Chitra Kumar
@ch1traku.bsky.social
Science, Environment, Social Change, Strategy, Leadership, Humility, Growth. She/Her. (All views my own)
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The Trump admin "has been forced to acknowledge its unlawful actions and release gov. documents related to this case, which will allow the public to see for itself how the DOE and EPA worked in concert to solicit a report with predetermined conclusions aimed at overturning the Endangerment Finding."
Newly Disclosed Records Show Trump Administration’s Unlawful Actions Related to Secretly Formed “Climate Working Group”
Newly disclosed records obtained by UCS and EDF about the Trump administration’s “Climate Working Group” reveal brazenly unlawful actions behind the creation of a report that underlies the administrat...
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January 22, 2026 at 9:07 PM
The Trump admin "has been forced to acknowledge its unlawful actions and release gov. documents related to this case, which will allow the public to see for itself how the DOE and EPA worked in concert to solicit a report with predetermined conclusions aimed at overturning the Endangerment Finding."
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December 16, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Looking for a climate friendly gift for the science lovers in your life? 🌍🔬
Check out the UCS web store, where every item is sustainably and ethically sourced & sweatshop free! Thoughtful gifts that stand up for science and the planet.
Check out the UCS web store, where every item is sustainably and ethically sourced & sweatshop free! Thoughtful gifts that stand up for science and the planet.
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We were proud to stand alongside @earthjustice.org @greenlatinos.org @actonclimateus.bsky.social @momscleanairforce.org as well as the countless others who submitted public comments. act.ucsusa.org/3ItQEvF
Over 1,000 Scientists Call on EPA to Do Its Job: Heed Best Available Climate Science to Protect Public from Global Warming Pollution
UCS today submitted a letter with more than 1,000 signatory scientists and experts, objecting to the EPA's proposal to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding.
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September 18, 2025 at 3:01 PM
We were proud to stand alongside @earthjustice.org @greenlatinos.org @actonclimateus.bsky.social @momscleanairforce.org as well as the countless others who submitted public comments. act.ucsusa.org/3ItQEvF
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“As scientists, public health experts, and economists, we can attest to the indisputable scientific evidence of human-caused climate change, its harmful impacts on people's health and well-being, and the devastating costs it is imposing,” states the letter. @casten.house.gov, @mikelevin.org
September 18, 2025 at 3:01 PM
“As scientists, public health experts, and economists, we can attest to the indisputable scientific evidence of human-caused climate change, its harmful impacts on people's health and well-being, and the devastating costs it is imposing,” states the letter. @casten.house.gov, @mikelevin.org
Glad to have been part of this moment.
Yesterday, UCS staff joined Members of Congress and climate, public health, and clean vehicles advocates at the Capitol to hand deliver a letter signed by over 1,000 scientists objecting to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s outrageous proposal to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding.🧵
September 18, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Glad to have been part of this moment.
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Environmental justice (EJ) is about fairness and access to a healthy and safe environment for all people. The Trump administration has disrupted and disbanded EJ initiatives including funding, research, and projects. Yet, this important work has and must continue. 🧵
August 28, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Environmental justice (EJ) is about fairness and access to a healthy and safe environment for all people. The Trump administration has disrupted and disbanded EJ initiatives including funding, research, and projects. Yet, this important work has and must continue. 🧵
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It's a sad day when our leaders turn their back on long established science to try and roll back public health protections while the dangers of climate change are palpable on a daily basis. We cannot let this stand. www.ucs.org/about/news/t...
Trump Administration Launches Broadside Attack on Science-Backed Endangerment Finding, Public Health Protections
Trump Administration Launches Broadside Attack on Science-Backed Endangerment Finding, Climate and Public Health Protections
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July 29, 2025 at 6:50 PM
It's a sad day when our leaders turn their back on long established science to try and roll back public health protections while the dangers of climate change are palpable on a daily basis. We cannot let this stand. www.ucs.org/about/news/t...
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Today, the EPA released a proposal that would gut the 2009 Endangerment Finding. “These actions by Lee Zeldin are anti-science and backed by the fossil fuel industry, said Chitra Kumar, Managing Director, UCS Climate & Energy campaign.
July 29, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Today, the EPA released a proposal that would gut the 2009 Endangerment Finding. “These actions by Lee Zeldin are anti-science and backed by the fossil fuel industry, said Chitra Kumar, Managing Director, UCS Climate & Energy campaign.
This is the largest steerable radio telescope in the world today. It’s in a remote part of WV - providing economic development for the community while advancing science worldwide. Funded by NSF. Thank you, federal government.
July 28, 2025 at 3:11 AM
This is the largest steerable radio telescope in the world today. It’s in a remote part of WV - providing economic development for the community while advancing science worldwide. Funded by NSF. Thank you, federal government.
Thanks to Charles for entrusting UCS with his message.
Environmental Justice leader Charles Lee shares important lessons from the movement’s early days. "Speaking from the perspective of having worked on EJ issues since before they even had a name, I have no doubt that we will continue to make progress." Read his blog:
An Important Lesson for These Times from Environmental Justice’s Earliest Days
EJ's ability to make a difference in overburdened and underserved communities will be drastically affected by what happens within the federal government, but its vibrancy has never been predicated on ...
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July 15, 2025 at 2:22 AM
Thanks to Charles for entrusting UCS with his message.
UCS Action Hour Kickoff secure.ucs.org/a/2025-6-11-...
UCS Action Hour Kickoff
Join the Union of Concerned Scientists for our first Action Hour to learn about the current budget reconciliation process and what it means for climate, energy, and transportation policies. Wednesday,...
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June 10, 2025 at 12:49 PM
UCS Action Hour Kickoff secure.ucs.org/a/2025-6-11-...
