Missing a legally mandated climate deadline by 2+ years isn’t an oversight. It’s a choice.
NY Assembly & Senate members just filed an amicus brief in Citizen Action v. DEC — making clear that DEC’s #CLCPA failures are unacceptable under the law.
The Legislature is fighting back. So are we.
This Earth Month, the WE ACT team accepted a proclamation at NYC City Hall recognizing our commitment to public health in Northern Manhattan and the fight for EJ.
This belongs to our founders, our leaders, and our community. The work continues — for those who built it and those who need it most.
This law works for all of us. Protect it — send a letter to your legislator now → nyforcleanpower.quorum.us/campaign/157...
Senator Hinchey at our Renewable Heat Now rally: NY legislators must lead with facts and science — not be derailed by those lying to line their own pockets.
The #CLCPA means $21B back into New York. $8,500 in energy relief for families. 123,000 jobs. This law works for all of us.
Good summary of the status of the CLCPA.
As Eric Walker of @weact4ej.bsky.social noted at the March rally:
"...this is a completely manufactured crisis that is founded through an incoherent narrative in an attempt to pressure the Legislature to give in to punting on our climate law..."
Our Earth Day 5K doesn't happen without our sponsors.
We are grateful for partners who invest in environmental justice where it counts.
Join us April 25th on Randall's Island. All ages and paces welcome.
RSVP link in our bio!
Thanks to those defending the #CLCPA!
We urge everyone to resist @governor.ny.gov proposal & fight to 1) maintain binding, enforceable emissions targets, 2) avoid accounting tricks that undermine how emissions are calculated, & 3) release regs by 2027 to launch an equitable cap & invest program.
The CLCPA means $8,500 in energy bill relief for working families. It means cleaner air in the South Bronx. It means 123,000 jobs.
@speakercarlheastie.bsky.social @leaderasc.bsky.social — frontline communities fought for this.
We need you to protect it.
@governor.ny.gov Cries, "Advocates sued me, so I have to gut climate law." That's not how it works. Trying to force the legislature rewrite the law to escape a court order is a cop out, not a the leadership New Yorkers need. x.com/_rebeccaclew...
Three people standing in front of a Sally Beauty store, holding a sign that says, New York City demands the Beauty Justice Act
Our new analysis found cancer-linked chemicals in hair products marketed to women of color.
That’s why we joined @weact4ej.bsky.social, Clean + Healthy, and partners to call on Sally Beauty to protect customers and eliminate these toxic chemicals, and support passage of the #NYBeautyJusticeAct.
A panel of experts will break down the climate law rollbacks currently being debated in the State Budget and what they could mean for energy affordability, public health, and the climate. April 16 @ Noon. Register Now: bit.ly/4dtHuwn @earthjustice.org @weact4ej.bsky.social @nyforcleanpower.org
William Smith came to our Beauty Justice Fair to share why the NY Beauty Justice Act matters
Women and femmes of color face disproportionate exposure to toxic chemicals in personal care products
This bill would ban the most dangerous from NY products. Join us in Albany on April 22nd. Link in bio
WE ACT has joined a lawsuit against the Trump EPA for illegally repealing the Endangerment Finding and eliminating vehicle emissions standards — protections communities of color and low-income neighborhoods depend on most.
The science is settled. The law is clear. We’ll see them in court.
Can New York afford to roll back its Climate Law?
Join WE ACT’s Eric Walker, Energy Justice Senior Policy Manager, and advocates from @earthjustice.org and Partnership for Policy Integrity for a virtual Earth Month Teach-In.
📅 Thurs. April 16 | 12–1 PM | 💻🔗 RSVP via link in our bio
Join us May 6th at Beverly's for Mix and Mobilize: Beauty Justice Happy Hour — to connect with EJ allies to support the NY Beauty Justice Act.
Tickets include open bar: givebutter.com/mix-and-mobilize-we-act-beauty-justice-happy-hour-anzbvy
Thanks For your leadership Senator Harckham!
@governor.ny.gov rollbacks won't lower bills or protect NYers from volatile energy price spikes from cold snaps and the Iran War.
Weakening the CLCPA just sends a msg that any gov can skirt the legislature and the law!
Turning back on the CLCPA would be a costly mistake for residents who are suffering from high utility rates caused by fossil fuels.
www.lohud.com/story/opinio...
Our April EJLF feature is the North Carolina Environmental Justice Network (NCEJN)!
“Being part of the EJLF collective has enriched our work…the grounded support we regularly receive from WE ACT!” — Rania Masri, PhD.
Want to join the EJLF? Learn more: ejforum.org
Join us and a panel of experts to break down the climate law rollbacks currently being debated in the State Budget and what they could mean for energy affordability, public health, and the climate. @weact4ej.bsky.social @earthjustice.org
April 16 @ Noon
🔗 Register: bit.ly/4dtHuwn
#cleanenergyny
This free, guided tour will bring together residents, advocates, and community leaders to walk through Harlem and discuss the future of neighborhood green spaces.
RSVP today to join us
WE ACT is joining New Yorkers for Parks for a Harlem Walk & Talk! 🌳
Saturday, April 18th | 11 AM–1 PM
Hancock Park (W. 123rd St., Manhattan Ave. & St. Nicholas Ave.)
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/harlem-wal...
Medals and awards to follow!
All proceeds support WE ACT. Register or donate here: weact.org/events/earth...
There are plenty of ways to celebrate Earth Day — but our 5K Fun Run is the best. 🌍👟
Join us Saturday, April 25th on Randall's Island! Runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages welcome — solo or as a team. Staff on-site at 8 AM with snacks, check-in at 8:30, fun run at 9:00.
Last week, WE ACT's Eric Walker and earthjustice's Liz Moran stood with advocates & legislators at the Renewable Heat Now rally to defend the CLCPA.
Rolling back NY's climate law won't lower bills — fossil fuel volatility will. Clean energy implementation is the affordability answer.
Environmental activist and co-founder of @weact4ej.bsky.social Vernice Miller-Travis shares why rolling back the Endangerment Finding means EPA is giving up on trying to mitigate climate change impacts.
Cancer-linked chemicals in hair products marketed to women of color — and Sally Beauty is selling them.
WE ACT's Jordana Vanderselt is calling for immediate action. This is beauty justice.
Full article: www.harlemworldmagazine.com/cancer-linke...
As our Senator says, we must address affordability while honoring our commitments to public health and environmental justice.
As @governor.ny.gov should know, we can lower energy bills and implement the Climate Act with an equitable Cap & Invest program.
That’s climate leadership.
I've never been a part of a team as amazing as the @weact4ej.bsky.social Federal Policy Office and I'm grateful to our allies in Congress who continue to be the authentic community focused leaders we desperately need in Congress to meet the moment.
The #PeoplesEJCaucus just launched in the U.S. House—marking a major step for #EnvironmentalJustice.
Leaders and advocates came together to push #EJ4ALL forward.
🔗 Read and share the press release: lnkd.in/efDuyf6r
💻 Watch the event recap here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=agEF...
This Earth Day, we’re going to Albany. 🌍✊
Join us April 22nd to lobby NY legislators for bills protecting communities of color from toxic chemicals in beauty products, cookware & more. FREE bus, breakfast & lunch included.
Prep call: April 21st, 6–7 PM on Zoom.
RSVP ⤵️ link in bio!
