Pennsylvania was promised a petrochemical renaissance. But rather than boost the economy, the industry has poured pollution into communities instead. This is a finding of a report out today by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA). Read the report: buff.ly/dY0bTiG

Pennsylvania invested substantial government funding and tax credits into an international corporation's petrochemical project—the Shell Polymers Monaca plant—in an attempt to help launch a “petrochemical renaissance” in the state. It didn't work. New: buff.ly/x3zeylY

A coalition of advocacy groups is hosting a statewide day of action in Harrisburg on June 23 to call for a pause on new data center development in PA. The rally aims to send a clear message to Gov. Shapiro: Pennsylvania is not for sale to big tech. 👉 Register to attend: buff.ly/p7wqkB3

Overnight I-95 Construction 🌙 Starting at 9PM tonight, a lane will be closed on southbound I-95 between Broad St (Route 611) and Enterprise Avenue. Starting at midnight, a second lane will be closed until 5AM. More info on the project can be found at 95Revive.com

Air pollution doesn't just affect your lungs. It may also affect your brain. On a Penn Memory Center’s podcast, The Age of Aging, Clean Air Council advocate Russell Zerbo joined researchers to discuss what this science means for Philly. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts: buff.ly/lG41c2x

Overnight I-95 Construction 🌙 🚧 Tuesday 6/2, and Wednesday 6/3, a single lane closure will be in place at 9PM, followed by a double lane closure from Midnight to 5AM on northbound I-95 between Enterprise Avenue and Broad Street (Route 611). More info on the project can be found at 95Revive.com

I-95 Construction Update 🚧 Tomorrow, Monday 6/1, and Thursday 6/4, a single lane will be closed at 9PM, followed by a double lane closure from Midnight to 5AM on southbound I-95 between Broad Street (Route 611) and Enterprise Avenue. More info on the project can be found at 95Revive.com

Overnight I-95 Closure 🌙 🚧 Tonight, from 8 PM to 9 AM, a single lane closure will be in place, followed by a double lane closure from 10 PM to 7 AM on northbound I-95 between Enterprise Avenue and Broad Street (Route 611). More info about the project can be found at 95Revive.com

Pennsylvanians across the state have been speaking up about climate change, air quality, extreme weather, and the future they want for their communities. Your voice belongs in the conversation! Register for the final sessions: bit.ly/PAClimateCon...

Overnight Double Lane Closures on I-95 🚧 From 8PM to 5AM, two lanes at Bridge St and Cottman Ave interchanges will be closed to northbound traffic, and the Bridge St ramp to I-95 N will be detoured. More info at 95Revive.com

Tomorrow, join Clean Air Council, local advocates, faith leaders, clean energy supporters, and U.S. Reps Mary Gay Scanlon and Madeleine Dean to show support for the Energy Bills Relief Act (EBRA). Bring your own signs or hold one of ours! Read more about EBRA: buff.ly/keocxI1

Philadelphia Gas Works is beginning public meetings on how it plans to reduce climate pollution and comply with Philadelphia’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. The first virtual community meeting is: 📅 Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. ➡️ Register: buff.ly/ivrL9ol

Art has a way of making people stop, look closer, and think differently about the world around them. That’s exactly what happened last week at Clean Air Council’s first-ever art show. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this celebration of local artists and environmental storytelling.

⚠️ Congress just introduced legislation that would weaken Clean Air Act protections for some of the country’s leakiest oil and gas wells. Tell Congress: Oppose this bill and support a clean environment. Contact your reps: buff.ly/8CMMqaq

The city budget is expected to pass in June, and without permanent funding, trail maintenance across Philadelphia could be cut back just as demand for these spaces continues to grow. Without long-term investment, that progress is at risk. Take action: buff.ly/Djan1B5

Climate change can affect our mental health. During May — Mental Health Awareness Month — it’s important to remember that these feelings are real and increasingly common. Community support & collective action can build climate resilience. Read the research: buff.ly/EazrKVL

HAPPENING TONIGHT: Clean Air Council’s first-ever environmental art show, “Reflections on our Endangered Environment,” takes place tonight! There are still a limited number of pay-what-you-can tickets available thanks to a generous supporter. Claim your ticket before they’re gone: buff.ly/kdd5UNJ

💰 Marcus Hook residents: Earn a $100 gift card while helping monitor air quality in your community! Clean Air Council is looking for residents to host an outdoor Purple Air monitor and VOC sensor at their home, business, place of worship, or organization. ➡️ Interested? Email [email protected].

