Happy #Pride!

BREAKING: On May 28, 2026, the Freepoint pyrolysis incinerator notified the Ohio EPA that it would suspend so-called "advanced recycling” operations at its facility in Licking County. West Virginia has 2 proposed plastic-incineration plants in the state. www.momscleanairforce.org/press-releas...

Podcasts are a powerful way to dive into environmental issues. They can make complex topics accessible and actionable for listeners. But, wow, the podcast landscape is cluttered. What to even listen to? We picked 7 so you don’t have to. #ClimatePodcast www.momscleanairforce.org/7-climate-po...

Moms will join journalist and author Melissa Jun Rowley on Wednesday, 6/17; 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm EDT for a lunch and community-focused conversation celebrating the launch of her book Beyond the Mic Drop: How Our Stories Shift Culture, Power, and Policy. www.momscleanairforce.org/event/beyond...

Under current law, companies must get air pollution permits before breaking ground on or expanding major industrial projects. Earlier this month, EPA proposed a rule to strip us of this voice. Read more here #DirtyAI www.momscleanairforce.org/new-source-r...

Moms and Mayors connects caregivers with mayors and other local government officials to protect children’s health from air pollution while building resilient communities. Have a local mayor who you think should be highlighted? Please reach out! www.momscleanairforce.org/momsandmayors/

A great new read from the WV Center on Budget & Policy on how Data Center Tax Breaks Impact Public School Funding wvpolicy.org/data-center-...

AI data centers are sprouting up everywhere. If powered by fossil fuels, these energy-guzzling behemoths can release significant harmful air pollution. That's why Americans are asking Congress to establish protections. Take action with @CleanAirMoms app.sosha.ai/s/FEYG7Sf6

Our government must put health before harmful industry. That's why West Virginians are urging Governor Morrissey to protect families from petrochemical industry pollution across our state. Join them by signing the petition below: actnow.momscleanairforce.org/a/wv-state-p...

The EPA proposed a two-year delay in implementation of tailpipe pollution protections for light- and medium-duty vehicles like passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs, a move that would harm the health of children and communities around the country. Read more here: www.momscleanairforce.org/press-releas...

Training Opportunity: Come build your skills at our Volunteer Advocacy Training Program - a virtual event on May 27th, 2026 where you'll learn how to advocate and organize around important issues, share your story, and compel government officials to take action. Sign up at mobilize.us/s/Srktwr

Last week, 70+ community members gathered at the Belle Town Hall in WV to discuss the proposed plastic incineration facility in Quincy, WV, and the majority sentiment was clear: upper Kanawha Valley residents do NOT want so-called ‘advanced recycling’ facilities in their neighborhood.

Have you checked out WV Utility Impact Project yet or taken their utility costs/experience survey? facebook.com/profile.php/... Public Utility Commissions must protect families from unfair energy costs by rejecting unjustified rate hikes and ensuring utilities prioritize people over profits.

There have been several updates since last week on the chemical disaster on 4/22 in Institute, WV. Please see the article below to get up to date on follow up and investigations into this devastating incident. www.wvgazettemail.com/news/energy_...

See one of the several pieces by local media covering Tuesday’ s community meeting on the proposed plastic burning facility near Belle, WV: www.wowktv.com/news/west-vi...

We had a fantastic turnout to the community meeting at the Belle Town Hall last night! 70+ community members, including several state delegates and local lawmakers, attended the meeting and participated in a passionate Q&A and discussion. Thank you to all presenters and attendees!

Reminder that the second community meeting on the plastics-burning facility near Belle, WV will be tomorrow night from 6-8 PM! See details below. advancedrecyclingfacts.com/belle

Press Alert: Moms will host a press conference in collaboration with @wvcag.bsky.social and Black Appalachian Coalition on Wednesday, 4/29 at 12:00 PM EST to discuss the Clean Seas plastic incineration facility being built near Belle, WV. Register for the livestream at bit.ly/wv-petrochem !

We are monitoring public information regarding the chemical disaster in Institute, WV. Our hearts are with the folks directly affected by this tragedy. Please see updated information on the response timeline and EPA air monitors here: www.wsaz.com/2026/04/23/e... and www.wsaz.com/2026/04/23/r...

"Freepoint Eco-Systems seeks to become a major player in so-called “chemical recycling.” Some residents and environmental advocates are fighting back.” WV - we have a facility proposed in Follansbee from this same company! insideclimatenews.org/news/2004202...

We had a great time yesterday with the Black Appalachian Coalition and Phat Daddy’s on Da Tracks in Charleston, WV doing a community cleanup and lesson on the realities of #plastics recycling. Thanks to all who came out!

Charleston, WV: Don’t forget, our Earth Day Community Glow Up is THIS SUNDAY from 1-3 PM at Phat Daddy’s on Da Tracks!

Earlier this week, Moms from Georgia to California spoke out at a virtual EPA hearing about a new proposal to exempt “advanced recycling” plastics incinerators from Clean Air Act pollution protections. www.momscleanairforce.org/moms-confron...

