-and-energy/orphan-well-cleanup-in-pennsylvania-underscores-enormity-of-task
Friendly reminder that polluting is not the way. We need #SolutionsForPollution to hold Big Oil accountable. #ClimateFriday. https://insideclimatenews.org/news/03022023/pennsylvania-petrochemical-plant-shell-emissions-violations/
Higher temperatures, longer periods of drought, and heavier rain events with higher flood volumes are creating harmful conditions for drinking water for private well owners in #PA. http://www.paenvironmentdigest.com/newsletter/default.asp?NewsletterArticleID=57365&SubjectID=
Arizona
What to say:
7 in 10 voters in western states support 100% #CleanEnergy and less oil drilling. #ClimateFriday https://www.latimes.com/environment/newsletter/2023-02-16/westerners-support-100-clean-energy-less-oil-drilling-even-in-red-states-boiling-point
❌🧢❌🧢 #ClimateFriday
https://azcapitoltimes.com/news/2023/02/10/want-to-bring-more-jobs-to-arizona-invest-in-ev-manufacturing/
“Most of the jobs are located in #ARIZONA, Georgia, Michigan, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.” That’s right! Workers in #AZ are winning, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. #ClimateFriday
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/02/07/inflation-reduction-act-which-states-have-most-new-green-jobs-so-far.html
"The fact of the matter is that #AZ is ground zero for the climate crisis, and there’s nothing that illustrates this better than the rapidly declining water levels at Lake Mead and Lake Powell," #SollutionsForPollution in #AZ can't wait any longer https://kjzz.org/content/1838126/environmental-groups-gather-arizona-capitol-lay-out-goals-state-lawmakers
A 20-year megadrought of the Colorado River is causing wildfires, shortages & hurting wildlife in #AZ. Water sustainability must be priority for #AZ lawmakers this #ClimateFriday https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-environment/2023/02/06/water-climate-change-top-legislative-issues-for-sierra-club-activists/69867150007/
As #AZ’s water supply dwindles due to #climatechange, scientists at ASU are using research and technology to expand hydrosystems in the state that can last for decades! #SolutionsForPollution https://news.asu.edu/20230202-new-asu-center-help-make-better-water-decisions-faster
Michigan
What to say:
"Clean energy research firm RMI says Michigan could attract $26 billion in green energy investments if it takes full advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act...the state could also create 34,000 new clean energy jobs." Now that's a #ClimateFriday win! https://www.michiganradio.org/environment-climate-change/2023-02-19/climate-researchers-michigan-set-for-economic-boom-due-to-inflation-reduction-act
More manufacturing jobs are coming to Michigan, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act! #ClimateFriday #ClimateWins
https://www.americanprogressaction.org/article/bidens-economic-investments-are-yielding-a-surge-in-american-auto-manufacturing/
Another day, another announcement of clean energy jobs coming to Michigan. It’s a manufacturing renaissance made possible by the #InflationReductionAct. #ClimateWins #MI #ClimateFriday
https://www.engadget.com/ford-reportedly-plans-to-build-a-35-billion-ev-battery-plant-in-michigan-213730306.html
A warmer Lake Michigan could mean fish kills & dangerous algae blooms. It’s yet another reason why we need #SolutionsForPollution to prevent the worst impacts of climate change.
