Group Against Smog & Pollution

Air pollution from sources like traffic and industry impacts every corner of Allegheny County – but it doesn’t impact them equally. A new study from the University of Pittsburgh confirms what many have long suspected: Air pollution disproportionately affects minority and low-income residents of Allegheny County, and those people are also at a higher risk of associated health risks. You can read the full study here. Pittsburgh Quarterly interviewed Jim Fabisiak, director of th

After months of advocacy, an important piece of legislation that will help bolster local air quality has just one more step to go before being enacted: A county council vote on June 9. The “Clean Construction” ordinance introduced by Councilwoman Anita Prizio earlier this year was sent from the public works committee to the full council for consideration on May 20 – along with the recommendation that it be approved. The legislation would require all county government construc

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GASP Offering Free Air Quality Education Kits to Allegheny County Schools PITTSBURGH – The Group Against Smog and Pollution (GASP) is inviting all schools in Allegheny County to take advantage of free Air Quality Education kits that will help students in grades 4-8 better understand air quality in our region. GASP Education & Events Coordinator uses pig lungs to demonstrate how the organ works. Thanks to a grant through the Allegheny County Clean Air Fun