Climate Justice

Emergency Preparedness: Climate Ready Uptown Plan

Because the climate crises is disproportionately impacting communities of color, our Climate Justice Working Group partnered with East Harlem COAD and Harlem Emergency Network to develop a community-driven emergency preparedness plan for Northern Manhattan. You can download the plan in

MEMBERS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE LEADERSHIP FORUM RESPOND TO TEXT FROM SENATOR MANCHIN’S PERMITTING BILL

September 22, 2022 Contact: Dana Johnson, dana@weact.org MEMBERS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE LEADERSHIP FORUM RESPOND TO TEXT FROM SENATOR MANCHIN’S PERMITTING BILL WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, Senator Joe Manchin released bill text that will permanently alter the permitting process

The Clean Water, Clean Air, Green Jobs Bond Act

The General Election in November New Yorkers can take advantage of early voting from Oct. 29 through Nov. 6 or vote in-person on Election Day, Nov. 8. To learn more, visit our Voter Information page. Flip Over Your

Meet the Cecil Corbin-Mark Fellows

Join us on Tuesday, August 30 at 6:00 PM for an opportunity to meet the inaugural Cecil Corbin-Mark Fellows and learn about how this program is helping to build and shape the next generation of climate justice leaders. In the

WE ACT’s 2022 Annual Gala

Looking for a fun and fulfilling way to support our city, state, and federal advocacy to advance climate and environmental justice? Join us – in-person – for WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s 2022 Gala at International House on Thursday,

Peggy Shepard Gives TED Talk – August 18, 2022

What lessons has Peggy Shepard learned from 34 years on the frontlines of fighting for environmental and climate justice? She recently shared her experience and insight in a TED Countdown Talk as part of a series that focused on addressing

Peggy Shepard Named One of Manhattan’s Power 100 by City & State New York – August 15, 2022

WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s Co-Founder & Executive Director Peggy Shepard has been acknowledged as one of the Manhattan Power 100 by City & State New York. She is the only member of the environmental movement recognized as one of

Ashes for Fertilizer: Stepping Into a Legacy of Transformation

There are few times that have catalyzed change in my life as much as the Summer of 2020. Prior to that point I always knew I wanted to work toward social justice, but I hadn’t quite found my direction. I

WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE RESPONDS TO THE PASSAGE OF THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT OF 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12, 2022 Contact: Chris Dobens, chris@weact.org, 718-679-8542 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which President Biden is expected to sign into law. Peggy Shepard,

Why Are Gas Prices So High and What Should the Government Be Doing About It?

Preface: This piece was first written before the release of the Inflation Reduction Act and therefore does not comment on the merits of this proposed legislation relative to gas prices. Gasoline[1] prices across the country have risen at unprecedented