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Home » Events » June 2019 Policy Advocacy Call » Lifecycle of Plastics through an EJ Lens

Lifecycle of Plastics through an EJ Lens

by ANHE|Published March 11, 2022-at dimensions 1024 × 768 in June 2019 Policy Advocacy Call

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Negotiators working on a treaty to address the glo Negotiators working on a treaty to address the global crisis of plastic pollution won’t reach an agreement. Every year, the world produces more than 400 million tons of new plastic. Plastic production could climb about 70% by 2040 without policy changes. Read the full story here or head to the link in our bio https://zurl.co/eBZi
More than 600 types of PFAS have previously bypass More than 600 types of PFAS have previously bypassed rigorous review under the Low Volume Exemptions (LVE) process. The EPA under the Biden Administration has banned the use of LVEs for PFAS, mandating full safety reviews before manufacturing. PFAS have been linked to cancer, kidney damage and fertility issues. https://zurl.co/7CPV or head to the link in our bio!
This Monday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Age This Monday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency marked the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), passed in 1974 to set federal standards for drinking-water quality. ANHE was proud to be in attendance for this event which recognized such an important milestone. “Clean water is a basic human right. In my home state of Michigan, we know too well how fiercely we must work to keep our water free of lead, PFAS, and other hazards,” Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) said. “Today we recognize the progress made by the landmark Safe Drinking Water Act, and recommit to working to ensure every family in America has access to clean and safe water.” Featured speakers included: US. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, U.S. Congressman Dan Kildee, Senator Tom Carper, Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, Ali Zaidi, White House National Climate Advisor
More than 170 environmental groups are pressing th More than 170 environmental groups are pressing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to monitor microplastics in drinking water, citing significant health risks from this widespread pollutant. The legal petition calls on the EPA to include microplastics in its Safe Drinking Water Act monitoring by 2026. Microplastics, linked to severe health risks such as cancer and neurotoxicity, are found in drinking water, food and air worldwide. Read the full story today or use the link in bio: https://zurl.co/VcWJ
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has expr The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has expressed profound disappointment with the outcomes of COP29, held in Baku, particularly the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance that was passed despite significant objections from developing countries. Read the full report today or use the link in our bio: https://zurl.co/O436
ANHE stands in solidarity with the 21 young people ANHE stands in solidarity with the 21 young people leading America’s Climate Case - Juliana v. US! ✊ For nearly ten years, the Juliana 21 have fought for their day in court to secure fundamental climate rights for future generations. And for nearly ten years, the U.S. Government has wielded its power and misused the law to silence them - all while becoming the top producer of fossil fuels in the world. In our constitutional democracy, the courts exist to protect peoples’ fundamental rights from government overreach - especially when children’s rights to life and physical safety are violated by their own government. Last week, the Juliana 21 filed a Petition for Certiorari at the U.S. Supreme Court. They have the right to access justice. SCOTUS, let the youth be heard! Our voices are stronger together! Join @youthvgov and the Juliana 21 digital rally and call for justice with us! Toolkit: https://zurl.co/SDKE (link in bio as well) #YouthvGov #JulianavUS #SaveJuliana #AmericasClimateCase #ClimateRightsNow #ClimateRightoLife
Today, the Biden Administration released the Unite Today, the Biden Administration released the United States’ latest National Determined Contribution. The NDC released today, puts forth a target to reduce United States emissions by 61 to 66 percent by 2035, relative to 2005 levels and a methane reduction of at least 35 percent in 2035. The Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments’ Executive Director, Katie Huffling, DNP, RN, CNM, FAAN issued the following statement: “Nurses thank the Biden administration for releasing the NDC before leaving office, a critical step to setting the stage for ambitious subnational action to address the climate emergency. While this NDC framework shows increasing ambition from the previous, unfortunately, the targets outlined fall short. Nurses around the world are caring for those and are part of communities most impacted by climate change – we are seeing the human impacts that result from the failure of leaders to act at the scale required." Read the full statement today: https://zurl.co/Q29iT
Did you know that Plastics, PFAS and Toxic Chemica Did you know that Plastics, PFAS and Toxic Chemicals Crises are Interconnected? On the surface, it may seem like the PFAS crisis, the plastics crisis and the public health challenges associated with the proliferation of toxic chemicals are all separate issues needing separate solutions. But in reality these challenges are interconnected and need common solutions. Plastics, PFAS and many harmful chemicals are derived from fossil fuels and petroleum and are toxic at all stages of their use. Find out more from Safer States: https://zurl.co/a30En
We are thrilled to announce that ANHE will be a no We are thrilled to announce that ANHE will be a nonprofit partner at the 2025 NAHN Hispanic Health Policy Summit (HHPS) in Washington, D.C. from February 18-19, 2025! Presented by the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (@nahnnursing), HHPS is focused on bringing together Latinx-focused medical organizations to transform healthcare policy, accelerate the pace of research, and propose potential solutions to health care issues affecting the Hispanic population. Attendees will engage in educational sessions, coaching opportunities, and meetings on the Hill with local government representatives. Register at https://zurl.co/oFceV to join us!
Drilling in the Arctic is all risk and no reward. Drilling in the Arctic is all risk and no reward. Period. Even major oil companies recognized that during the first (failed) lease sale. Today’s announcement brings us closer to the mandated second lease sale, but it’s clear any development in this sacred landscape is bad business.
Recently the cost of healthcare associated with pl Recently the cost of healthcare associated with plastic chemical-exposure due to endocrine disruption was estimated to be $250 billion annually in the U.S. In addition to reducing the production of plastics, the global plastics treaty should reduce not only the number but the toxicity of the chemicals used to manufacture plastics. Read more today or use the link in our bio: https://zurl.co/RAZv8
