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Working towards healthy communities by advocating to reduce public health impacts from air pollution and advance environmental justice. #CleanAirNow

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Promotional poster by Air Houston Authority explaining "What is an emission event?" It describes emission events as unauthorized pollution releases due to various scenarios, affecting air quality. The background is a stylized illustration of industrial structures with smoke, set against a clear sky. Text and logos are prominently displayed.

Promotional poster by Air Houston Authority explaining "What is an emission event?" It describes emission events as unauthorized pollution releases due to various scenarios, affecting air quality. The background is a stylized illustration of industrial structures with smoke, set against a clear sky. Text and logos are prominently displayed.

22.01.2026 22:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A poster titled "In the event of a chemical emergency" by Poison Control, providing safety instructions such as listening to radio/TV for updates, following evacuation directions, gathering emergency supplies, using maps for safe travel routes, and sealing windows. For more information, visit osha.gov. The background is slate with white and teal text, featuring a minimalist design.

A poster titled "In the event of a chemical emergency" by Poison Control, providing safety instructions such as listening to radio/TV for updates, following evacuation directions, gathering emergency supplies, using maps for safe travel routes, and sealing windows. For more information, visit osha.gov. The background is slate with white and teal text, featuring a minimalist design.

22.01.2026 22:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A flyer titled "What can you do about it?" from the organization Strongest Air, informing about community mobilization for cleaner air. It includes bullet points on how to get involved and a photo of an individual at an industrial site, wearing a cap and smiling.

A flyer titled "What can you do about it?" from the organization Strongest Air, informing about community mobilization for cleaner air. It includes bullet points on how to get involved and a photo of an individual at an industrial site, wearing a cap and smiling.

22.01.2026 22:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Infographic presenting various environmental statistics related to ExxonMobil and Air Liquide. Includes data on pollution, chemical spills, and utility loss from 2017 to 2024 with respective icons for visual illustration.

Infographic presenting various environmental statistics related to ExxonMobil and Air Liquide. Includes data on pollution, chemical spills, and utility loss from 2017 to 2024 with respective icons for visual illustration.

22.01.2026 22:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
An infographic from Air Resolution showing statistics and details of air pollution events at Magellan Galena Park, with an image of smoke plumes emerging from industrial tanks, dated March 17, 2019.

An infographic from Air Resolution showing statistics and details of air pollution events at Magellan Galena Park, with an image of smoke plumes emerging from industrial tanks, dated March 17, 2019.

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Image displays a report summary on pollution events from ExxonMobil Baytown from 2017 to 2024, highlighting a significant pollution event caused by Hurricane Harvey. A small photo shows the ExxonMobil Baytown Refinery alongside a river.

Image displays a report summary on pollution events from ExxonMobil Baytown from 2017 to 2024, highlighting a significant pollution event caused by Hurricane Harvey. A small photo shows the ExxonMobil Baytown Refinery alongside a river.

22.01.2026 22:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Graph from TCEQ Air Emission Event Report Database showing total quantities of air pollutants emitted in Harris County from 2017 to 2024, displayed in a bar chart. The chart highlights a significant increase in emissions caused by unexpected events, with 2024 projections included. Background image features industrial smokestacks emitting smoke.

Graph from TCEQ Air Emission Event Report Database showing total quantities of air pollutants emitted in Harris County from 2017 to 2024, displayed in a bar chart. The chart highlights a significant increase in emissions caused by unexpected events, with 2024 projections included. Background image features industrial smokestacks emitting smoke.

22.01.2026 22:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional poster by Air Alliance Houston titled 'The Truth about Emission Events', highlighting pollution issues in Houston with an image of smoke rising from industrial buildings in the background.

Promotional poster by Air Alliance Houston titled 'The Truth about Emission Events', highlighting pollution issues in Houston with an image of smoke rising from industrial buildings in the background.

πŸš€ We are launching a series in conjunction with our upcoming "Emissions Events" Report πŸ“Š

Part 1–The Truth about Emissions Events: Naming what's really happening in Houston.

22.01.2026 22:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Can Houstonians live in the city without a car? See what residents say. Some Houstonians described how they travel within a city dominated by cars. How do they make it work?

In a car-centric city, can a Houstonian live without an automobile? Here’s what residents say. www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...

08.10.2025 16:53 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you, @urbaninstitute.bsky.social, for the recognition of our work!

This grant will help us continue doing the data-driven work that helps our communities stay informed about the air quality in their area and how they can best protect themselves and their loved ones.

15.09.2025 18:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Why Houstonians are pushing back on Trump climate rollbacks Houston's emissions and extreme weather vulnerability make it "ground zero for climate change," according to local critics of a proposed end to the EPA's endangerment finding.

