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PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states.BETTER BUILDINGS NY
For Health, Jobs, & Climate Justice To address the climate crisis, we need to dramatically reduce our overall greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions are produced by the burning of fossil fuels such as oil, gas, and coal, and contribute to global warming. In 2019, New York State passed the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act,SONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploited FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New York PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states.BETTER BUILDINGS NY
For Health, Jobs, & Climate Justice To address the climate crisis, we need to dramatically reduce our overall greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions are produced by the burning of fossil fuels such as oil, gas, and coal, and contribute to global warming. In 2019, New York State passed the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act,SONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploited FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and2021 POLICY AGENDA
WE ACT for Environmental Justice is engaged in public policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal levels. Below is our 2021 policy agenda, outlining the key campaigns and initiatives we are pursuing this year: Download WE ACT’s 2021 Policy Agenda (English SPRING & SUMMER 2021 EHJLT PROGRAM Spring & Summer 2021 EHJLT Program. We created our award-winning Environmental Health and Justice Leadership Training (EHJLT) program in 2002 to help develop leaders who can advocate on behalf of their community. You can learn more about the program, which is WE ACT CELEBRATES NEW YORK CITY MAYOR'S FOSSIL FUEL BAN WE ACT CELEBRATES MAYOR DE BLASIO’S NEW YORK CITY FOSSIL FUEL BAN Prohibiting Natural Gas and Oil Connections in New Construction Will Reduce Air Pollution, Slow Climate Change, and Pave the Way for Renewable Energy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org NEW YORK CITY — On behalf of PUBLIC GREEN SPACES: RACISM, HEAT, AND BARRIERS TO ACCESS Equitable access to public green spaces is a critical component of both social and environmental justice. The health and well-being of the most vulnerable populations in NYC depend on it. This is not lost on City officials, undoubtedly due to the hard work and organizing of grassroots community efforts. Launched in 2017, the Cool NeighborhoodsSOLAR UPTOWN NOW
You can learn more below: Watch WE ACT’s Deputy Director and Director of Policy Initiatives Cecil Corbin-Mark explain the program on ABC Channel 7’s Here and Now. If you are interested in learning more about the program, please contact Charles Callaway at charles@weact.org or 212-961-1000, ext. 309. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
HOW WE CAN USE CLIMATE ACTION PLANNING TO BEAT THE HEAT In summer 2016, our planet experienced record-breaking temperatures, accompanied by some of the most intense heat waves in recorded history. During the month of June, cities in many parts of the southwestern United States – including Burbank and Death Valley, California – experienced temperatures 10-20ºF hotter than average(109-126ºF).
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New York PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states.BETTER BUILDINGS NY
For Health, Jobs, & Climate Justice To address the climate crisis, we need to dramatically reduce our overall greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions are produced by the burning of fossil fuels such as oil, gas, and coal, and contribute to global warming. In 2019, New York State passed the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act,SONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploited FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New York PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states.BETTER BUILDINGS NY
For Health, Jobs, & Climate Justice To address the climate crisis, we need to dramatically reduce our overall greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions are produced by the burning of fossil fuels such as oil, gas, and coal, and contribute to global warming. In 2019, New York State passed the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act,SONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploited FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and2021 POLICY AGENDA
WE ACT for Environmental Justice is engaged in public policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal levels. Below is our 2021 policy agenda, outlining the key campaigns and initiatives we are pursuing this year: Download WE ACT’s 2021 Policy Agenda (English SPRING & SUMMER 2021 EHJLT PROGRAM Spring & Summer 2021 EHJLT Program. We created our award-winning Environmental Health and Justice Leadership Training (EHJLT) program in 2002 to help develop leaders who can advocate on behalf of their community. You can learn more about the program, which is WE ACT CELEBRATES NEW YORK CITY MAYOR'S FOSSIL FUEL BAN WE ACT CELEBRATES MAYOR DE BLASIO’S NEW YORK CITY FOSSIL FUEL BAN Prohibiting Natural Gas and Oil Connections in New Construction Will Reduce Air Pollution, Slow Climate Change, and Pave the Way for Renewable Energy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org NEW YORK CITY — On behalf of PUBLIC GREEN SPACES: RACISM, HEAT, AND BARRIERS TO ACCESS Equitable access to public green spaces is a critical component of both social and environmental justice. The health and well-being of the most vulnerable populations in NYC depend on it. This is not lost on City officials, undoubtedly due to the hard work and organizing of grassroots community efforts. Launched in 2017, the Cool NeighborhoodsSOLAR UPTOWN NOW
You can learn more below: Watch WE ACT’s Deputy Director and Director of Policy Initiatives Cecil Corbin-Mark explain the program on ABC Channel 7’s Here and Now. If you are interested in learning more about the program, please contact Charles Callaway at charles@weact.org or 212-961-1000, ext. 309. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
HOW WE CAN USE CLIMATE ACTION PLANNING TO BEAT THE HEAT In summer 2016, our planet experienced record-breaking temperatures, accompanied by some of the most intense heat waves in recorded history. During the month of June, cities in many parts of the southwestern United States – including Burbank and Death Valley, California – experienced temperatures 10-20ºF hotter than average(109-126ºF).