Today the U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency Today the U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has authorized waivers of preemption for California to implement theAdvanced Clean Cars II (ACCII) program and the Heavy Duty Omnibus program, an effort to reduce NOx emissions from heavy-duty trucks. The authorization of a waiver of preemption for the Advanced Clean Cars II (ACCII) program, allows for timely implementation of the program’s eight-year schedule for the twelve states (plus DC) that have already adopted the standard, while the authorized waiver of preemption for the Heavy Duty Omnibus (HDO) program, allows for implementation of the program for the ten states that have already adopted the standard. Read ANHE's full press release: https://zurl.co/nAsdQ or use the link in our bio In response to today’s EPA’s announcement, the Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environment’s (ANHE) Executive Director Katie Huffling, DNP, RN, CNM, FAAN issued the following statement: “The Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments applauds the EPA for taking yet another step forward in protecting the public from health-harming pollution from the transportation sector. Health professionals like nurses understand the significant health implications from polluting vehicles, with more than 8,800 Americans losing their lives each year due to the poisonous effects of diesel exhaust and tailpipe emissions that contain toxic compounds that harm public health. Exposure to these pollutants can exacerbate and contribute to the development of asthma, lung disease, and cancer. This latest EPA action reaffirms states’ authority under the Clean Air Act to adopt and implement their own clean vehicle and air quality regulations, which will help to mitigate toxic tailpipe pollution that worsens health throughout our country and will substantially boost efforts to deliver cleaner air across communities.”
❓❓ Pop quiz: What's the second biggest user of ❓❓ Pop quiz: What's the second biggest user of plastics after packaging? Spoiler: It's buildings! Ready to build a better future? Check out the full brief here: https://zurl.co/NJETO #BuildingBetter #Sustainability #Innovation #GreenBuilding
ANHE was glad to join 74 Health, Environment, and ANHE was glad to join 74 Health, Environment, and Public Service Organizations to support a Congressional Resolution on 40th Anniversary of Bhopal Chemical Disaster. The resolution proposes proclaiming December 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day, in honor of victims and survivors of chemical disasters both in Bhopal and in the U.S., and recommends common-sense measures to protect communities’ health, prevent future chemical disasters, and hold companies accountable for the harmful effects of disasters they’ve caused. Read the full statement today: https://zurl.co/pQTO Read the resolution: https://zurl.co/9FT2
Transport is our most polluting sector, accounting Transport is our most polluting sector, accounting for 29% of U.S. GHG emissions. This week, we’re celebrating historic progress on cleaning up the freight industry with tech, investments, & policies that boost efficiency & drive the market forward. #RouteZero
After a surge of heat-related workplace injuries i After a surge of heat-related workplace injuries in Nevada, state regulators approved a permanent heat stress standard Wednesday to protect the safety and health of indoor and outdoor workers. Businesses with more than 10 employees will be required to perform a one-time job hazard analysis of working conditions that could expose workers to heat illness for more than 30 minutes within a one hour time period under the new regulations. The standard also requires employers to provide workers a way to cool down in their written plan, in addition to training workers and supervisors on the risk factors for heat illness, how to avoid it, procedures for complying with the standard, and emergency procedures if an employee becomes ill. Read the full story today (link also in bio): https://zurl.co/2vRo
NEXT WEEK: For nurses who are interested in climat NEXT WEEK: For nurses who are interested in climate change, it is critical to understanding how the food system impacts and is impacted by climate change. It is estimated that 25 – 30% of greenhouse gases are attributed to the global food system. While this webinar will explore how climate change-associated weather patterns, extreme storms, and extreme heat events threaten both plant-based and animal-sourced food, we will also investigate how the predominant agricultural practices in the US are producing greenhouse gases, employing millions of pounds of fossil fuel-derived chemicals (including pesticides), and destroying ecosystems. We will also look at climate impacts from meat consumption versus plant-based diets. And finally, we will discuss nurses’ roles in making our food system more just and climate and eco-friendly. Speaker: Barbara Sattler, DrPH, BS, RN, FAAN Register Today! https://zurl.co/KWyV
On November 21st, the EPA released the “National On November 21st, the EPA released the “National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution,” outlining opportunities for action to protect communities from the impacts of plastic production and waste. This strategy aligns with the U.S. commitment to negotiating an ambitious international agreement with the aim of protecting public health and the environment by reducing plastic pollution around the world. The strategy is the third pillar of EPA’s “Building a Circular Economy for All” effort. From November 25th-December 1st, the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) took place in order to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution! Read the full strategy today: https://zurl.co/5HWM (link in bio!)
The Feed by @actonclimateUS is live! Check out the The Feed by @actonclimateUS is live! Check out the inspiring stories of farmers & ranchers using climate-smart agriculture to protect our climate. Congress must safeguard the federal investments enabling these efforts. #FarmerFeed #ClimateFriday 🌾🌱 https://zurl.co/tX92 or head to the link in our bio
On Wednesday, December 11th at 2PM MST, Arizona he On Wednesday, December 11th at 2PM MST, Arizona health professionals and climate advocates will discuss how extreme weather has affected the lives of Arizonians in 2024. In 2023 Phoenix set a record with 54 days above 100 degrees, by August of 2024 that record nearly doubled with 100 straight days above 100 degrees. Panelists will detail the human and environmental impacts of these extreme weather conditions and how these communities are addressing the impacts. This event is sponsored by the Climate Action Campaign and Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments These presentations will be followed by a short Q&A. Register today or use the link in our bio: https://zurl.co/58n8
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