Dr. Benjamin Chavis, a leading civil and human rights activist, is criticizing the Trump administration for gutting federal environmental justice programs, which he believes will lead to greater suffering and harm for communities of color.

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The urban heat island effect is a major issue in Washington, D.C., particularly in areas like Marshall Heights in Ward 7, where the lack of trees and green spaces traps heat and causes higher temperatures, disproportionately affecting Black and other minority populations.

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Dog waste is a serious environmental hazard, causing bacterial and nitrogen contamination in waterways, and pet owners in the D.C. area are encouraged to use professional dog poop removal services to keep their yards clean and safe.

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The Office of the People's Counsel advocates for sustainable policies and equitable utility investments to benefit DC residents, preserve environmental quality, and conserve natural resources, while also providing technical assistance, education, and outreach to consumers, ratepayers, community groups, and associations.

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Earth Month is a time to appreciate the natural resources that provide us with everything we need to live, including trees, water, and solar energy, and to take action to protect and sustain the planet.

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Antoine Thompson, Executive Director of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition, advocates for green transportation solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve public health.

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The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition will host its inaugural Earth Day 5K and Green Expo on April 19, while the Anacostia Riverkeeper will host a river cleanup and the University of the District of Columbia will host a family-friendly Earth Day celebration at the East Capitol Urban Farm.

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Casey Trees is a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit that has been working since 2001 to restore, enhance and protect the tree canopy of the nation's capital, with a goal of achieving 40 percent canopy by 2032.

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Black Americans are underrepresented in the clean energy industry, with systemic barriers such as unpaid training preventing their participation, but paid training programs and effective marketing can help expand their involvement and bridge the racial wealth gap.

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