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns.CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION2021 POLICY AGENDA
WE ACT for Environmental Justice is engaged in public policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal levels. Below is our 2021 policy agenda, outlining the key campaigns and initiatives we are pursuing this year: Download WE ACT’s 2021 Policy Agenda (EnglishSONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan.PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploited ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns.CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION2021 POLICY AGENDA
WE ACT for Environmental Justice is engaged in public policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal levels. Below is our 2021 policy agenda, outlining the key campaigns and initiatives we are pursuing this year: Download WE ACT’s 2021 Policy Agenda (EnglishSONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan.PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploited ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New York PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PUBLIC GREEN SPACES: RACISM, HEAT, AND BARRIERS TO ACCESS Equitable access to public green spaces is a critical component of both social and environmental justice. The health and well-being of the most vulnerable populations in NYC depend on it. This is not lost on City officials, undoubtedly due to the hard work and organizing of grassroots community efforts. Launched in 2017, the Cool Neighborhoods WE ACT CELEBRATES NEW YORK CITY MAYOR'S FOSSIL FUEL BAN WE ACT CELEBRATES MAYOR DE BLASIO’S NEW YORK CITY FOSSIL FUEL BAN Prohibiting Natural Gas and Oil Connections in New Construction Will Reduce Air Pollution, Slow Climate Change, and Pave the Way for Renewable Energy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org NEW YORK CITY — On behalf ofSOLAR UPTOWN NOW
You can learn more below: Watch WE ACT’s Deputy Director and Director of Policy Initiatives Cecil Corbin-Mark explain the program on ABC Channel 7’s Here and Now. If you are interested in learning more about the program, please contact Charles Callaway at charles@weact.org or 212-961-1000, ext. 309.BETTER BUILDINGS NY
For Health, Jobs, & Climate Justice To address the climate crisis, we need to dramatically reduce our overall greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions are produced by the burning of fossil fuels such as oil, gas, and coal, and contribute to global warming. In 2019, New York State passed the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act,DANA JOHNSON
Dana Johnson. First Name Dana. Last Name Johnson. Organization WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Title Director of the Federal Policy Office. Email dana@weact.org. Phone 202-548-4585. Location Washington, D.C. Dana is an innovative leader with nearly 20 years of FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
CITY COUNCIL PASSES BILL TO PROTECT TENANTS FROM ASTHMA City Council Passes Bill to Protect Tenants from Mold and Pests. For Immediate Release. December 19, 2017. Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, communications@weact.org. NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Council voted today to pass the Asthma-Free Housing Act (Intro385C), a bill that allows renters to live safely in homes freeof
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns. THE LATEST | WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Press Room. WE ACT is a leading environmental health and justice watchdog in the United States. We have two offices in Harlem, NYC and Washington, D.C. For all media inquiries, please contact our communications team (communications@weact.org) and sign up for ournews. Read More.
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New YorkPEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.SONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploited ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns. THE LATEST | WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Press Room. WE ACT is a leading environmental health and justice watchdog in the United States. We have two offices in Harlem, NYC and Washington, D.C. For all media inquiries, please contact our communications team (communications@weact.org) and sign up for ournews. Read More.