β€˜Ground zero for climate change’: Houstonians react to Trump climate rollbacks www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...

05.09.2025 16:41 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Why Houston and Harris County are battling over your toll money A bill proposed by state Sen. Paul Bettencourt would hand Houston $80 million in Harris County toll road funds to reimburse police and fire first responders.

Toll road cash grab isn't fair for Harris County | Editorial www.houstonchronicle.com/opinion/edit...

23.05.2025 21:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Major Takeaways from LyondellBasell Permit Meeting:

πŸ­πŸ’¨ They are NOT shutting down but β€œmodifying” operations
πŸ”₯πŸ₯€ They want to burn plastic and call it recycling
🀨 The application is to RENEW an existing even though it’s a new type of facility β€” that’s weird

#DenythePermit

07.05.2025 01:53 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Bar chart of polling data from Data For Progress.
Title: Voters Across Party Lines Believe All Companies Should Be Required to Follow Clean Air Act Rules, Without Exemptions.
Description: Recently, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency created a new rule that allows companies to email President Trump directly to request an exemption from following air pollution rules that are currently required by the Clean Air Act. Which statement comes closer to your view, even if neither is exactly right?
Response Options:
A) All companies should be required to follow air pollution rules required by the Clean Air Act.
B) Don't know
C) Individual companies should be allowed to request a direct exemption from President Trump to avoid following air pollution rules required by the Clean Air Act.
All likely voters β€” 69% chose A, 9% chose B, 23% chose C
Democrat β€” 78% chose A, 7% chose B, 16% chose C
Independent / Third party β€” 70% chose A, 10% chose B, 20% chose C
Republican β€” 59% chose A, 10% chose B, 31% chose C

April 7–8, 2025 survey of 1,196 U.S. likely voters.

Bar chart of polling data from Data For Progress. Title: Voters Across Party Lines Believe All Companies Should Be Required to Follow Clean Air Act Rules, Without Exemptions. Description: Recently, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency created a new rule that allows companies to email President Trump directly to request an exemption from following air pollution rules that are currently required by the Clean Air Act. Which statement comes closer to your view, even if neither is exactly right? Response Options: A) All companies should be required to follow air pollution rules required by the Clean Air Act. B) Don't know C) Individual companies should be allowed to request a direct exemption from President Trump to avoid following air pollution rules required by the Clean Air Act. All likely voters β€” 69% chose A, 9% chose B, 23% chose C Democrat β€” 78% chose A, 7% chose B, 16% chose C Independent / Third party β€” 70% chose A, 10% chose B, 20% chose C Republican β€” 59% chose A, 10% chose B, 31% chose C April 7–8, 2025 survey of 1,196 U.S. likely voters.

NEW from Jen Hadayia @airalliancehou.bsky.social & me:

69% of voters oppose the EPA's new "just email Trump" loophole for polluters. Trump's deregulatory actions don’t happen in a vacuum -- they have very real & harmful impacts, esp. in a place like Houston.
www.dataforprogress.org/insights/202...

30.04.2025 13:22 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Bar chart of polling data from Data For Progress.
Title: 2 in 3 Voters Are Concerned About Repeals of Environmental Protections.
Description: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin recently announced efforts to repeal dozens of U.S. environmental protections. This includes repealing water, air, and public health protections, including regulations designed to limit emissions of mercury from power plants, set standards for harmful air pollutants, and protect safe drinking water. Knowing this, how concerned are you about these proposed repeals?
All likely voters β€” More concerned: 68%, Less concerned: 32%
Democrat β€” More concerned: 88%, Less concerned: 12%
Independent / Third party β€” More concerned: 74%, Less concerned: 26%
Republican β€” More concerned: 44%, Less concerned: 56%
Black or African American β€” More concerned: 79%, Less concerned: 21%
White β€” More concerned: 65%, Less concerned: 35%
Latino β€” More concerned: 82%, Less concerned: 18%

April 7–8, 2025 survey of 1,196 U.S. likely voters.

Bar chart of polling data from Data For Progress. Title: 2 in 3 Voters Are Concerned About Repeals of Environmental Protections. Description: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin recently announced efforts to repeal dozens of U.S. environmental protections. This includes repealing water, air, and public health protections, including regulations designed to limit emissions of mercury from power plants, set standards for harmful air pollutants, and protect safe drinking water. Knowing this, how concerned are you about these proposed repeals? All likely voters β€” More concerned: 68%, Less concerned: 32% Democrat β€” More concerned: 88%, Less concerned: 12% Independent / Third party β€” More concerned: 74%, Less concerned: 26% Republican β€” More concerned: 44%, Less concerned: 56% Black or African American β€” More concerned: 79%, Less concerned: 21% White β€” More concerned: 65%, Less concerned: 35% Latino β€” More concerned: 82%, Less concerned: 18% April 7–8, 2025 survey of 1,196 U.S. likely voters.

