Energy
Courses tagged with "Energy"
We hear from Liz Scott, Senior Director of Nationwide Advocacy, Clean Air at the American Lung Association, who speaks to how progress towards zero-emission transportation, including electric vehicles, is being threatened by federal actions, what the different regulatory mechanisms are (greenhouse gas standards, CAFE standards, tailpipe emissions standards) and why it’s important the community continue to advocate for a healthier transportation future.
This session explores how nursing educators and leaders can inspire the next generation of nurses to engage in climate education and environmental justice. Drawing from real-world examples, including the Planetary Health Report Card (PHRC) initiative in nursing, this presentation highlights innovative strategies for integrating climate justice into nursing curricula, fostering interprofessional collaboration, and building student capacity for advocacy. Participants will gain actionable tools and frameworks to support student leadership in addressing the health impacts of climate change, with a focus on equity, resilience, and systems-level change.
The ANHE Practice Forum presents the webinar “Medical Waste Incineration, Impact on Human Health, and Opportunities for Nursing Action.” In the United States (US), the number of operating medical waste incinerators has declined greatly, from more than 6,200 in 1988 to 33 in 2013. Remaining medical waste incinerators have been linked to a range of adverse health effects and environmental justice concerns. Featuring speakers Greg Sawtell, Carlos Sanchez, Deanna Benner, and Jeremy Greene, this webinar provides an overview of the health impacts of medical waste incineration and discusses opportunities for nursing action. We hear from members of the Curtis Bay Community Land Trust, a group that is creating communications with hospital systems that transport waste to Curtis Bay medical waste incinerator (the largest medical waste incinerator in the US!) and health professionals who are taking action on medical waste incineration at their hospital.
In this seminar, we introduce a new program that addresses climate, health and equity, Green Cars for Kids. This Florida-based nonprofit works to create a world where every child and pregnant person reaches their full health potential unhampered by transportation barriers. Our program coordinates transportation for low-income expectant mothers and children to healthcare visits using electric vehicles. The goals of the program are to improve the health of pregnant women and children by breaking down transportation barriers. By using electric vehicles, we contribute to reducing air pollution and carbon emissions that impact the health of frontline communities most.
Concerns are rising among Indigenous Peoples, frontline communities, scientists, and other representatives of civil society about the involvement of the fossil fuel and chemical industries, whose interests are in direct conflict with Global Plastic Treaty treaty objectives. In Alaska and the circumpolar Arctic, the combined effects of destructive extraction of fossil fuels, releases of oil and toxic chemicals associated with exploration and production of fossil fuels, and climate change are harming the health and well-being of communities. This webinar discusses the Global Plastic Treaty and how groups like Alaska Community Action on Toxics (ACAT) are participating in these negotiations. This webinar also discusses opportunities for nursing action where nurses can work strategically at the local, state and federal level.
Pennsylvania stands at a crossroads when it comes to jobs, health, and climate. The IRA has brought historic investments in clean energy and climate resilience - creating opportunities for healthier communities and stronger local economies. However, H.R. 1, the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” now threatens to rollback these gains by reducing or eliminating the clean energy tax credits that families and businesses count on to lower costs, create jobs, and improve health. This educational event unpacks what the IRA means for Pennsylvania’s communities, highlight the risks posed by H. R. 1, and explores how state level action can help protect and maintain clean energy progress. Attendees will leave with knowledge and tools to understand what’s at stake, how federal and state policies shape our future, and how Pennsylvanians can take action to advance climate and health opportunities across the Commonwealth.
he Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments gathered on June 4, 2025, at the Emory Conference Center in Atlanta, GA, for a half-day, in-person symposium for health professionals exploring how historic investments in clean energy and climate action are already creating healthier, more sustainable communities—right here in Georgia.
Investments in clean energy, climate resilience, and pollution reduction are directly improving air quality, expanding access to zero-emission transportation, and strengthening public health. At this symposium, expert speakers highlighted how these initiatives are already making an impact in local Georgia communities and shared real-world case studies and success stories. Attendees gained valuable insights into how nurses and health professionals can support and amplify this progress at the state and community level.
Designed to empower and inspire, this event provides the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to lead in advancing health-centered climate solutions and shaping a more equitable, sustainable future for all.
While heavy duty vehicles contribute to air pollution, less attention is often given to the ports where these vehicles originate. Join ANHE for a discussion about ports, emissions and health outcomes, especially as they relate to the potential policies and actions of the new administration.
Join speaker Regina Hsu, Senior Attorney in Earthjustice’s California Regional Office, where she works on the Right to Zero campaign. Regina primarily works to accelerate transportation electrification in California and nationwide. Much of her work centers on electrifying the goods movement industry and reducing pollution at the San Pedro Bay Ports, the largest port complex in the United States and single largest stationary source of pollution in the Los Angeles region.
Electric vehicles (EV) drastically reduce tailpipe pollution. While transitioning to a zero emissions transportation system is critical to reduce emissions from the transportation sector, the extraction and mining process to obtain the critical minerals needed for EVs creates concerns relating to environmental health impacts for communities near these extraction sites. As demand for critical minerals is growing, it is important for nurses to be aware of the potential for health impacts and what can be done to reduce harm. In this presentation, Jordan Brinn from the Natural Resources Defense Council provides a general overview of the relationship between electric vehicles and the reliance on mining of these minerals. Jordan also discusses how we can improve the mining process and reduce the need for mining, as well as the potential actions nurses can take to ensure health is protected in the transition to a zero emissions future.