Exciting news: Clean Air Council’s first-ever art show is this Thursday, and we have a limited number of pay-what-you-can tickets, thanks to a generous supporter! Take advantage of this pay-what-you-can offer before they’re gone. We look forward to seeing you there! Get your ticket: buff.ly/kdd5UNJ

After last week's PA DEP public hearing on the proposed Homer City pipeline project, Indiana County residents & environmental advocates are continuing to push for accountability as the permitting process moves forward. Get updates: concernedresidentsofwesternpa.com. Aerial photo credit: FracTracker

I-95 RAMP TO/FROM FRONT STREET CLOSURE CONTINUES 🚧 REMINDER: The ramps to & from Front St to north and southbound I-95 in South Philadelphia will be closed and detoured until Thursday, May 21, to allow crews to complete the ramp improvements.

We urge governor.pa.gov to meet with Concerned Residents of Western PA to listen to their concerns. Reach them: concernedresidentsofwesternpa.com/

Read this great piece from Earthworks Action! earthworks.org/blog/lessons...

We're thrilled that Baltimore City Council passed a citywide moratorium on new data centers. This is one step closer to shifting the status quo of prioritizing profit over people!

Indiana County residents showed up yesterday to oppose a 5.8-mile pipeline tied to the proposed Homer City AI data center project. The pipeline would supply gas to a proposed 4.5 gigawatt gas-fired power plant at the site of the former Homer City coal plant. Read more: buff.ly/zUoNrwq

NEW: Clean Air Council Executive Director Alex Bomstein has a new op-ed in @thephilacitizen.bsky.social on why Philly needs a real plan for electrification and how PGW should help lead the transition instead of standing in the way. Read the op-ed: buff.ly/Aaq31NC

We spoke with artist Deirdre Murphy about how science, ecology, and time spent outdoors shape her work. We hope you’ll join us on May 21! 🎨 Reflections on our Endangered Environment: A Clean Air Council Art Show 📍Philadelphia Ethical Society 📅 May 21 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 🎟️ Tickets: buff.ly/U2B1kMq

I-95 RAMP TO/FROM FRONT STREET CLOSURE CONTINUES 🚧 The ramps to & from Front St to north and southbound I-95 in South Philadelphia will be closed and detoured Monday, 5/11, to Thursday, 5/21, to allow crews to complete the ramp improvements.

After the 2018 fire at U.S. Steel’s Clairton Coke Works exposed Mon Valley communities to unhealthy air, Clean Air Council helped secure a $5 million settlement. Today, that funding is being reinvested in the community. More: buff.ly/ZR2GrKG

Trails don’t stay safe and accessible on their own. A grant is helping fund trail maintenance crews & Phila City Council has the chance to create permanent support before that funding disappears. Tell City leaders to invest in safer, cleaner, greener trails for everyone. Take action: buff.ly/wcTJoix

It’s International Compost Awareness Week! We’re celebrating by giving away FREE compost supplies in Allegheny County. Do you live in Swissvale, Braddock, North Braddock, or Clairton? Get your compost bin, bucket, scale, and more on us! Sign up: [email protected].

Clean Air Council along with local elected officials, healthcare professionals & Philadelphians living with asthma came together for #WorldAsthmaDay to call for stronger protections against air pollution. To become part of the solution, consider becoming a Clean Air Council member: buff.ly/abGPSiq

We stand with Citizens to Save the Allegheny Mountain in the fight against the proposed PA Turnpike expansion known as the Gray Cut. If approved, it would cut through one of PA's most biodiverse regions, threatening wildlife, polluting water & disrupting communities. savealleghenymountain.com

On Tuesday — World Asthma Day — we’re gathering at Phila. City Hall to demand stronger clean air protections & we need people affected by asthma to stand with us. If you have asthma, love someone who does, or want cleaner air, join us to hold signs (we will provide them!) and show what’s at stake.