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Federal lawmakers are attempting to roll back critical clean vehicle standards, putting public health and climate progress at risk. Tell your Senators: don't undo our clean air future.
Take action with @ucs.org today!
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Take action with @ucs.org today!
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Don't Let Congress Attack Critical Clean Vehicle Standards
Call today and urge your senators to oppose any resolutions that would reverse our right to reduce tailpipe pollution from cars and trucks and protect clean air.
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May 19, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Federal lawmakers are attempting to roll back critical clean vehicle standards, putting public health and climate progress at risk. Tell your Senators: don't undo our clean air future.
Take action with @ucs.org today!
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Take action with @ucs.org today!
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A new tribute to Neil Young, a benefit for The Bridge School features new covers of Neil songs by XPN faves Kathleen Edwards, Courtney Barnett, Fiona Apple, Brandi Carlile and more.
Brandi Carlile loves "Philadelphia": Hear her sing the Neil Young classic for a new Bridge School benefit - WXPN | Vinyl At Heart
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April 26, 2025 at 2:09 PM
A new tribute to Neil Young, a benefit for The Bridge School features new covers of Neil songs by XPN faves Kathleen Edwards, Courtney Barnett, Fiona Apple, Brandi Carlile and more.
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“Congress needs to push back on these disastrous cuts, because this scientific enterprise has been built up by investments over decades from U.S. taxpayers,” Rachel Cleetus of @ucsusa.bsky.social told @sachimulkey.bsky.social of @grist.org.
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A siege on science: How Trump is undoing an American legacy
In its first 100 days, the Trump administration has slashed federal agencies, canceled national reports, and yanked university funding.
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April 30, 2025 at 7:59 PM
“Congress needs to push back on these disastrous cuts, because this scientific enterprise has been built up by investments over decades from U.S. taxpayers,” Rachel Cleetus of @ucsusa.bsky.social told @sachimulkey.bsky.social of @grist.org.
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The last 100 days have been an unprecedented assault on American science. Our scientists. Our institutions. And the people around the world who rely on it. We must stand united and speak up. Our collective future depends on it. #ScienceMatters www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPlu... savesciencenow.org
You Need Science. Now Science Needs You.
YouTube video by Union of Concerned Scientists
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May 2, 2025 at 3:04 AM
The last 100 days have been an unprecedented assault on American science. Our scientists. Our institutions. And the people around the world who rely on it. We must stand united and speak up. Our collective future depends on it. #ScienceMatters www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPlu... savesciencenow.org
The Administration is taking a chainsaw to science
Protesters Rally Against Trump: ‘Democracy Not Dictatorship’
Mass protests kicked off around the country Saturday to oppose Trump administration policies that organizers say favor billionaires over everyday people.
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April 6, 2025 at 11:34 PM
The Administration is taking a chainsaw to science
Rand Paul: “Our Constitution was very specific that taxes — tariffs are a tax — taxes originate in the House, come to the Senate and then go the president…They don’t just go to the president and no one else. What kind of system would it be if all of our taxes and laws were passed by one person?”
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April 3, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Rand Paul: “Our Constitution was very specific that taxes — tariffs are a tax — taxes originate in the House, come to the Senate and then go the president…They don’t just go to the president and no one else. What kind of system would it be if all of our taxes and laws were passed by one person?”
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Grateful for every day 💪🏻🩷
March 25, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Grateful for every day 💪🏻🩷
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“This abhorrent move will leave those living, working, studying, and playing near polluting industries, smog-forming traffic & contaminated waterways and soil, with little support from the very agency they rely on to enforce protective laws.”—Chitra Kumar, MD of the Climate & Energy Program at UCS.
Trump Administration Slashes EPA Environmental Justice Offices, Dealing Blow to Communities Overburdened by Pollution
Trump Administration Slashes EPA Environmental Justice Offices, Dealing Blow to Communities Overburdened by Pollution
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March 13, 2025 at 12:56 PM
“This abhorrent move will leave those living, working, studying, and playing near polluting industries, smog-forming traffic & contaminated waterways and soil, with little support from the very agency they rely on to enforce protective laws.”—Chitra Kumar, MD of the Climate & Energy Program at UCS.
Scientists & experts: Add your name to this open letter calling on Congress and the Trump administration to ensure that NOAA and its sub-agencies remain fully funded and staffed, and that the independent, trusted science the agency produces is protected. act.ucsusa.org/4kajJuk
Science at Risk: Protect NOAA
Scientists & experts: Add your name to this open letter calling on Congress and the Trump administration to ensure that NOAA and its sub-agencies remain fully funded and staffed, and that the independ...
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February 20, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Scientists & experts: Add your name to this open letter calling on Congress and the Trump administration to ensure that NOAA and its sub-agencies remain fully funded and staffed, and that the independent, trusted science the agency produces is protected. act.ucsusa.org/4kajJuk
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"The consequences of a gutted EPA and Interior will be deadly. Thousands of lives will be put at risk from increased pollution, toxic exposure, and climate-fueled disasters. Science, not politics, should guide environmental policy."
Our full statement: www.actonclimate.com/post/cacs-ma...
Our full statement: www.actonclimate.com/post/cacs-ma...
CAC’s Margie Alt Responds to EPA Staff Cuts
"By wholesale firing scientists, people in charge of responding to local emergencies like train derailments and fires, and other experts who work to protect us from air pollution and the pollution dri...
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February 14, 2025 at 10:20 PM
"The consequences of a gutted EPA and Interior will be deadly. Thousands of lives will be put at risk from increased pollution, toxic exposure, and climate-fueled disasters. Science, not politics, should guide environmental policy."
Our full statement: www.actonclimate.com/post/cacs-ma...
Our full statement: www.actonclimate.com/post/cacs-ma...