Environmental Justice

$75 million coal terminal plan reignites West Oakland fight

Federal coal funding sparks renewed debate over pollution, jobs and environmental justice.

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Weaker air pollution regulations harms Black women

Sacrificing public health regulations will disproportionately impact Black women

Toxic Inaction: Addressing Oakland’s Lead Crisis

Oakland neighborhoods remain vulnerable to lead poisoning.

West Oakland residents fight for better air quality

West Oakland residents face severe air quality challenges. Despite grassroots advocacy, their fight for environmental justice continues

A drone aerial shot of large pile of dark dust, which is coal, inside an open top container
SF Baykeeper Calls for Action: Submit Photo Evidence of Coal Pollution in Oakland

SF Baykeeper is requesting photos of coal pollution in specific areas of Oakland to petition the US EPA for stricter regulations on uncovered coal trains, citing health risks and environmental concerns due to coal dust contamination.

Youth Climate Strike hits Bay Area streets

Hundreds marched in San Francisco during the during September 2019 Youth Climate Strike.