by Nan Farley | Apr 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
What does Earth Day mean to you? Is it a time to reflect on the beauty of our planet, or an urgent call to action to protect against the threat of climate change? Earth Day is Thursday, April 22nd. Challenge yourself to take at least one action this month that will...
by Nan Farley | Mar 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
Written by Ellen Beans and published in The East Bay Times on Feb 17th. Once again, the people of Richmond, the wildlife, the air, and the water of the San Francisco Bay are being harmed by this week’s oil spill from the Chevron refinery. This pipeline rupture is yet...
by Nan Farley | Feb 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
“Civic engagement” is a term you probably have heard bandied about, without knowing exactly what it means. Perhaps it conjures up images of protesters holding up signs in front of City Hall. While it can include protesting, civic engagement encompasses a broad range...
by Nan Farley | Jan 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
Health risks associated with oil and gas Dr. Jeffrey Mann talks about health risks associated with oil and gas production and use. Learn about the adverse health effects from living near oil and gas drilling and fracking sites, as well as health impacts from chemicals...
by Nan Farley | Jan 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s public workshop to be held on February 4th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM is an opportunity for you to influence the health quality of the air breathed by Contra Costa residents. The virtual meeting will discuss and take comments...
by Nan Farley | Dec 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
In mid-December, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD), will be meeting to consider a rule affecting pollution from refineries. Rule 6-5, or “The Cat Cracker Rule” would limit the amount of pollution pumped into the air, and greatly reduce particulate...
