EJ Leadership Forum

Subsidizing fossil gas, especially long-term LNG contracts, undermines Germany’s energy independence and climate goals, while raising energy prices and pollution for Americans. Affordable, cleaner tech is the way to lower costs and pollution🌱. Read more: americanprogress.org/article/lng-pr…

The Hazel Johnson Ordinance aims to reform zoning & permitting laws to shield underserved Chicago communities from environmental harm. @pcrchi carries on Hazel Johnson’s legacy, leading efforts for community recovery & environmental justice. 🔗Read more: chicagoreporter.com/environmental-…

Balance is a central tenet in both Islam and ecology. Huda Alkaff of Wisconsin Green Muslims shares how her work is grounded in the interconnectedness of spiritual practice and environmental science. Episode: bit.ly/GreenMuslims A collab with @water_hub

Islam offers deep guidance on caring for the Earth — and EJLF member Huda Alkaff brings that to life. As founder of @WIGreenMuslims, she blends faith, ecology & action for climate justice. Listen to the full episode: waterloop.org/eco-islam-how-…

The climate crisis is threatening our communities with massive property loss. We need decisive action to protect people’s homes. My bill creating the Office of Climate Resiliency provides the proactive measures needed to safeguard our communities. nytimes.com/2025/04/07/nyr…

Elon Musk’s xAI facility is polluting South Memphis with unpermitted gas turbines, exposing frontline communities to toxic air. Our EJLF members, @SowingJ , have fought environmental injustice here for decades. Memphis officials must act NOW. Community health > corporate greed.

Our 2025 policy agenda is out! Check out the key campaigns and initiatives that we're fighting for in 2024 at weact.org/publications/p…

Read this op-ed our Executive Director Peggy Shepard co-authored! 📰 @NYPIRG @NYDailyNews Read here: nydailynews.com/2024/12/14/don…

EJ advocates raise concerns about transparency in federal agencies’ handling of WHEJAC’s recommendations. Co-chair Peggy Shepard calls for clarity on climate dollars backing #carboncapture in frontline communities, urging an end to unproven tech or giving communities veto power.

Check out this inspiring article on Huda Alkaff, founder of Wisconsin Green Muslims & EJLF member, sharing her Open Circle model for practical environmental stewardship! She’ll also speak at the Muslim Women’s Coalition Brunch on energy democracy & climate justice.🔗Link in bio!

240+ orgs are joining together to demand @GovKathyHochul help New York households accelerate the transition to clean energy technology, which would improve air quality, lower bills, and reduce climate pollution. Read more: beepny.org #RenewableHeatNow #NYHEAT

*BREAKING NEWS* Over 175+ organizations share opposition to the Energy Permitting Reform Act (EPRA), sharing urgent and specific concerns of frontline, environmental justice, as well as Tribal organizations and communities. Learn more and share >> bit.ly/nodirtydeals

Grijalva urges colleagues to oppose permitting deal ift.tt/1kBCGiL

@EENewsUpdates EPRA expands oil & gas leasing and fast-tracks LNG projects, harming frontline Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities already facing environmental injustices. It weakens safeguards, worsens health outcomes, and locks in fossil fuel dependency. We need a just transition now!

Her work highlights the deep connection between cultural heritage and environmental justice. This month, we celebrate Irene’s dedication to creating a sustainable future and honor leaders like her who are driving positive change for our planet. #LatinxHeritageMonth

Meet Irene Burga, a passionate environmental justice advocate and Climate Justice & Clean Air Program Director at @GreenLatinos . Irene is committed to helping communities thrive and breathe clean air while safeguarding future generations.

Learn more in Episode 26 of our Uptown Chats Podcast with @VesselProjectLA about LNG risks.

The U.S has made progress on clean energy, but some policies still head in the #WrongDirection for EJ. The Energy Permitting Reform Act could: 🛢️ Exempt oil & gas from oversight ⚠️ Fast-track harmful fossil fuel projects

Another example of the dangers of #carboncapture: @ADMupdates has paused its #CCS project after discovering dangerous seepage from one of its wells (via @leahjdouglas & @Reuters).#Wrongdirection We can't afford to wait for a disaster." - @ecopamchicago reuters.com/sustainability…

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, meet Paulina López, Executive Director of @drcc_org and a leading voice in environmental justice movement. Paulina embodies her heritage’s core values—respect for the environment, and a commitment to serving her community.