OH: Environmental Justice
Nurses voice support for new EPA light/medium vehicle air pollution rules
The Environmental Protection Agency has set new air pollution standards under the federal Clean Air Act for cars and light/medium vehicle models from …
Advocates propose solutions to stop zombie mines in Ohio, other states
Advocates from coal-mining communities are proposing a roadmap to help address and prevent so-called "zombie mines," - abandoned mine lands on hold in…
Older adults and climate advocacy
While scientists say extreme climate changes are happening more frequently, a new study aims to link aging adults to its risks and their potential to …
Cleveland expands local air monitoring program
The City of Cleveland wants new community air advisers to help expand air monitoring in historically redlined neighborhoods. Christina Yoka…
Activists rally over pending fracking on Ohio's state lands
A governor-appointed commission could begin approving fracking leases on Ohio's state lands as early as next month. Jenny Morgan a volunteer for the …
Board games help players understand climate change
By Debra J. Rosenthal for The Conversation.Broadcast version by Farah Siddiqi for Ohio News Connection for the Public News Service-Conversation …
EPA's Last Call on Comments About Rules for Blast Furnaces is Today
Emission standards for blast furnaces such as the iron and steel mills in Ohio have not been updated in years. The Environmental Protection Agency …
Dangers of Fracking Wastewater Put Spotlight on 'Halliburton Loophole'
A law known as the "Halliburton Loophole" is under growing scrutiny. It exempts oil and gas companies from revealing the chemicals they use in the …
East Palestine Residents Want FEMA to Address Long-Term Needs
Four months after the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, residents say they continue to struggle with ongoing health problems, and face an …
How Dangerous Was Ohio Chemical Train Derailment?
By Andrew J. Whelton for The Conversation.Broadcast version by Nadia Ramlagan for Ohio News Connection for the Public News Service-Conversation …
Lacking Answers, East Palestine Residents Plan to Test Soil, Water
East Palestine, Ohio, residents have been given the green light to return home, but many believe it is not safe to do so. They're experiencing skin …
EPA Civil Cases Against Industrial Polluters at Record Low
The Environmental Protection Agency's enforcement of federal pollution rules has plummeted. In 2022, the agency referred 88 cases to the Justice …