We’re shining a spotlight on the rapid expansion of data centers – and what it means for our health. On 4/23 from 12-1:15 PM, we will be welcoming Dr. Michael Cork, an environmental health scientist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

This Wednesday, April 15th, join Moms Clean Air Force online or at the George Mason University Carter School of Peace and Conflict Resolution for a discussion about how conflict shows up in conversations about climate activism and more! www.momscleanairforce.org/event/unpack...

A priority of this administration is making our nation the “AI Capital of the World.” But the data centers needed to support AI require enormous amounts of energy and, if powered by fossil fuels, can release significant harmful pollution. www.momscleanairforce.org/ai-data-cent...

WV!! Are you?

We’ll be having a community ‘Glow Up’ event for Earth Day in collaboration with @blackappalachiancoalition and Phat Daddy’s on da Tracks on 4/19 from 1-3 PM! All supplies will be provided AND the first 20 folks to arrive will receive $10 gift cards to Phat Daddy's!! #OurPowerOurPlanet

EPA’s latest attempt to derail clean air protections has taken shape—and it’s horrific. Administrator Zeldin is proposing to exempt so-called “advanced recycling” plastics incinerators from Clean Air Act pollution-control requirements. www.momscleanairforce.org/epa-advanced...

Happy #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth !!

In April, we celebrate all of the incredible contributions of the Arab-Americans who call Michigan home.

Join our ORV Organizer, Rachel, in Wellsburg, WV on Saturday, 4/18 for a community Earth Day event! #EarthDay #OurPowerOurPlanet

Protect our neighbors includes the animals and ecosystems around us.

TAKE ACTION! Congress is trying to undermine a law—the Toxic Substances Control Act—that protects communities from dangerous chemicals that can end up in our air and water and in our household products. Sign the petition and demand chemical safety: actnow.momscleanairforce.org/a/congress-t...

In a new article in @motherjones.com, authors Sarah McBride and Randi Druzin highlight the community organizers fighting petrochemical pollution and plastic incineration (AKA: “ advanced recycling”) in OH, WV, and PA. Read more: www.motherjones.com/sponsored/me...

Amanda Rowoldt, Moms’ Ohio Organizer: "I live in Ohio, a major hub for the petrochemical industry...some facilities are operating right next to neighborhoods, only separated by a line of trees." Demand that EPA protects US families from chemical disasters: www.momscleanairforce.org/protect-fami...

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has corrupted his agency's mission to protect human health and the environment. It's time for him to go. Join Moms in calling on Congress to hold Zeldin accountable for his actions. #ZeldinMustGo actnow.momscleanairforce.org/a/zeldin-mus...

A growing number of celebrities are actively engaging on climate issues. It’s hard to rise to the level of Bad Bunny’s notorious—and fabulous—eco-themed Super Bowl halftime, but there are certainly others. #ClimateActivists Read more: www.momscleanairforce.org/8-celebrity-...

We have the most special guest answering recent Mom Detective questions: Dr. Shanna Swan, an award-winning environmental and reproductive epidemiologist. Her latest effort to spread the word about her work is the new Netflix documentary: The Plastic Detox. www.momscleanairforce.org/special-mom-...

The #affordability crisis is daunting. We’re paying more for everything from groceries to energy bills. Last week, the #EnergyBillsReliefAct was introduced to help families afford utilities while bringing more clean energy onto the grid. ACT NOW actnow.momscleanairforce.org/a/energy-bil...

As a child, Julie joined her mom to harvest everything from cucumbers to mint to asparagus. “Sometimes they would dump pesticides that would end up in the land and in the water,” her mom said. www.momscleanairforce.org/power-of-mom... @cleanairmoms @ecomadres

TONIGHT!

New, and important, read!

We will join hundreds of climate activists from around the country on 3/19 at 7 PM ET to hear from @repcasten about an exciting new plan to ramp up clean energy - the Energy Bills Relief Act. #EnergyBillsRelief @NRDC @LCVoters @SierraClub @GreenLatinos www.momscleanairforce.org/event/climat...

After more than a year of bad decisions, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin is now pushing to roll back the 2024 Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention Rule. (Photo: Associate Press; Explosion & Fire at the Belle, WV Chemours Facility 2020). www.momscleanairforce.org/chemical-acc...

Last week, WV organizers talked with folks from ‘Cancer Alley’ in Louisiana about the similarities between our community fights against petrochemical pollution. Learn more about the impacts of living in Cancer Alley on Louisiana families. www.momscleanairforce.org/petrochemica...

Join us next week for a Climate Coffee Break with Rachel Meyer, Amanda Rowoldt, and other community activists fighting chemical recycling. www.momscleanairforce.org/event/climat...

As both an Olympian and an environmental engineer, Jacquie Pierri is fighting to protect the winters that made some of her best childhood memories possible. Read more: www.momscleanairforce.org/climate-and-...

This is cool!

If would be nice if there was a simple fix for rising electricity bills, right? Enter plug-in solar - clean energy that can save your home up to a few hundred dollars a year.