What does an endangered environment look like? Join us May 21 for Reflections on our Endangered Environment, Clean Air Council’s first-ever art show. Enjoy an evening of art, a silent auction, and drinks, all while supporting the fight for a healthy environment for all. Tickets: buff.ly/Jtbdblf

📣 Calling all Marcus Hook residents! We're looing for residents near Market Square Memorial Park to host outdoor Purple Air monitors and VOC sensors. You will receive a $100 gift card as a thank you. Please email [email protected] if you're interested.

Yesterday, Pennsylvania announced $267 million in funding to reduce industrial pollution through the RISE PA program. A lot of this is real progress, but not every project moves us forward. More than $31 million is going toward projects that keep us tied to fossil fuels. More: buff.ly/AkdOThO

Join Clean Air Council, Conservation Voters of PA, and PennFuture in Harrisburg on Monday, May 4 to meet with lawmakers & champion pro‑environment solutions. We’ll provide all the training, talking points, and logistics. You just need to bring your voice. Register here: buff.ly/zSsEtAt

Philadelphia’s 80+ miles of trails are some of the safest public spaces in our city. That safety depends on consistent maintenance. Right now, a temporary grant is funding a small crew, but without permanent funding, that progress could disappear.🌿 Take action: buff.ly/oblUKfC

For Lois Bower Bjornson, a Clean Air Council staff member, living in Washington County means living with fracking. Her home is encircled by drilling sites and infrastructure, impacting air quality and her family’s health. Read her story: buff.ly/yYDvKXU

🚨 RESCHEDULED EVENT: Join us for Celebrate Trails Day at Cobbs Creek on SUNDAY! Due to rain, this fun, free, family-friendly event at Cobbs Creek Park is now happening Sunday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We hope to see you there! ➡️ Learn more: buff.ly/Gs8Drh9

Today, on Earth Day, Governor Shapiro gave aging coal plants a lifeline, and President Trump is celebrating this decision. Read more: buff.ly/ZspwjjF

Lane Closures Overnight on I-95 🌙 Wednesday 4/22, through Friday 4/24, a single lane will be closed at 9 p.m., followed by a double lane closure from 12 a.m. (midnight) to 5 a.m. on southbound I-95 between Broad Street (Route 611) and Enterprise Avenue. More info can be found at 95Revive.com

🌎 🏃‍♀️ This Earth Day, we’re sharing a few podcasts that make it easy to dig into climate, pollution, environmental justice, and sustainable living. Whether you’re brand new to these issues or just want a few good listens, this is a great place to start. Read more: buff.ly/CBvNqDu

🍿 🌎 Looking for something to watch this Earth Day? We’re sharing a few movies and documentaries that can help you learn more about pollution, climate, environmental justice, and the people fighting for change. Read more: buff.ly/CBvNqDu

📚 🌎 Today is Earth Day, and we’re sharing a few books. films, and podcasts that can help you build your knowledge. First up, books! From classic reads to newer favorites, these books explore climate, conservation, justice, public health, and our connection to the natural world More: buff.ly/CBvNqDu

Join Clean Air Council, Conservation Voters of PA, and PennFuture in Harrisburg on 5/4 to meet directly with lawmakers from both parties and advocate for strong, pro‑environment policies. All training, talking points, and logistics will be provided. Register: bit.ly/2026LobbyDay...

TAKE ACTION: Big Oil companies are lobbying Congress for total immunity from any actions that could help them accountable for fueling the climate crisis. Join us in signing this petition: buff.ly/vIdOLPb buff.ly/62YGXk5

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for a great discussion on cumulative impacts and environmental justice. We appreciate your questions and advocacy. Another session is coming up next Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30 p.m. We hope you can join us! Register: bit.ly/630ci

Lane Closures Overnight on I-95 🌙 Monday 4/20 and Tuesday 4/21, a single lane will be closed at 9:00 PM, followed by a double lane closure from 12:00 AM (Midnight) to 5:00 AM on northbound I-95 between Enterprise Avenue and Broad Street (Route 611). More information can be found at 95Revive.com