Harlem’s WE ACT Responds To Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean School Bus Announcement

Today, the White House and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched its 2022 Clean School Bus Rebate Program. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By…

Flourishing In Community Launches $40 Million Environmental Justice Grant Program For Organizations

Flourishing in Community announces today that the online application is now open for community-based organizations, municipalities, non-profit organizations, and other eligible entities to submit proposals for subgrants to fund their environmental justice projects. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails…

New York City Releases First Study On Environmental Inequality

The New York City Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice (MOCEJ) today released the Environmental Justice NYC (EJNYC) Report.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this…

NYC Mayor’s Office Unveils City’s Inaugural Comprehensive Study On Environmental Inequality

The New York City Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice (MOCEJ) today released the Environmental Justice NYC (EJNYC) Report. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this…

Environmental Justice Orgs Value Stronger EPA Vehicle Emissions Rule With Concerns And More To Do

By Ashley Sullivan The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released their long-awaited updated rule on emissions standards for model years 2027 and later for light-and medium-duty vehicles. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You…

New Resource For NY And NJ Organizations Seeking Federal Funding For Environmental Justice

Environmental justice organizations and local municipalities will have an opportunity to learn about a new resource designed to help them identify, navigate, and pursue federal funding for environmental justice by attending a webinar on Monday, October 30th at 5:30 PM. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example:…

Attorney General James Leads Coalition Urging EPA To Strengthen Protections Against Childhood Lead Poisoning

New York Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition of 19 attorneys general, called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to strengthen protections against lead poisoning, particularly for children living in low-income communities and communities of color. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I…

Mayor Adams Announces Appointments Of Climate Leadership Team, Streamlines Multiple Environmental Agencies Into One

NYC Mayor Eric Adams today announced the appointments of his climate leadership team that will focus on environmental protection and environmental justice across NYC. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant…

Mayor de Blasio Advances Citywide Environmental Justice Efforts With Harlem’s Peggy Shephard And Others

Mayor de Blasio today announced a number of efforts to advance New York City’s environmental justice efforts, including the appointment of Adriana Espinoza as Senior Advisor for Environmental Justice, and appointing Harlem’s Peggy Shepard as Chair of the Environmental Justice Advisory Board. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem…