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Study Examines Methods of Cleaning Indoor Pollutants from Wildfires
The October 2023 edition of Science Advances includes an article researching methods of cleaning indoor environments that were contaminated by pollutants from wildfires. After injecting smoke into a test house for two weeks, researchers ran air purifiers, cleaned surfaces, opened windows and doors, and used other strategies to clean the space. Data indicated vacuuming, mopping,…
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National Heart, Lung, and Blood institute Releases Learn More Breather Better Resources in Spanish
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute has released its Learn More Breather Better resources in Spanish. Covering issues such as asthma, COPD, and general lung health, the fact sheets and infographics are available for free online. To view the resources, click here.
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California Department of Public Health Releases Bilingual Video on Wood Dust and Asthma
The California Department of Public Health’s Work-Related Asthma Prevention Program has released a bilingual video in English and Spanish detailing the importance of preventing exposure to dust related to wood. The video features two workers telling their stories and how dust that can trigger work-related asthma is created by tasks they perform every day. To…
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EPA’s Pesticidal Air Treatment Devices Webinar Available Online
The US Environmental Protection Agency hosted a webinar on September 6, 2023, focused on research and regulation of pesticidal air treatment devices. Featuring the EPA’s Dr. Katherine Ratliff and Aline Heffernan, the webinar provides an overview of the EPA’s role in regulating devices that clean and treat pesticidal air. It also details the effectiveness of…
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Job Opportunity: Climate Campaign Director, Ports, with Pacific Environment
Pacific Environment is seeking a Climate Campaign Director to oversee its ports-related campaigning, including leading their cross-functional Ports for People campaign. This position will develop and lead strategies focusing on major ports to accelerate the implementation of zero-emission shipping. The position is full time and the ideal candidate would be located in Los Angeles or…
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Webinar Recording: California Air Agency Shares Research Findings on Port and Air Pollution Impacts on Asthma in Southern California
On November 15th, 2023, from 1:00-3:00 Pacific, researchers presented findings from an analysis quantifying the impact of exposure to air pollution from train and port operations, as well as air toxics from multiple sources, on asthma symptoms and Emergency Department (ED) visits within vulnerable communities in Southern California. The webinar recording is available here. The…
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RAMP’s Investigation on Illegal Ozone Generators Leads to Settlement and Shows Need for Stronger Enforcement
An undercover investigation led by RAMP found that dangerous and illegal ozone generators are being sold to consumers in California, leading to settlements and fines designed to hold companies accountable and alert consumers of the dangers of these devices. Ozone generator devices are marketed online for use in homes, daycare centers and other indoor environments…
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Job Opportunity: Better World Group Seeks Clean Air, Climate Justice, and Transport Associate
Better World Group is searching for a Clean Air, Climate Justice, and Transport Associate to join the team. The role will assist with managing national and state-wide coalitions, and support and lead campaigns to accelerate the transition to electrify transport. The position is national in scope and can be based anywhere within the United States. …
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Funding Opportunity: EPA Announces 2023 Clean School Bus Rebate Program; Deadline 1/31/24
The US Environmental Protection Agency has announced its 2023 Clean School Bus Rebate Program with at least $500 million in rebate funding available. Public school districts, tribal organizations and schools, and other eligible applicants can apply for funding for up to 25 zero-emission and/or clean school buses and associated infrastructure and workforce development costs. Applications…
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Building Sustainable Asthma Home Visiting Services: We Have Resources to Help!
It’s that time of year! We’re celebrating National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month and want to update you on some of the exciting work we at RAMP and the National Center for Healthy Housing (NCHH) are implementing to reduce indoor air risks. As we move into our third year under cooperative agreements with the U.S. Environmental…
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Governor Signs AB 548, RAMP’s Healthy Housing Bill
On October 11, 2023, California Governor Newsom signed AB 548! Sponsored by RAMP and Authored by Tasha Boerner, AB 548 will introduce a proactive element to complaint-based code enforcement. The bill will require code enforcement officers to inspect additional units at a multi-family property if they find severe violations in one unit that they reasonably expect…
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US EPA’s Webinar Recording on Health Implications of Ozone- and PM-Producing Indoor Air Cleaners Now Available
The US Environmental Protection Agency’s Indoor Environments Division has posted a recording of its recent “Health Implications of Ozone- and PM-Producing Indoor Air Cleaners” webinar online. Featuring Dr. Jose-Luis Jimenez of the University of Colorado Boulder, the webinar examines air cleaners that produce ozone or particulate matter and how they can degrade indoor air quality. …