Archive for July 2026
ACAT’s July Newsletter
In this latest update, Alaska Community Action on Toxics (ACAT) reflects on Governor Dunleavy’s disappointing veto of HB 25—Alaskan legislation aimed at phasing out polystyrene foodware—while reaffirming their ongoing commitment to combating plastic pollution and protecting public health alongside local advocates. The newsletter also highlights several upcoming community events and initiatives, including Plastic Free July…
Read MoreTell Congress: Protect our health. Don’t weaken TSCA!
Congress could begin rolling back our nation’s chemical safety law as early as this month, and Alaskans have too much at stake to stay silent. From the fish we depend on and the water we drink to the products we bring into our homes, every Alaskan deserves protection from toxic chemicals. But chemical industry lobbyists…
Read MoreHope Into Action: Young Voices for Environmental Justice, Health, and Community Resilience
Young people are at the forefront of movements for environmental and climate justice, community health, and social change. Join us for an inspiring conversation with young adult advocates who are working to strengthen their communities through leadership, education, cultural knowledge, and collective action. In this inspiring conversation with Paniinguar Aishah Yamani, Charitie Ropati, Sonny Ahkivgak, Jayden Lampe, and…
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