https://www.newsweek.com/lake-michigan-too-hot-cracks-1779838
Friendly reminder on #ClimateFriday that the cost of inaction is increasing every day. Case in point:
https://www.greatlakesnow.org/2023/02/mi-oh-spend-hundreds-millions-annually-curb-toxic-blooms-lake-erie/
“Michigan's grid is becoming increasingly vulnerable to the extreme weather that comes with #ClimateChange.” Yes, you can chalk up your power outages to Climate Change. #ClimateFriday
https://www.greenmatters.com/news/michigan-power-outages
“Most of the jobs are located in Arizona, Georgia, #MICHIGAN, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.” That’s right! Michigan workers are winning, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. #ClimateFriday
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/02/07/inflation-reduction-act-which-states-have-most-new-green-jobs-so-far.html
#ClimateChange is already having real effects on Michiganders. Monthly snowstorms followed by warm temperatures means inconsistent ski hill conditions. On the current trajectory, #MI can expect warmer and wetter winters. We need #SolutionsForPollution now. https://www.mlive.com/public-interest/2023/02/unpredictable-winters-are-here-to-stay-how-will-michigan-ski-resorts-adapt.html
#ClimateChange is causing unseasonably warm temperatures in cities like Ann Arbor, MI. Even though a mild winter may be enjoyable for some, it’s a symptom of a larger problem that’s getting out of hand. https://www.michigandaily.com/research/ann-arbor-sees-decade-high-temperatures-in-january-2023/
#MI lawmakers want to declare water a human right. Codifying the right to water is a step in the right direction. All communities have a right to secure access to clean, drinkable water. We need #SolutionsForPollution now. https://www.greatlakesnow.org/2023/02/right-to-water-2023-michigan-ends-shutoffs/
Fighting #climatechange means fighting inequity too. #MI has received $5.1 billion in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which has brought high-speed affordable internet access to more than 552,000 households in the state. https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Michigan-Fact-Sheet-E3.pdf
Wisconsin
What to say:
$255 MILLION in solar investments are coming to Wisconsin. #ClimateFriday
https://www.milwaukeeindependent.com/syndicated/federal-funding-help-wisconsin-communities-boost-investments-solar-clean-energy-solutions/
The Inflation Reduction Act is lowering energy costs for Wisconsin families while also investing in clean energy and creating thousands of green jobs in our state. Read more @CapTimes
https://captimes.com/opinion/guest-columns/opinion-bidens-climate-policies-delivering-for-wisconsin/article_7c3faedf-7a35-5c78-bbfe-17e7a637decb.html
Renewable energy is creating another income stream for Wisconsin’s farmers. Count that as a #ClimateWin. #ClimateFriday
https://www.hngnews.com/deforest_times/news/business/wisconsin-s-renewable-energy-wave-is-prompting-some-farmers-to-lease-land-for-fields-of/article_4e8d920e-a729-11ed-8a4e-e3c30c85f89f.html
#DYK that because of warming temperatures, the ice fishing season in #Wisconsin is about 24 days shorter than it was in the 1970s? #SolutionsForPolution are needed now so our ice fishers can get the best possible catch 🎣 https://www.plymouth-review.com/articles/on-thin-ice-lake-data-paints-clear-picture-of-wisconsins-changing-winter-climate/
The #Wisconsin Energy Institute gathered researchers and industry leaders to discuss ways to meet the growing demand for alternatives to petroleum-based fuel and other chemicals. A great #ClimateFriday read: https://www.channel3000.com/news/wisconsin-energy-institute-discusses-ways-to-reduce-carbon-emissions-in-aviation/article_da38af84-a35d-11ed-a855-cf0f6bd5618d.html
The Nature Conservancy is adapting their forest management at Caroline Lake Preserve in Iron County, #WI, to keep these forests healthy & productive in the face of climate change. More folks able to enjoy this beautiful scenery? That’s a #ClimateFriday win! https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/united-states/wisconsin/stories-in-wisconsin/managing-northwoods-forests-for-climate-change/
#ClimateChange is expected to worsen in #WI, with 200,000 Wisconsinites already vulnerable to severe flooding and 130,000 to extreme heat. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is working to combat climate change in Wisconsin and all over the U.S. https://captimes.com/opinion/guest-columns/opinion-bidens-climate-policies-delivering-for-wisconsin/article_7c3faedf-7a35-5c78-bbfe-17e7a637decb.html
Nevada
What to say:
.@ClarkCountySch is getting 25 new electric school buses, ensuring cleaner air for our students & the neighborhoods that these buses drive through -- a major #ClimateFriday win for the clean energy movement in #NV!
Electric vehicle investments made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act are bringing thousands of manufacturing, mining, and construction jobs to #NV. When the #ClimateWins, Nevada wins. #ClimateFriday
https://www.americanprogressaction.org/article/bidens-economic-investments-are-yielding-a-surge-in-american-auto-manufacturing/
7 in 10 voters in western states support 100% #CleanEnergy and less oil drilling. #ClimateFriday
https://www.latimes.com/environment/newsletter/2023-02-16/westerners-support-100-clean-energy-less-oil-drilling-even-in-red-states-boiling-point
This project will create thousand of jobs in #NV. Count that as a #ClimateWin! #Climate Friday https://www.kolotv.com/2023/02/09/nevada-based-company-gets-2-billion-loan-ev-battery-production/
