Posted on · Air Alliance Houston recently released a report about pollution at a coal-fired power plant in the region and is asking community members to oppose its upcoming permit renewal.
Posted on · A report released Tuesday by the Environmental Integrity Project found that five industrial facilities in Harris County accounted for 45 of the 119 "excessive" emissions events reported to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality between September 2016 and August 2022. None was deemed to be a "chronic" polluter by the state agency.
Posted on · Ozone pollution can irritate and inflame the lungs, making it harder to breathe. It’s especially harmful to people with lung diseases such as asthma.
Posted on · In the past few days, air pollution levels in Houston have been spiking at levels considered unhealthy for the elderly and children and for people with health problems. Research points to a seasonal link to health effects.
Posted on · Houston’s pollution police are under attack by big oil companies who want the local chemical cops shut-down. The challenge went before the Texas Supreme Court.