Resources and Reports
WE ACT frequently receives research and media requests for historical publications. Through our resources and reports page, you will find nearly 30 years of publications WE ACT has either authored, partnered in publishing, or been featured in.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact info@weact.org.
Why WE ACT and its Allies Sued EPA for Cleaner Air
Everyone in the United States is entitled to clean, healthy air. However, that is not the reality. WE ACT for Environmental Justice firmly believes in the rights of low income residents and people of color to participate meaningfully in the
WE ACT on Clean Power Plan Executive Order
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 28, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, DC — Today, President Trump signed an executive order, rescinding President Obama’s Clean Power Plan and climate legacy. In response, WE ACT’s
WE ACT on Confirmation of Scott Pruitt
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, D.C — Today, Scott Pruitt was confirmed as Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Pruitt’s record on climate and the environment
WE ACT Earns Top Rating from Charity Navigator
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 3, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Only 25% of charities receive the highest rating of 4-stars. New York, NY – WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s strong financial health and
WE ACT for Environmental Justice on Donald Trump and Pipeline Actions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 25th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, D.C — Yesterday, Donald Trump signed two executive actions to advance the Dakota Access Pipeline and Keystone XL. In response, WE ACT’s
WE ACT presents #UptownChats with Mitch Silver
Coinciding with our 30th Anniversary, WE ACT for Environmental Justice is launching our new #UptownChats speaker series. This is the first of a 6-part series that will occur throughout the year! Join us in conversation with our inaugural guest, Commissioner
WE ACT on Victory Over EPA Ozone Delay
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 3rd, 2017 Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY — The EPA announced today that the agency will back down on Administrator Scott Pruitt’s attempts to delay implementing life-saving ozone and smog standards
Add Lead Tests to Your Back to School Checklist
NY signs the first lead in school drinking water testing bill in the nation into law
Addressing Public Health and Chemical Exposures: An Action Agenda
People in the United States encounter thousands of different chemicals in their daily lives and have questions and concerns about how these chemicals may affect their health.
Advancing Environmental Justice through Community Based Participatory Research
CBPR seeks to build capacity and resources in communities and ensure that government agencies and academic institutions are better able to understand and incorporate community concerns into their research agendas.