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. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and…

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. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online, interactive repository of audio-visual materials documenting Harlem’s remarkable…

Harlem’s Peggy Sheppard, Named A White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council Member

Today, the White House announced the members of the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online, interactive repository of audio-visual materials documenting Harlem’s remarkable and varied multicultural legacies, including its storied past as…

Reducing Air Pollution Could Save Over $600 Billion And 50,000 Lives Each Year, Study Finds

A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison explored the health and financial benefits associated with reducing air pollution emissions. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online, interactive repository of audio-visual materials documenting Harlem’s remarkable and varied multicultural legacies,…

Attorney General James Leads Tri-State Coalition In Calling For EPA To Tighten Controls On Air Pollution From Trucks

New York Attorney General Letitia James today partnered with Connecticut Attorney General William Tong and Acting New Jersey Attorney General Andrew Bruck. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online, interactive repository of audio-visual materials documenting Harlem’s remarkable and varied…

Harlem’s WE-ACT President Peggy Shepard Awarded With The National Order Of Merit By France

Peggy Shepard began her journalistic career as the first African-American field reporter at the Indianapolis News. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online, interactive repository of audio-visual materials documenting Harlem’s remarkable and varied multicultural legacies, including its storied past…

Home Upgrades From Harlem To Hollywood For Better Indoor Air Quality

When most people think about air quality, they’re typically thinking about outdoor pollution. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online, interactive repository of audio-visual materials documenting Harlem’s remarkable and varied multicultural legacies, including its storied past as well as…

Six Tips To Celebrate Earth Day In Your Own Backyard From Harlem To Harare

The 51st anniversary of Earth Day is on April 22, 2021, but anyone can start celebrating today right in their very own backyard. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online, interactive repository of audio-visual materials documenting Harlem’s remarkable and…

Pine-Sol Approved By FDA As An Effective Disinfectant For The COVID-19 Crisis

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has added Pine-Sol to its list of disinfectants that are effective against the coronavirus. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online, interactive repository of audio-visual materials documenting Harlem’s remarkable and varied multicultural legacies,…

Call For Applications Trump Administration To Support Community Revitalization, Local Food Initiative

Today, in support of the Trump Administration’s Executive Order on Promoting Agriculture and Rural Prosperity in America, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an opportunity to apply for technical assistance for communities. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online,…

Dozens Of Lead-Poisoned Kids Left In Their Contaminated NYCHA Apartments

Children from Harlem to Hollis, Queens remained in nearly three dozen public housing apartments potentially years after city inspectors discovered definitive evidence of lead paint in their homes from Harlem to Hollis. VIDEO Harlem Cultural Archives is a donor and foundation-supported Historical Society, Its mission is to create, maintain and grow a remotely accessible, online,…