Reports

Investigation of Shade Structures in encouraging more and longer outdoor play during summer in urban childcare

 The study aims to address the impact of heat and limited shade on children and staff during the summer months, with a focus on the disparities exacerbated by climate change.

Indoor Air Quality in Childcare Study 2024

Study investigates the efficacy of Medifyair Air Filters in reducing PM2.5 concentrations in eight childcare centers in four Environmental Justice areas in Philadelphia.

1000 Hours a Year Report Card: Allegheny County Schools

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Healthy Early Learning Program
Creating Healthy Spaces

The science is clear that both lead and radon can harm human health especially negatively impacting a child’s rapidly growing body. The good news is both environmental hazards are completely preventable as demonstrated by this program.

Three Rivers, Fifteen PFAS:

Assessing the Influence of Wastewater Effluent on Surface Water Contamination with Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers

Something’s In The Water:

A System Analysis on Quality and Transparency in Allegheny County Community Water Systems. Published April 2021.

Get The Lead Out, Wilkinsburg:

A study focused on identifying lead hazards, produced in partnership with Get the Lead Out. Published April 2021.

State Of Environmental Health In Pennsylvania Schools:

A report produced by the Healthy Schools PA program. Published in Summer 2021.