Environmental Health News

Children, Climate Change, and New Mexico»

May 23, 2022 – Methane is responsible for 25% of climate pollution and is the most potent greenhouse gas. In the first two decades after its release, it traps 80 times more heat in…

2022 New Mexico Legislative Session Review»

April 12, 2022 – Many environmental and public health advocates worked tirelessly this past legislative session to move key pieces of legislation forward. Because it was a budget-oriented 30-day session, not many bills made…

Flaring in New Mexico»

March 22, 2022 – Methane is responsible for 25% of climate pollution globally, making it one of the most potent greenhouse gasses, trapping 80 times the heat compared to carbon dioxide over a 20-year…

Regulations and Benefits on Methane Mitigation»

March 10, 2022 – The Environmental Improvement Board (EIB) is expected to make decisions soon on new rules to better protect our atmosphere from harmful methane pollution. The strongest possible ozone rules are needed…