*[Enwl-eng] Diesel is poisoning families

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We need zero-emission trucks, now. Diesel Pollution Is Poisoning Millions of American Children and Families in Their Own Homes Sign Now        We all know diesel is bad for us. Studies show that this pollution can lead to asthma and other respiratory illnesses, and worsen existing heart and lung disease. Yet some communities can't seem to catch a break — especially those living near warehouses. Right now, in 10 different states, 15 million Americans live within half of a mile from a warehouse. And warehouses always mean at least one thing: more diesel trucks. But it doesn't have to be this way. Switching to zero-emission trucks could help keep warehouses clean and protect the people who live near them. Luckily, U.S. states are beginning to take action to curb this pollution problem. Seven states, including California and New Jersey, have passed the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule. This rule requires truck manufacturers to sell zero-emission trucks, and to gradually switch over all trucks they sell to become zero-emissions. Zero-emission truck requirements are especially important because warehouses tend to exist in poor neighborhoods and neighborhoods of color. This means that wealthy folks — and especially wealthy white people — tend to be able to avoid the negative health impacts of warehouses and supply trucks, which provide goods we all use. This is a clear injustice we must rectify.   The future is green and electric — not polluted and toxic. Sign now to demand that all U.S. states adopt policies like the Advanced Clean Truck program to protect communities from dangerous diesel pollution! Thank you, Miranda Care2 Petitions Team P.S. If all trucks on the road — or even some! — were fossil fuel-free, that would be a huge boon for children, families, and neighborhoods located near warehouses all across the U.S. Sign the petition.      Sign Now

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From: Miranda B., Care2 Action Alerts

Sent: Thursday, July 27, 2023 11:17 AM

Subject: Diesel is poisoning families

 

 

 

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