Protect the Mercury and Air Toxics Standard (MATS) and Carbon Pollution Standards
On June 11, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a proposed repeal of two Biden-era regulations: the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) and the carbon pollution standards for power plants. We must act now to protect these standards. That's why we're asking you to take three vital actions:
Sign up to provide comments at the MATS public hearing by June 29th (spots may fill up quickly, so please sign up as soon as possible!)
Be a Climate Communications Champion: Advocacy Skills Training for Challenging Times
July 8 - September 2, 2025
Sign up for our 2025 communications workshop series to learn more about communicating on the health and equity impacts of climate change, even in uncertain times. Register here.
This webinar will present findings from a new report by the Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health and Stanford University, "Renewable Energy Transitions and Health in Rural America." We’ll explore how focusing on local health impacts—rather than partisan politics—can foster more constructive conversations and lead to energy decisions that prioritize the well-being of residents today and for generations to come.
The Hidden Health Impacts of Climate Change June 25, 2025
The first session in this Climate and Health Webinar Series features stories from physicians on how their patients are experiencing hidden climate impacts, including increased cancer risk, exposure to vector-borne diseases outside their historical range, and the mental health effects of climate change.
Wildfire Smoke and Patient Health: Resources & A Call to Action for Health Professionals June 27, 2025
Join the American Lung Association to learn about the health threats posed by wildfire smoke, actions health professionals can take to help minimize the impacts of wildfires and smoke, and opportunities to advocate for change in the healthcare sector and public policy.
Registration is open for the Foundations in Climate Medicine Certificate, part of the Diploma in Climate Medicine. This immersive program includes a deep dive into the health effects of climate change, communication training, hands-on experience with climate modeling, and more. Learn more and register here.
Physicians for Social Responsibility Policy Pulse Newsletter
With a constant stream of news coming from Congress and the Trump administration, it can be hard to keep up with everything. While it is impossible to generate an exhaustive list of news and announcements, PSR has created a new newsletter to help you stay informed and take action. Sign up here.
From Practice to Policy: Using Strategic Storytelling to Advocate for Climate Health Solutions
In this educational activity, Stanford University, People Power Health, and Climate Health Now will teach participants to craft strategic ways of talking about climate change, health, and solutions, elevate the voices and perspectives members of the health community, and strengthen health as a key priority in policy discussions on climate change and in the media as a key pillar to drive bold equitable climate solutions. Register here.
The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health, 4400 University Drive, MS 6A8, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
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