Friend,

The science is clear: Soot pollution over a certain level is deadly.

But instead of keeping soot pollution below that level, EPA just proposed a rule that allows polluters to keep pumping out unsafe levels of soot that contribute to tens of thousands of deaths per year.

Our health is on the line. Call on EPA to remedy this rule immediately by signing an official public comment.

Soot pollution increases rates of infant mortality, cardiovascular disease, cognitive impairment, diabetes, and more. And as is all too often the case, these horrible burdens are disproportionately borne by low-income communities and communities of color.

Stronger soot rules will also have the co-benefit of reducing the carbon pollution driving the climate crisis.

It's so important for EPA to get this rule right—and so outrageous that their proposed soot standards fall short of keeping us safe.

We're demanding EPA strengthen its soot standard and save lives. Sign an official public comment, and we'll put it in front of EPA decision-makers!

Onward,

Charles Harper
Power Sector Policy Lead, Evergreen Action

P.S. This is one of the 10 rules we called on EPA to move further, faster on in our EPA report card. With your help, we're going to keep the pressure up and ensure the Biden administration and EPA don't miss this crucial opportunity to protect our climate and defend our communities. Take action now.