People's Economic and Environmental Resiliency Group

07/09/2024

The Impervious Surface Ordinance passed through Miami-Dade County's County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee unanimously this morning. The ordinance is meant to bring integrated stormwater management throughout the region for better water quality and quantity. That means less flooding and less pollution for our communities. Kyle Spohn (pictured here) and Jennifer Jacoby gave our comment today at the meeting.

06/27/2024

“Five Justices decided to weaken ozone pollution standards for an entire nation today. And as most power plants and pipelines sit near Black and brown communities or run through Native American lands, this will harm these folks the most. Not a good day for EJ.” Staff attorney Theresa Pinto

06/27/2024

“Five Justices decided to weaken ozone pollution standards for an entire nation today. And as most power plants and pipelines sit near Black and brown communities or run through Native American lands, this will harm these folks the most. Not a good day for EJ.“ Staff attorney Theresa Pinto

06/24/2024

🌱 Did you know the Everglades is the largest contiguous stand of protected mangroves in the Northern Hemisphere?

🌿 Embark on a journey through the Everglades, a vital ecosystem that sustains life and protects our planet! Join us on June 26th, 3-4 pm EST, for an eye-opening webinar exploring Everglades National Park with Senior Everglades Program Manager, Cara Capp.

Discover why preserving this natural wonder is crucial for our earth and lives. Register now to delve deeper into this essential ecosystem. Please register with the link in our bio.

06/24/2024

Don't let standing water ruin your summer! After all the rain, remember to drain. to help and keep safe from mosquito-borne illnesses. More info at miamidade.gov/mosquito. Miami-Dade County Mosquito Control & Habitat Management

06/16/2024

This landmark co-stewardship effort will enable storytelling in various formats at the Pactola/He Sapa Visitor Center to educate the public and help generations of Native People connect with their own cultural identities.

05/31/2024

We are here at the Biscayne Bay Watershed Management Advisory Board meeting to discuss the health of the Bay and green infrastructure stormwater management.

05/28/2024

An important message from our partners Miami Climate Alliance, The CLEO Institute, and Miami-Dade County Government--

With our county facing extreme heat, stronger storms, and flooding, we must prepare ourselves with the right information and supplies to keep safe.

The Miami Climate Alliance along with the CLEO Institute and Miami-Dade County are offering comprehensive Extreme Weather Trainings from May 29th through June 29th.

Virtual & In-Person options are available along with sessions in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.

Please share these trainings with your friends, family and loved ones! Attached flyers are available in Spanish and Haitian Creole, registration link included.

Wednesday, May 29 (English) | Virtual 6:00-7:30PM |
Saturday, June 1st (Haitian Creole) | Virtual 12:00PM -1:30PM |
Thursday, June 13th (English) | North Dade Regional Library 6:00-7:30PM |
Thursday, June 20th (Spanish) | South Dade Regional Library 6:00PM- 7:30PM |
Saturday, June 22nd (Haitian Creole) | Arcola Lakes Branch Library 10:00-11:30AM |
Saturday, June 29th (Spanish) | Hialeah Gardens Branch Library 10:00am-11:30AM |

04/05/2024

Staff Attorney Theresa Pinto took part in the Town Hall hosted by the University of Miami School of Law Human Rights Clinic and Environmental Justice Clinic, representing P.E.E.R. Group as part of the Housing Roundtable alongside esteemed academics and organizers Robin Bachin, Rayna Milfort, David Peery, Rob Robinson, and Stephen Schnably.

Staff Attorney Theresa Pinto took part in the Town Hall hosted by the University of Miami School of Law Human Rights Clinic and Environmental Justice Clinic,...

04/05/2024

Check out the latest from our Bulletin Board

Check out the conversation here (beginning 90 minutes in).

02/27/2024

We’ll be going! See you there.

02/23/2024

For the win!

Judge finds EPA and USFWS failed to comply with Endangered Species Act