The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to repeal the Biden administration's 2024 Carbon Pollution Standards, which would have required many coal and gas plants to cut 90% of their carbon emissions by 2032. Together, these actions are designed to permanently strip EPA of its authority to limit climate pollution under the Clean Air Act, leaving …
Valero Refining-Texas, L.P. has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for Federal Operating Permit no O4898, which would authorize the operation of the Valero Houston Refinery located at 9701 Manchester St, Houston, Texas, 77012. Learn more about the permit application and this upcoming meeting here.
The Houston Parking Reform Coalition cordially invites you to celebrate a future with fewer parking lots. Park(ing) Day is a global event where citizens, artists, and designers temporarily transform parking spaces into tiny, temporary public parks and social spaces. Saturday, October 3, 10 AM to 2 PM at 3401 Harrisburg Blvd.; live music, games, food, …
We encourage community members to be involved in decisions that affect their lives. While the council always has important matters and information there are not always air quality or environmental justice issues on the agenda. When these issues do come up on the agenda we value community support in protecting previously underserved groups from poor air quality.
This past February, Starbucks announced that 100% of their plastic cups would be recycled. While this sounds like it would make a huge difference in terms of waste reduction, a report by Beyond Plastics seems to show the opposite. According to the Beyond Plastics report, 90% of the Starbucks cups and straws tracked were either …
AA Concrete Ready Mix LLC has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for an Air Quality Standard Permit for Concrete Batch Plants, Registration Number 183358, which would authorize the construction of a permanent concrete batch plant located at 17707 Highway 36, Needville, Fort Bend County, Texas 77461. Learn more about the permit application …
This group was founded in response to the Texas Department of Transportation’s North Houston Highway Improvement Project. Their meetings are announced via their newsletter (register here) and on their social media (Instagram: @stoptxdot-i45). Each meeting will have general updates on the project and planning on actions/strategy against the project as it stands. Air Alliance Houston’s main point of contact with Stop TxDOT I-45 is Melissa Beeler – [email protected]
The Houston Climate Movement has monthly meetings, often with a guest to discuss climate change in various forms.
The Chemical Risk Expo is an event focused on managing and preventing risks involving hazardous chemicals, especially in industries like petrochemicals, manufacturing, energy, and transportation. Because the Houston area is one of the world’s largest petrochemical and refining hubs, events like this attract many safety and engineering professionals. This conference is designed to inspire consequence …
Natural Disasters Expo USA is a gathering that aims to bring together professionals, experts and organisations from the entire disaster industry within the USA, including government representatives, NGOs, researchers, industry practitioners, First Responders, Military & Defence plus many more. The theme of exploring disasters as a whole, to raise awareness, foster collaboration, and share insights …
Each month, City of Houston Council Member Tarsha Jackson hosts the District B Monthly Briefing so constituents can be updated on the environmental issues in the district. Some city departments and other government offices may be invited to present information and important updates for the district B community.
E Z Waste Inc. has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for an Air Quality Permit, Registration Number 182699, which would authorize the operation of a permanent concrete crushing facility located near 10217 Wallisville Rd, Houston, Texas 77013. Learn more about the permit application and this upcoming meeting here.