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New YorkPEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.SONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploited ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
THE LATEST | WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Press Room. WE ACT is a leading environmental health and justice watchdog in the United States. We have two offices in Harlem, NYC and Washington, D.C. For all media inquiries, please contact our communications team (communications@weact.org) and sign up for ournews. Read More.
CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and2021 POLICY AGENDA
WE ACT for Environmental Justice is engaged in public policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal levels. Below is our 2021 policy agenda, outlining the key campaigns and initiatives we are pursuing this year: Download WE ACT’s 2021 Policy Agenda (EnglishBETTER BUILDINGS NY
For Health, Jobs, & Climate Justice To address the climate crisis, we need to dramatically reduce our overall greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions are produced by the burning of fossil fuels such as oil, gas, and coal, and contribute to global warming. In 2019, New York State passed the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act,SOLAR UPTOWN NOW
You can learn more below: Watch WE ACT’s Deputy Director and Director of Policy Initiatives Cecil Corbin-Mark explain the program on ABC Channel 7’s Here and Now. If you are interested in learning more about the program, please contact Charles Callaway at charles@weact.org or 212-961-1000, ext. 309. NYCHA HEALTHY HOMES CAMPAIGN What is a Healthy Home? According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, a healthy home is housing that is designed, constructed, maintained, and rehabilitated in a manner that is conducive to good occupant health.At WE ACT, we often engage with healthy homes topics as they relate to lead, mold, or other indoor environmental health issues. For us a healthy home also includes other aspectsDANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. WE ACT IN WASHINGTON, DC The latest news from our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC. Peggy Shepard Opens Climate Town Hall As WE ACT becomes an increasingly recognized and sought-after voice in Washington, Peggy Shepard was asked to provide the opening remarks for Climate Town Hall with U.S. Representative Kathy Castor, Chair of the U.S. House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis, which called for robust ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
HOW WE CAN USE CLIMATE ACTION PLANNING TO BEAT THE HEAT In summer 2016, our planet experienced record-breaking temperatures, accompanied by some of the most intense heat waves in recorded history. During the month of June, cities in many parts of the southwestern United States – including Burbank and Death Valley, California – experienced temperatures 10-20ºF hotter than average(109-126ºF).
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns.CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally. NYCHA HEALTHY HOMES CAMPAIGN What is a Healthy Home? According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, a healthy home is housing that is designed, constructed, maintained, and rehabilitated in a manner that is conducive to good occupant health.At WE ACT, we often engage with healthy homes topics as they relate to lead, mold, or other indoor environmental health issues. For us a healthy home also includes other aspectsSONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns.CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally. NYCHA HEALTHY HOMES CAMPAIGN What is a Healthy Home? According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, a healthy home is housing that is designed, constructed, maintained, and rehabilitated in a manner that is conducive to good occupant health.At WE ACT, we often engage with healthy homes topics as they relate to lead, mold, or other indoor environmental health issues. For us a healthy home also includes other aspectsSONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION Collectively, our environmental educational programming has spanned the past ten years. While traditional understandings of environmental education include studying ecology, food chains and other natural topics, our educational curricula and programming offer explorations at the intersection of traditional education, and environmental health & justice. Our oldest program, Environmental Health2021 POLICY AGENDA
WE ACT for Environmental Justice is engaged in public policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal levels. Below is our 2021 policy agenda, outlining the key campaigns and initiatives we are pursuing this year: Download WE ACT’s 2021 Policy Agenda (English RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New York WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE this nationbuilder website is for we act events & membership only || for the main we act for environmental justice website visitwww.weact.org
SOLAR UPTOWN NOW SERVICES SOLAR WORKERS COOPERATIVE In 2020, Solar Uptown Now Services (SUNS), as the solar cooperative is now called, was focused on finalizing its business plan, establishing itself as a Limited Liability Corporation, and developing a membership manual. SUNS also completed its first installation that year, installing a 200-kW solar farm in Croton, New York. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploitedDANA JOHNSON
Dana Johnson. First Name Dana. Last Name Johnson. Organization WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Title Director of the Federal Policy Office. Email dana@weact.org. Phone 202-548-4585. Location Washington, D.C. Dana is an innovative leader with nearly 20 years of FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
HOW WE CAN USE CLIMATE ACTION PLANNING TO BEAT THE HEAT In summer 2016, our planet experienced record-breaking temperatures, accompanied by some of the most intense heat waves in recorded history. During the month of June, cities in many parts of the southwestern United States – including Burbank and Death Valley, California – experienced temperatures 10-20ºF hotter than average(109-126ºF).
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns.CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally. NYCHA HEALTHY HOMES CAMPAIGN What is a Healthy Home? According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, a healthy home is housing that is designed, constructed, maintained, and rehabilitated in a manner that is conducive to good occupant health.At WE ACT, we often engage with healthy homes topics as they relate to lead, mold, or other indoor environmental health issues. For us a healthy home also includes other aspectsSONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns.CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally. NYCHA HEALTHY HOMES CAMPAIGN What is a Healthy Home? According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, a healthy home is housing that is designed, constructed, maintained, and rehabilitated in a manner that is conducive to good occupant health.At WE ACT, we often engage with healthy homes topics as they relate to lead, mold, or other indoor environmental health issues. For us a healthy home also includes other aspectsSONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION Collectively, our environmental educational programming has spanned the past ten years. While traditional understandings of environmental education include studying ecology, food chains and other natural topics, our educational curricula and programming offer explorations at the intersection of traditional education, and environmental health & justice. Our oldest program, Environmental Health2021 POLICY AGENDA
WE ACT for Environmental Justice is engaged in public policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal levels. Below is our 2021 policy agenda, outlining the key campaigns and initiatives we are pursuing this year: Download WE ACT’s 2021 Policy Agenda (English RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New York WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE this nationbuilder website is for we act events & membership only || for the main we act for environmental justice website visitwww.weact.org
SOLAR UPTOWN NOW SERVICES SOLAR WORKERS COOPERATIVE In 2020, Solar Uptown Now Services (SUNS), as the solar cooperative is now called, was focused on finalizing its business plan, establishing itself as a Limited Liability Corporation, and developing a membership manual. SUNS also completed its first installation that year, installing a 200-kW solar farm in Croton, New York. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploitedDANA JOHNSON
Dana Johnson. First Name Dana. Last Name Johnson. Organization WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Title Director of the Federal Policy Office. Email dana@weact.org. Phone 202-548-4585. Location Washington, D.C. Dana is an innovative leader with nearly 20 years of FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
HOW WE CAN USE CLIMATE ACTION PLANNING TO BEAT THE HEAT In summer 2016, our planet experienced record-breaking temperatures, accompanied by some of the most intense heat waves in recorded history. During the month of June, cities in many parts of the southwestern United States – including Burbank and Death Valley, California – experienced temperatures 10-20ºF hotter than average(109-126ºF).
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns.CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally. NYCHA HEALTHY HOMES CAMPAIGN What is a Healthy Home? According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, a healthy home is housing that is designed, constructed, maintained, and rehabilitated in a manner that is conducive to good occupant health.At WE ACT, we often engage with healthy homes topics as they relate to lead, mold, or other indoor environmental health issues. For us a healthy home also includes other aspectsSONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIESWHO WE AREWHAT WE DOGET INVOLVEDTHE LATESTOUR STORYOUR IMPACT WE ACT envisions a community that has: informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. strong and equal environmental protections. increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns.CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and PFAS - WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are a public health and an environmental concern. The use of PFAS is widespread in the making of products that resist grease, oil, water, and stains – such as non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, raincoats, cosmetics, fire-fighting foam, carpets, foodwrappers, etc. WE
PEGGY SHEPARD
Peggy Shepard is co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice and has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally. NYCHA HEALTHY HOMES CAMPAIGN What is a Healthy Home? According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, a healthy home is housing that is designed, constructed, maintained, and rehabilitated in a manner that is conducive to good occupant health.At WE ACT, we often engage with healthy homes topics as they relate to lead, mold, or other indoor environmental health issues. For us a healthy home also includes other aspectsSONAL JESSEL
Sonal Jessel is the Director of Policy at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. She is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy agenda at the local, state, and national levels, in addition to leading our New York City policy initiatives and the Northern Manhattan Climate Action (NMCA) Plan. ELECTRIC BUSES COME TO HARLEM Next Stop: No Asthma FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2020 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced the expansion of its electric bus program, showcasing its new electric articulated buses that will be operating on the M60 SBSroute traveling
DANIELLE SIMMS
Danielle Simms serves as the National Advocacy Manager at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Based in our Federal Policy Office in Washington, DC, she is responsible for developing and executing impactful and comprehensive advocacy campaigns on behalf of the Environmental Justice Leadership Forum, an alliance of 54 environmental justice organizations based in 22 states. ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their researchagendas.
FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
CURRENT CAMPAIGNS
Hospital Community Benefits. WE ACT for Environmental Justice is working to achieve health equity by creating a bi-directional understanding between hospitals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and community members about how to focus on health prevention and ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE EDUCATION Collectively, our environmental educational programming has spanned the past ten years. While traditional understandings of environmental education include studying ecology, food chains and other natural topics, our educational curricula and programming offer explorations at the intersection of traditional education, and environmental health & justice. Our oldest program, Environmental Health2021 POLICY AGENDA
WE ACT for Environmental Justice is engaged in public policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal levels. Below is our 2021 policy agenda, outlining the key campaigns and initiatives we are pursuing this year: Download WE ACT’s 2021 Policy Agenda (English RENEWABLE RIKERS ACT COULD SERVE AS A MODEL FOR A JUST Creating a Major Source of Renewable Energy for New York City and Green Jobs for Communities Adversely Impacted by Environmental and Criminal Injustice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2021 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-410-1963, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been working to advance the Renewable Rikers Act alongside New York WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE this nationbuilder website is for we act events & membership only || for the main we act for environmental justice website visitwww.weact.org
SOLAR UPTOWN NOW SERVICES SOLAR WORKERS COOPERATIVE In 2020, Solar Uptown Now Services (SUNS), as the solar cooperative is now called, was focused on finalizing its business plan, establishing itself as a Limited Liability Corporation, and developing a membership manual. SUNS also completed its first installation that year, installing a 200-kW solar farm in Croton, New York. 8 WAYS ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THE Research continues to demonstrate that the very same processes that are degrading the Earth and its systems are also exploiting low-income, indigenous, and/or communities of color. Whether it is flooding in Louisiana, lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, or the construction of a pipeline through indigenous peoples’ sacred land lives continue to be jeopardized and exploitedDANA JOHNSON
Dana Johnson. First Name Dana. Last Name Johnson. Organization WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Title Director of the Federal Policy Office. Email dana@weact.org. Phone 202-548-4585. Location Washington, D.C. Dana is an innovative leader with nearly 20 years of FAITH AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT: A FRANCISCAN Therefore, by working to maintain the integrity of all creation—with particular emphasis on the poor, vulnerable, and those least responsible for environmental degradation—Franciscan spirituality lends itself to a focus on environmental and climate justice. Through St. Francis’ commitment to following the convictions of his faith,he
HOW WE CAN USE CLIMATE ACTION PLANNING TO BEAT THE HEAT In summer 2016, our planet experienced record-breaking temperatures, accompanied by some of the most intense heat waves in recorded history. During the month of June, cities in many parts of the southwestern United States – including Burbank and Death Valley, California – experienced temperatures 10-20ºF hotter than average(109-126ºF).
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WE ACT’s mission is to build healthy communities by ensuring that people of color and/or low income residents participate meaningfully in the creation of sound and fair environmental health and protection policies and practices. WE ACT envisions a community that has: * informed and engaged residents who participate fully in decision-making on key issues that impact their health and community. * strong and equal environmental protections. * increased environmental health through community-based participatory research and evidence-based campaigns. SONAL JESSEL OFFERS RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE COMMUNICATIONS DURING EXTREME HEAT EVENTS IN THE NEW YORK TIMES – AUGUST 5, 2020 In an August 5, 2020 article in the New York Times, WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s Policy & Advocacy Coordinator Sonal Jessel offered New York City recommendations on how to improve communications with vulnerable populations during extreme heat events. Read Read More PEGGY SHEPARD TALKS ABOUT DIVERSITY IN THE ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT IN ENSIA – JULY 28, 2020 In a July 28, 2020 article in Ensia, WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s Co-Founder & Executive Director Peggy Shepard discusses the lack of diversity in the mainstream environmental movement and how it impacts grassroots environmental organizations. This article alsoappeared Read More
SONAL JESSEL CALLS FOR ACTION ON HEIGHTENED THREATS OF HEAT & COVID-19 IN GOTHAM GAZETTE OP-ED – JULY 21, 2020 In a July 21, 2020 Op-Ed in the Gotham Gazette, WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s Policy & Advocacy Coordinator Sonal Jessel called for action from New York City & New York State to address the heightened health threats of extreme Read More KERENE TAYLOE ON THE WEAKENING OF NEPA IN THE NEW YORK TIMES – JULY15, 2020
WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s Director of Federal Legislative Affairs Kerene Tayloe was quoted in a July 15, 2020 New York Times article on the Trump administration’s weakening of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), noting that this will impact ReadMore
PEGGY SHEPARD ON THE IMPORTANCE OF NEPA IN THE HILL – JULY 14, 2020 As a result of our virtual press conference on the importance of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s Co-Founder & Executive Director Peggy Shepard was quoted in a July 14, 2020 article in the Hill, Read More PEGGY SHEPARD ON HOW ENVIRONMENTAL RACISM SHAPES ENVIRONMENTAL VIEWS OF PEOPLE OF COLOR IN MORNING CONSULT – JULY 6, 2020 In a July 6, 2020 article in Morning Consult about a recent poll finding that people of color are more concerned about local pollution than their white counterparts, WE ACT’s Co-Founder & Executive Director Peggy Shepard explains how environmental racism has Read More KERENE TAYLOE QUOTED ON OPPOSITION TO CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION NOMINEE IN E&E NEWS – JULY 2, 2020 In a July 2, 2020 article in E&E News, WE ACT’s Director of Federal Legislative Affairs Kerene Tayloe was quoted on our opposition to the the nomination of Nancy Beck to head of the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Read the Read More CECIL CORBIN-MARK TALKS RENEWABLE RIKERS WITH THE NEW REPUBLIC –JUNE 19, 2020
A June 19, 2020 article in The New Republic on the Renewable Rikers plan to turn the jail complex into a solar farm quoted Cecil Corbin-Mark, our Deputy Director and Director of Policy Initiatives, and credited WE ACT for taking Read More TAYLOR MORTON TALKS TO HUFFPOST ABOUT DEVELOPING AN APPRECIATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL & SOCIAL JUSTICE – JUNE 19, 2020 In a June 19, 2020 HuffPost article on the intersection of racism, inequality, & the environment, WE ACT’s Environmental Health and Education Manager Taylor Morton talked about developing an appreciation for environmental and social justice while growing up inthe Read More
PEGGY SHEPARD ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, & RACIAL INEQUITIES FUELING THE RELAUNCH OF THE NBEJN IN THE GUARDIAN – JUNE 18, 2020 In a June 18, 2020 article on the relaunch of the National Black Environmental justice Network (NBEJN) in the Guardian, our Co-Founder and Executive Director Peggy Shepard was quoted on the environmental, health, racial, and other inequities that fueled the Read More PEGGY SHEPARD ON THE RETURN OF THE NBEJN IN THE HILL – JUNE 15, 2020 In a June 15, 2020 article in the Hill, our Co-Founder and Executive Director Peggy Shepard was quoted on the advocacy role of the National Black Environmental Justice Network (NBEJN). The NBEJN relaunched via a virtual press conference that day, Read More PEGGY SHEPARD INTERVIEWED BY CBS ON ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE – JUNE 12,2020
In a June 12, 2020 article on CBSNews.com, our Co-Founder and Executive Director Peggy Shepard was interviewed about the environmental justice movement and why, in this time of COVID-19 and renewed protests for racial justice, it has become even more Read More CECIL CORBIN-MARK URGES ACTION ON CLCPA IN E&E NEWS – JUNE 11, 2020 In a June 11, 2020 article on the status of New York State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, our Deputy Director and Director of Policy Initiatives Cecil Corbin-Mark recognized the budget challenges brought on by COVID-19 but urged for Read More PEGGY SHEPARD DISCUSSES ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT FOR RACIAL JUSTICE IN POLITICO – JUNE 4, 2020 In a June 4, 2020 article in Politico on the support big green groups are offering the protests for racial justice, our Co-Founder & Executive Director Peggy Shepard welcomed statements of support but said that action is what’s really needed. Read More KERENE TAYLOE FOCUSES ON THE IMPORTANCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH IN ADDRESSING COVID-19, CLIMATE CHANGE, & RACIAL INJUSTICE IN GRIST –JUNE 4, 2020
A June 4, 2020 article in Grist shared the views of environmental justice leaders on ways to address the compounded threats of racial injustice, climate change, and COVID-19. Our Director of Federal Legislative Affairs Kerene Tayloe looked at the challenge Read More CECIL CORBIN-MARK DISCUSSES IMPACT OF COVID-19 IN LATINX COMMUNITIES WITH MOMS CLEAN AIR FORCE – MAY 26, 2020 Deputy Director Cecil Corbin-Mark was interviewed by Moms Clean Air Force on the impacts of COVID-19 on the Latinx community for a May 26, 2020 article, in which he discusses the lack of access to healthcare and housing as well Read More PEGGY SHEPARD & JULIE TIGHE CALL FOR PARKS FUNDING IN MANHATTAN TIMES– MAY 20, 2020
As part of the Play Fair for Parks coalition, WE ACT’s Peggy Shepard joined New York League of Conservation Voters President Julie Tighe in writing an Op-Ed on the need for increasing equitable park funding that was published in the Read More PEGGY SHEPARD AND JANE FONDA TALK CLIMATE JUSTICE ON HARPER’S BAZAAR PODCAST – MAY 8, 2020 In November 2019, Peggy Shepard sat down with Jane Fonda for a one-on-one conversation on climate change, climate justice, and social justice at Le Chalet in Saks Fifth Avenue. The event, sponsored by American Express, was recorded for the Read More PATCH REPORTS THE LAUNCH OF WE ACT’S ONLINE EJ LESSONS FOR KIDS –APRIL 20, 2020
In an April 20, 2020 article, Patch reported WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s introduction of free online learning modules designed to teach children about environmental health and justice. Read theArticle Read More
PEGGY SHEPARD PROFILED IN MARIE CLAIRE’S WOMEN FIGHTING TO SAVE THE WORLD – APRIL 13, 2020 Our Co-Founder and Executive Director Peggy Shepard was profiled in the April issue of Marie Claire as one of the Women Fighting to Save the World, which featured female environmental leaders in honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Read More CECIL CORBIN-MARK FEATURED IN INSIDE EPA ARTICLE ON THE CHILD SAFE PRODUCTS ACT – APRIL 8, 2020 WE ACT’s Deputy Director & Director of Policy Initiatives Cecil Corbin-Mark was featured in an April 8, 2020 article in Inside EPA on New York State’s Child Safe Products Act, which was signed into law earlier this year. Corbin-Mark, who Read More KERENE TAYLOE DEFENDS NEPA IN BLAVITY OP-ED – MARCH 6, 2020 WE ACT’s Director of Federal Legislative Affairs Kerene N. Tayloe, Esq. wrote an Op-Ed in Blavity on March 6, 2020 urging readers to voice their opposition to the proposed rollbacks to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Read the Op-Ed Read More PEGGY SHEPARD CO-AUTHORED NEPA OP-ED IN THE HILL – FEBRUARY 25, 2020 Peggy Shepard, Co-Founder and Executive Director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice, and Christy Goldfuss, Senior Vice President for Energy and Environment Policy at the Center for American Progress, co-authored an Op-Ed in the Hill on February 25, 2020 making Read More PEGGY SHEPARD IN THE HUFFINGTON POST – MARCH 8, 2019 On March 3, 2019, WE ACT’s Co-Founder & Executive Director Peggy Shepard was featured in a Huffington Post article for International Women’s Day celebrating “8 Women Making the World A Better Place.” Read the Article Read More SOLAR UPTOWN NOW ON ABC’S HERE AND NOW – FEBRUARY 3, 2019 WE ACT’s Deputy Director and Director of Policy Initiatives Cecil Corbin-Mark appeared on ABC Channel 7’s Here and Now on Feb. 3rd, 2019 discussing our Solar Uptown Now program, which is putting rooftop solar on affordable housing in Harlem and training Read MoreSTAY UP TO DATE
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