NEW w/ @airalliancehou.bsky.social: A majority of voters (68%) are concerned about the Trump administration’s proposed repeals of environmental protections.

30.04.2025 14:54 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 2

After seeing this map, it should shock no one that voters are concerned by Trump's repeals of environmental protections. New data from @dataforprogress.org and @airalliancehou.bsky.social finds that a strong majority (68%) are concerned.

www.dataforprogress.org/insights/202...

01.05.2025 13:39 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 The EPA is rolling back regulations and slashing funding for environmental justice organizations, but Air Alliance Houston is standing strong!

Donate today to help us continue our vital work in the face of these cuts: airalliancehouston.org/donate πŸ™

01.05.2025 15:35 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🀝Statement from Air Alliance Houston in Support of Councilmember Plummer’s 100 Days Plastic Free Initiative🚫 🍽️

We thank Councilmember Plummer for championing this plastic-free initiative and taking bold action for our city.

Read the full statement ➑️ bit.ly/3YmtyMt

#100DaysPlasticFree

29.04.2025 22:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump EPA cuts halt effort to right decades of pollution in Greater Fifth Ward The Trump administration has suspended hundreds of EPA grants nationwide, as they seek to slash government spending.

"These are harms that have been levied against communities for decades, not just by industry but by the regulators who would not curtail them," said Jennifer Hadayia, executive director of Air Alliance Houston.

www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/art...

23.04.2025 14:57 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Harris County has a new Climate Justice Plan. What is it about? The plan, developed with foundation funds and community input, sets sustainable urban objectives. It does not yet define how Harris County will get there.

www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...

23.04.2025 14:56 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Public comment period open on natural gas processing plant in TX

oilandgaswatch.org/alert/rec_cv...

@airalliancehou.bsky.social @fencelinewatch.bsky.social @bayoucitywk.bsky.social @publiccitizentx.bsky.social @houstonchronicle.com

19.03.2025 11:00 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🏭 🚚 πŸ’¨ Ozone Action Alert for Tuesday, March 25, 2025😷

We have our FIRST high ozone day of the year. Consider making outdoor activities shorter and less intense, as the air quality is unhealthy for sensitive groups.

#FirstOzoneDay2025 #CleanAirForAll #HoustonAirQuality

25.03.2025 15:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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How closing the EPA's science office could impact Houston’s approach to health A leaked plan from EPA Administrator Zeldin to do away with the agency’s research office caught many by surprise. What does the EPA's science arm do in Houston?

How an end to the EPA science office could impact Houston’s environmental health work www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...

25.03.2025 01:25 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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✊ Houston environmental groups respond to the EPA’s rollback on environmental protections 🚫 🏭 πŸ’¨

Read the full statement here: bit.ly/4bPjNvw

13.03.2025 20:26 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ›οΈ Commission Shift’s Carbon Capture and Storage Advocacy Day at the Capitol πŸ‘₯πŸ—£οΈ

Thank you Commission Shift for organizing an AWESOME and PRODUCTIVE day at our state’s Capitol.

#CarbonCaptureandStorage #CommissionShift #RailroadCommission #OrphanWells #Texas #TXLege #89TxLege

03.03.2025 21:22 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you @afahchouston for an amazing 2025 Power Summit full of shared knowledge and important conversations.

Our very own Executive Director, Jennifer Hadayia, participated in a panel discussing environmental justice and the ways our communities are impacted by air pollution.

#CleanAirforAll

01.03.2025 22:54 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us next Friday, March 7th, at the Texas Capitol! We will be lobbying for bills to stop plastic pollution from entering into our environment and more. #ResistRespectRestore environmentamerica.org/texas/events... @airalliancehou.bsky.social + @EnvironmentTex

27.02.2025 18:38 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ›οΈThe 89th Texas Legislative Session is LIVE!βš–οΈ

Join us at one of the many advocacy days happening and advocate for your community β€” have some questions about you can expect? Swipe to check out our quick guide on navigating an advocacy day at the Lege!

27.02.2025 00:08 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🚲 πŸ’¨ πŸ“ˆ First 'Sampling the City' of the Year 🀩 🚴

Join us Saturday, March 29, at 8 am for a community bike ride through #DenverHarbor and #FifthWard πŸ“

We will monitor multiple air pollutants, including for Particulate Matter.

12.02.2025 00:12 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 6pm as we partner with the office of State Rep Walle, East Aldine Civic Association, and Baker Ripley to bring you a Town Hall to discuss legislation that is aimed at addressing concerns regarding Concrete Batch Plants in our neighborhoods. πŸš«πŸ­πŸ’¨

12.02.2025 00:12 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0