Resources
Adam Voskuil's presentation:
See the presentation by Midwest Environmental Advocates staff attorney Adam Voskuil regarding rules for seeking CAFO Moratoria and other laws that can be used to control CAFO expansion. In this presentation Adam reviewed those efforts by other communities and discussed common starting points for local governments. You can view the presentation in its entirety on our YouTube Channel.
PFAS: A Growing Health and Environmental Concern
Videos from the conference at UW-Green Bay, October 27, 2023
What are the health risks from PFAS exposure and how to minimize them?
- Dr. Beth Neary: https://youtu.be/RR_wxDQVGm0
Fish contamination from PFAS and other toxins. Where and what species?
- Jack DeMarias: https://youtu.be/a306sTZKtJQ
Drinking water and PFAS. Testing and remediation.
- CWAC staff: https://youtu.be/-BRLl1p9jp4
Legal aspects of addressing PFAS contamination and current legal actions by individuals, groups, and the state.
- Rob Lee: https://youtu.be/gUn0tF3iiwg
Current and needed legislative efforts to prevent and remediate PFAS contamination and legal actions by Wisconsin for PFAS clean up.
- Panel: https://youtu.be/54Ik90w6Yhc
Clean Water Action Council presents The Hazards of Coal Tar Pavement Sealants:
Learn about the danger to children from coal tar pavement sealant containing the carcinogen PAH. -Learn how it is harmful to fish and other aquatic organisms. -Hear recordings from a doctor, scientist, pavement sealant professional, and local officials. -Learn how other communities have protected their children and the environment and what you can do.
Cancer and the Environment Presented by Jennifer Liss Ohayon, PhD,
Silent Spring Institute.
A presentation from CWAC's "Breast Cancer and the Environment"
Jennifer Liss Ohayon is a Research Scientists at Silent Spring Institute, specializing in environmental policy, community-engaged research, and environmental justice. She discusses the increased risk for cancer, including conception, overview, environmental contribution, the environmental chemicals and contribution to cancer risk, and some cancer prevention methods.
Preventing Microplastic Pollution
Plastic is everywhere. A lot of it ends up in the ocean. Most plastics in the ocean break up into very small particles. These small plastic bits are called "microplastics."
Food Waste Composters Available for $60
Composters are available at our office. They are easy to transport, come with instructions, and a "food waste cookbook." Call us at 920-421-8885 to arrange pick up.
