How City Governments can Partner for Success
February 25, 2020
"Dearborn applauds Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision’s work to help residents learn about and reduce exposure to toxic chemicals that harm babies’ brains,” said David Norwood, Director of Sustainability in Dearborn, Michigan.
City Governments Can Help Protect Your Babies’ Brain Development
January 9, 2020
Cities have incredible untapped assets and political strengths. Around the country, mayors are taking the lead on pressing social issues—climate change, infrastructure, economic revitalization, health care, and more.
Healthy Living Through Toxic-Free Food in Columbia, South Carolina
November 21, 2019
"When is the next event going to be held!?" We answered this question numerous times during Columbia, South Carolina's, Bright Cities-sponsored community events.
Leading the Way: Bright City Providence Moves Towards Environmentally Preferable Purchasing
October 24, 2019
Purchasing decisions at the local, state and federal levels account for over 20% of the US GNP, or $3.9 trillion dollars. Environmentally preferable purchasing (EPP) can drive the market toward more sustainable products while improving public and environmental health.
Meet Bright City Jackson, Mississippi
October 8, 2019
Jackson sits on the west bank of the Pearl River, and is replete with magnolias, wisterias and delectable Southern cuisine. Walking downtown affords a view of Mississippi’s “new” Capital building (circa 1903).
Meet Bright City Tempe, Arizona
September 24, 2019
Tempe Butte, also known as “A” Mountain, overlooks the bustling streets of Tempe and the home of Arizona State University. Tempe Town Lake lies within the heart of Tempe and provides unparalleled opportunities for water recreation in a dense metro area.
Striking for Babies’ Brains
September 20, 2019
Melting glaciers. Stranded polar bears. New diseases from ticks and mosquitoes. More serious and widespread flooding. There are so many reasons to support the Climate Strike. Here’s one more; the damage that fossil fuels are doing to the developing brain, both before and after birth.
Babies Suffer When Pregnant Moms are Exposed to Polluted Air, But Folic Acid & Clean Energy Can Help
August 20, 2019
Air pollution hurts people with asthma. And, polluted air makes it harder for people with heart disease. Last week a new study came out that shows that when a pregnant woman breathes polluted air, it also harms their baby’s brain.