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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 12h

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we're partnering with Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania to recognize the toll that #ClimateAnxiety takes on all of us, especially young people. We all have a responsibility to take action to address #ClimateChange.
#Pennsylvania #EnvironmentalJustice

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 3d

Only hours left! Stand with PSR PA to protect health and demand clean air for all. Make your Earth Gives gift now: buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #CleanAir”

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 3d

We’re halfway through Earth Gives! Together we can make a real difference. Help us reach our goal—every dollar supports the fight for clean air.
Donate now: buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #AirJustice”

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 3d

Today is Earth Gives! Join PSR PA in the fight for clean air and healthier communities. Your donation helps protect families from toxic pollution. 💙 Donate now: buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #CleanAirNow”

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 4d

Tomorrow’s the day! Join PSR PA for Earth Gives and help fight for clean air and environmental justice across Pennsylvania. Every breath matters—be part of the change: buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #AirJustice”

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 8d

“A person cannot choose to eat healthier foods if they are unavailable or unaffordable, just as they cannot choose to breathe clean air if the air where they live is polluted,” writes Dagley.
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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 10d

Clean air is health care. On October 7th, you can stand with PSR PA to protect health and fight toxic pollution. Together, we can clear the air. buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #CleanAirForAll”

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 10d

Living next to industry isn’t just about polluted air & water—it’s about anxiety, depression, and resilience under pressure.

Our new report, The Polluter Next Door, highlights the mental & emotional toll calls on healthcare providers to take action.

Read the report: buff.ly/EVAUs0D
#PublicHealth

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 11d

TOMORROW along with the release of our new report!
PSR PA’s Climate Anxiety Webinar is happening Sept 30 at 6 PM ET.
We’ll share insights on eco-anxiety, youth impacts, and practical coping tools.
Reserve your spot today → buff.ly/R7gj2nC

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 14d

"Instead of being a champion for his constituents who are suffering health harms from fossil fuel extraction in the state, Gov. Shapiro has been busy developing alliances and deals with the gas industry..."
Josephine Gingerich

Gov. Shapiro, don’t sell Pa. out to polluters • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

Pennsylvania is at the epicenter of a dangerous fossil fuel agenda — and unfortunately, Governor Josh Shapiro is paving the way.

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 14d

Sign this letter if you beleive that dirty development shouldn't continually impact the same neighborhoods.

Tell your state lawmaker to vote for environmental justice

Tell your state lawmaker that they have a chance to help reduce more air pollution in some of our most polluted communities, but that you're counting on them to vote yes!

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 14d

Just 2 weeks until Earth Gives! Help us protect children, families, and communities from toxic pollutants. Every gift brings us closer to clean, healthy air. buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #CleanAirNow”

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 15d

“We decline to be included in the advisory committee for this legislation as we cannot and do not support the bill (HB502) in its current form,” wrote the Physicians for Social Responsibility of Pennsylvania.

Doctors speak out against Shapiro energy board plan

(The Center Square) - Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Lightning Plan promises to combine his commitment to win investments in the artificial intelligence sector with a focus on improving permitting processes that

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 16d

Some of the most dangerous chemicals from plastics are burned during wildfires. 🔥 Plastic Pollution Coalition’s latest report reveals how the built environment is full of toxic plastic, making wildfires worse—build back better, with sustainable materials. bit.ly/46E9l88 #PlasticPollutes

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 17d

Frontline communities breathe the dirtiest air. At PSR PA, we fight back with science, advocacy, and education. Together, we can demand clean air for all.
Mark your calendar: October 7th is Earth Gives! buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #EnvironmentalJustice”

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 20d

Zulene Mayfield, a Chester environmental activist who has led a fight to shut down the Reworld facility for decades, lauded the ordinance.
“Everybody deserves air that is clean enough to sustain life."

Philly burns a lot of its trash. A new Council ordinance would stop that.

Currently, the city sends more than one-third of its trash to the Delaware Valley Resource Recovery Facility owned by Reworld, formerly Covanta, in Chester.

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 20d

Big Promise or Big Problems? Ethical Considerations for the AI Boom
Register here: bit.ly/AIPromiseOrP... #aihype #datacenters

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 20d

Every breath should be safe. Yet too many Pennsylvanians live with toxic air that exacerbates conditions like asthma, heart disease, and cancer. On Oct 7th, you can help PSR PA fight for justice. Save the date! buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #AirJustice

Earth Gives Day

Let's make a change together. Join me in investing in climate and environmental nonprofits on Earth Gives Day, October 7, 2025!

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 21d

Matt Shorraw: Natural gas not sustainable for Pa.'s data centers
"If sustainability means protecting human health and reducing environmental burdens, natural gas fails the test."
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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 21d

The Trump administration continues to spread misinformation and attack clean energy. Let’s get things straight: Solar energy is good for our climate, our economy and our communities. #SunDayofAction

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 21d

Data centers have become a known culprit in rising energy usage and costs across the country, and PJM is planning data center expansion projects in your backyard without community input.
Learn more: buff.ly/736XyCm #datacenters #aihype #pjm #peopleoverprofits

PJM is planning data center expansion projects without community input

On September 9th, PJM’s Transmission Expansion Advisory Committee held a meeting to review PPL’s current supplemental expansion projects for Northeast PA. All projects covered in this meeting are…

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 21d

⏳ Don’t miss it—just a few days left!
PSR PA’s Climate Anxiety Webinar is happening Sept 22 at 6 PM ET.
We’ll share insights on eco-anxiety, youth impacts, and practical coping tools.
Reserve your spot today → lu.ma/zpieny8t

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 23d

Attention Pennsylvania Health Professionals: Register now and learn more about how fracking impacts the health of patients and communities.
Learn more here: buff.ly/uI6xRzp

Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 23d

Did you know Pennsylvania ranks among the worst states for air pollution? Toxic pollutants harm children, seniors, and frontline communities the most. On October 7th, join PSR PA during Earth Gives to fight for clean air and healthier lives: buff.ly/Fn9z37W #EarthGives #CleanAir

Earth Gives Day

Let's make a change together. Join me in investing in climate and environmental nonprofits on Earth Gives Day, October 7, 2025!

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Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania @psrpennsylvania.bsky.social · 24d

Climate change can leave us feeling discouraged. But there are ways to cope, connect, and take action.
Join PSR PA’s Climate Anxiety Webinar for strategies you can use right away.
📅 Sept 22 | 6–7:30 PM ET
🔗 Register: lu.ma/zpieny8t