Protecting Oregonians from Pollution
See how we're working to ensure that children learn, play & live in toxic-free environments. We're working with business, government and individuals -- and you can help!
Kids’ Health
OEC works to protect kids from toxic pollution by empowering caregivers to reduce children’s exposure to hazardous substances and by empowering Oregonians to make policy that protects kids’ health.
2009 Legislation:
Oregon Environmental Council is forwarding several proposals with a broad group of allies.
Pest management:
Senate Bill 637 would require K-12 schools to adopt smarter, safer pest management techniques, reducing the use of toxic chemicals. See our fact sheet.
School buses:
House Bill 2795 would improve children's health by reducing exposure to diesel emissions. The bill requires that all diesel school buses in Oregon be retrofitted with filters by 2017 or replaced with cleaner buses by 2025. See our fact sheet.
What you can do:
Join our Healthy Kids Campaign
Click on the links below to learn more about :
Health Professionals
OEC partners with health professionals to protect kids and all Oregonians from pollution in our environment. Click on the links below to learn more:
1st Annual Environmental Health Conference February 6 2009
Collaborative on Health and the Environment
Healthy Environment, Healthy Tomorrow
Health Impacts of Pollution
OEC works to reduce releases of and exposures to the pollutants that are of greatest concern to human health in Oregon. Click on the links below to learn more:
