Campaign Win: Electric School Buses in Northern Westchester
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Massachusetts Passes Climate Bill: A Victory for Renewable Energy and Climate Justice
On Thursday, November 14, the Massachusetts House of Representatives voted to pass their transformative climate bill by 125 to 17. The bill addresses critical barriers to achieving the state’s climate goals and introduces powerful tools to advance climate justice, renewable energy development, and clean transportation. Prioritizing Short-Term Gas Pipeline Repairs Mothers Out Front Massachusetts (MA)
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Mothers Out Front New York Creates Space for Moms and Caregivers During Climate Week NYC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 27, 2024 Contact: Kia Smith, kia.smith@mothersoutfront.org Bella Cockerell, bella.cockerell@mothersoutfront.org Mothers Out Front New York Creates Space for Moms and Caregivers During Climate Week NYC NEW YORK (September 27, 2024) – Last week, Mothers Out Front New York hosted over 90 mothers, caregivers and others at two events during Climate Week NYC.
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Over 250 Schools and Playgrounds Near Gas Leaks in Boston and Chelsea: Mothers Out Front, Conservation Law Foundation and Others Sue National Grid for Gas Leaks, Violating Federal and State Laws
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 13, 2024 Contact: Kia Smith, kia.smith@mothersoutfront.org Over 250 Schools and Playgrounds Near Gas Leaks in Boston and Chelsea: Mothers Out Front, Conservation Law Foundation and Others Sue National Grid for Gas Leaks, Violating Federal and State Laws “Dangerous and potentially explosive gas is actively leaking near 258 schools and playgrounds in
More Electric School Buses Coming to Croton-on-Hudson Advocacy by Northern Westchester Mothers Out Front team continues to pay off
In May of 2024, Croton Harmon school district voters approved the purchase of an electric school bus. This will be the fifth electric school bus purchased by the district. Croton Harmon was one of the first school districts in New York State to go electric, thanks in large part to the work of the Northern
Moms celebrate $1 million award for Electric School Buses in Tarrytown school district.
On May 31, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded $96 million to New York State schools through its Clean School Bus Rebate Program to replace more than 350 existing fossil fuel buses with clean, electric buses. The Union Free School District of the Tarrytowns, located in Tarrytown, NY, was awarded $1.02 million
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Voices at the Intersection: Liz Phebus
Recently, we had the privilege of interviewing Liz Phebus a member of Mothers Out Front Pueblo, Colorado about the importance of LGBTQIA+ representation in the climate justice space. Liz joined Mothers Out Front to make a tangible impact in her community. Initially drawn by her involvement with Clean Air Pueblo and No Nuclear Pueblo; groups
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Voices at the Intersection: Valinda Chan
Recently, Julie Mowrey our Digital Media Manager had the privilege of speaking with Valinda Chan about the importance of AAPI representation in the climate justice space. Growing up Valinda witnessed the disproportionate impacts of air pollution, housing displacement, and food insecurity. Today living in East Boston, Valinda sees similar issues facing their family’s community. Valinda is a
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Mothers Out Front Statement on Climate In-Action of the New York Legislature
For immediate release: June 10, 2024 Contact: Kia Smith, kia.smith@mothersoutfront.org Jorge Defendini, jorge.defendini@mothersoutfront.org Mothers Out Front Statement on Climate In-Action of the New York Legislature As moms and caregivers, we know that every year that goes by without meaningful climate action directly impacts our children’s lives and future…While we are thrilled that the Legislature passed
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Mothers Out Front Celebrates $900M in EPA Electric School Bus Rebate Awards for 530 School Districts to Purchase 3200 Zero Emission Buses
For immediate release: June 6, 2024 Contact: Kia Smith, kia.smith@mothersoutfront.org Mothers Out Front Celebrates $900M in EPA Electric School Bus Rebate Awards for 530 School Districts to Purchase 3200 Zero Emission Buses “The recent success in New York State clearly shows that parents want this shift to electric school buses. It’s a powerful message that