Mothers Out Front

When it comes to health, solar energy does more than just protect us from immediate pollutants. By reducing our reliance on fossil fuels, solar energy can help tackle the larger, more insidious health risks associated with climate change. As the global climate warms, we face an increase in extreme weather events like heat waves, wildfires, and floods—all of which have devastating consequences for public health.

Ever wondered how solar panels power your home? You’re not alone. Understanding solar might sound complicated, but the basics are surprisingly simple. In a nutshell, solar panels capture energy from sunlight and turn it into electricity.

Our Power, Our Planet — Mothers Defending Climate Progress This Earth Day, we are honoring 55 years of climate action and environmental progress. In 1970, mothers, fathers, students, teachers, neighbors, and families took to the streets for the very first Earth Day. Growing concerns over air and water pollution motivated them to mobilize and take