Newsletters

Our June newsletter kicks off with a major legislative milestone: the historic passage of House Bill 25, a crucial bipartisan victory that begins phasing out toxic polystyrene foam food ware across Alaska. Inside this issue, we dive into what this means for public health, look ahead to our continued advocacy for PFAS drinking water standards,…

Catch up on our latest advocacy, community events, and tips for toxic-free living in the April 2026 ACAT Newsletter! This edition dives deep into the unexpected ways environmental health hits close to home—from recent scientific findings revealing how common backyard chemicals cycle through spring rain showers , to the inspiring story of local advocates fighting…

From the halls of the state capitol to our upcoming backyard garden workshops, ACAT is working hard to protect Alaskans from toxic chemical exposure. Read our latest updates to learn about our recent advocacy for safe drinking water standards in Juneau, a special tribute to Elder Bob Sam, and how you can take action on…

Our February newsletter is packed with ways to take action for a toxic-free Alaska. Check out our eco-friendly gift guide for Valentine’s Day, learn how to support critical state legislation regarding PFAS and polystyrene, and read about our local plastic-free coalitions. This issue also introduces our newest team member, honors hometown hero Robert Thompson, and…

Happy New Year from all of us at ACAT! We are kicking off a pivotal month of civic action and environmental justice advocacy. Inside this edition, you will find crucial updates on our legislative priorities for the upcoming session, our recent human rights submissions to the United Nations regarding PFAS contamination, and inspiring stories of…

Happy Holidays from the ACAT team! We are kicking off the season by sharing our top highlights and environmental justice milestones from 2025. Inside, Executive Director Pamela Miller breaks down our major collaborative triumphs—including global chemical bans, successful local initiatives like Plastic Free 907, and the legacy of our hometown heroes. To discover eco-friendly holiday…

Welcome to our November newsletter! This month, we are celebrating major community milestones on both a local and global scale. Inside, we share international updates on the fight to eliminate persistent organic pollutants, recap our latest collaborative conversations on community health, and warmly welcome our new Media and Communications Coordinator to the team. We are…

Our September newsletter starts with an urgent call to action for our children’s health, featuring an important CHE-Alaska webinar tomorrow, September 18th, on protecting future generations from environmental toxins. In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, this issue also explores the deeply connected linkages between toxic chemical exposures, environmental degradation, and community mental health, highlighting our…

Our July newsletter celebrates Plastic Free July by highlighting actionable ways to combat the global plastic crisis, including the launch of our new Plastic Free 907 coalition and its upcoming inaugural meeting at the Anchorage Museum SEED Lab. Inside this issue, we share the recorded recap of our recent webinar on community-driven breast cancer prevention…