Historic investments made possible through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), present an opportunity to make lasting, positive health outcomes for all Americans. The Inflation Reduction Act offers incentives for businesses, school districts, governments, and health systems to transition to zero-emission vehicles and renewable energy. This webinar will provide examples of programs implemented through IRA funding, specifically relating to electric school buses and clean energy programs in health systems.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) together represent the largest investment in climate resilience in the nation's history and are providing much-needed resources to communities across the country. The IRA alone delivers nearly $400 billion in federal investments to rapidly accelerate the transition toward zero-emission vehicles, reduce climate pollution and carbon emissions, improve air quality, and strengthen communities. These historic investments present an opportunity to make lasting, positive health outcomes for all Americans. This webinar provides an overview of how climate investments improve health outcomes, examples of local benefits to communities, and opportunities for nurses to promote implementation at a state and local level.
This seminar, jointly hosted by ANHE and the Georgia Nurses Association, explores the practical health impacts of climate change. Our first panelist, Roxana Chicas, defines the scope of the problems caused by climate change. It brings economic distress, threatens mental health, and disproportionately affects communities of color. In health, it disrupts healthcare-related supply chains. LaShea Haynes, our second panelist, elaborates on the unique position of low-income and marginalized communities in the intersection of health and climate. In particular, she stresses that we must reach out directly to these communities, as opposed to relying on assumptions of their needs. Our third panelist, Cary Ritzler, discusses clean energy systems and relevant legislation that may promote or threaten them. She stresses the individual's role in informing their community and engaging with their elected leaders. At the end of the seminar, the panelists respond to a few questions.
As the recent report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change emphasizes, we need to swiftly transition to clean and renewable energy to limit climate impacts. Doing so at the pace required calls for a just transition - a plan to move the economy away from its current extractive, fossil-fuel reliance to one that is robust and sustainable and places the health of people, workers, communities, and the planet as its priority. For the last century, workers across the country have brought us the "power" (coal, oil, and gas) to develop into a modern society and it is critical that these communities are part of discussions focused on how we move towards 100% clean energy. On this webinar, speakers from the Labor Network for Sustainability share more information about their recent report, "Workers and Communities in Transition: Report of the Just Transition Listening Project." This report was based on interviews with workers who currently work in the fossil fuel industries around the country. The overwhelming message from these workers makes it clear that we need a just transition plan. Watch the webinar to learn more about how nurses can support a just transition framework as they engage on climate solutions. We also explore the questions: As a nurse in a community that might see an industry and employees disrupted by our transition away from all things fossil fuels, what kinds of health, mental health and behavioral health issues might we expect to see? What would you want to make sure is in place ahead of time in order to keep the workers and community healthy and secure during and after the transition?
This webinar discusses clean energy and climate solutions for the health care sector. Three speakers provide examples of how their teams are leading the way towards 100% clean energy in their organizations.
Dr. Claire Richards shares her program of research on energy insecurity and its relationship to climate breakdown. Dr. Richards then discusses different approaches to describing and addressing co-occurring power outages, wildfire, and extreme heat in the Pacific Northwest.
As trusted advocates for both people and the planet, nurses play a pivotal role in creating a net zero, climate-resilient health and social care system. This session explores the principles of planetary health and their relevance to nursing and midwifery, highlighting how everyday clinical practice can advance the goals of net zero ambitions. Through reflection, practical examples, and new sustainability resources, nurses will be empowered to lead system-wide change—driving sustainable transformation and ensuring the health of future generations.
This session explores how nurses can apply systems thinking to support communities undergoing industrial transitions, emphasizing the health and mental health impacts of these changes, and the critical role of policy engagement and social safety nets in promoting a just transition for affected workers and families. A case study will be presented to illustrate real-world implications of a community impacted by a transition and the complex interrelationships surrounding the economic, health, and overall well-being of the community. By analyzing the interconnected social, economic, and environmental determinants of health, nurses are positioned to advocate for equitable policies that mitigate the adverse effects of deindustrialization and foster community resilience.
The fourth installment of our Nurses Drawdown series focuses on the intersection of health and energy policy. Global climate change has severely worsened many public health problems, and the root cause can often be traced to unsustainable energy practices. Our first panelist, Wanda Martin, details the extent of the problem in Saskatchewan, Canada. Her location poses a few unique challenges because the climate is unusually cold. Our second panelist, Maribel Castillon, discusses climate activism. She identifies several organizations that are allied with ANHE. Focus/emphasis on neighborhood drilling. Our third panelist, Jessica Fisher, focuses on the health impacts of oil, and "Line 3"--a proposed Minnesota pipeline--in particular. At the end of the seminar, our panelists answer questions from the audience.
This workshop series is intended to give nurses the tools with which to talk to community members and policy makers about the health impacts and urgency of climate change. Specific attention will be paid to nurse interventions within their hospitals and other health care settings. Health equity and policy options will be presented.
This workshop series covers the health impacts of air pollution and fires and related nurses’ roles and responsibilities and provides information that all nurses should know about how air pollution, including indoor air pollution, affects our health, with special attention to fire-related air pollution. Nurses will learn about the latest science regarding protective mask-use during bad air days, the ways in which our transportation policies impact our air and health, and how to identify major air polluters in your communities.