We’re joined by Cathy Whitlock, Regents Professor Emerita at Montana State University! Hear from the renowned paleoecologist about the history of climate, vegetation, and fire in the West. Watch Here: cloud.castus.tv/vod/comm7tv/...

Join us for a free Climate Resilience Training & Community Meal on Sunday, September 27 at 4 p.m. 🌱 Climate change can bring more than physical impacts—it can also affect our emotional well-being. Details & RSVP: www.missoulaevents.net/09/27/2026/c...

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If you’ve experienced anxiety, grief, or difficult emotions related to our changing climate, you’re not alone. The good news? There are science-based strategies that can help us build personal and com...

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Nearly half of U.S. schools are located within one mile of a known hazardous site. Because children’s bodies and brains are still developing, reducing exposure and protecting indoor air quality are essential to creating safe, healthy places to learn. Read more: www.ehn.org/schools-haza...

Nearly half of U.S. schools located within a mile of a polluted site

A nationwide analysis published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that 44% of U.S. schools (pre-K through grade 12) are located within one mile of a known hazardous site.In shor...

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Join us at Climate Fest on Saturday, September 26th from 10 am to 2 pm at Cara’s Park Pavilion! 🚲 🌱 We extend our thanks to @climatesmartmissoula for putting on this event! #climatesmart #missoula #festival #cleanair #cleanwater

The EPA has repealed federal limits on greenhouse gas emissions from coal- and gas-fired power plants—another major rollback of protections for our climate and public health.

On September 15, community members gathered at First Church in Billings for “Data Centers: Climate Disaster.” Dr. Bob Merchant spoke about the potential health effects of data centers #MontanaHealthAndClimate #DataCenters #Conference

In response to the latest news, Moms Clean Air Force Director & Co-Founder Dominique Browning released the following statement: airqualitynews.com/legislation/...

US EPA moves to dismantle more Biden-era air pollution legislation

The US Environmental Protection [sic] Agency is expected to imminently dismantle another major Biden-era environmental measure by repealing limits on greenhouse gas emissions from coal and gas-fired p...

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Climate Week is officially underway in Billings! 💙 We’re proud to stand alongside @actonclimateus and @docsforclimate for people, public health and a healthier future. Next up: the Ride for Their Lives bike ride on October 4! #climateweek #montanahealth #climateaction #publichealth

When federal funding cuts threatened a University of Montana program connecting students with climate, wildfire and public health research, its team found a way forward. Read how the program adapted—and what was lost along the way—at the link below! mtclimatehealth.substack.com/p/from-reach...

From REACH to SPARK: How a UM Air Quality Program Adapted to Federal Cuts

In May 2025, University of Montana professor and researcher Tony Ward received a letter from the federal government announcing the termination of a research and education program he had spent more tha...

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The race for AI data center growth shouldn’t mean weaker safeguards on pollution. Former EPA official Walter Mugdan explains why strong enforcement matters when families’ health is at risk. What’s being weakened? Read the full report at the link in the comments.

We had a great time at the Red Lodge Sustainability Fair alongside the Red Lodge High School Green Team! 💚 Thank you to the Green Team and everyone who stopped by to learn, build and connect with us! #RedLodge #SustainabilityFair #CleanAir #IndoorAirQuality #WildfireSmoke

Hum along with us during Missoula’s 4th annual Climate Solutions Week! From September 26–October 4, join a community-wide celebration of connection, creativity and climate action. Explore the full schedule at missoulaclimate.org/solutions.

🥼 Happy Labor Day! 🪏 Today we recognize and thank health care professionals, environmental professionals, and all workers who protect our health, our community, and our shared home 💚 #montanahealth #laborday #celebrate #communitycare #environmentalcare

🍁 Starting the fall with clean air! Residents of Anaconda and Deer Lodge attended DIY air filter workshops yesterday, lead by Montana Health and Climates Writing and Communications associate Haley Yarborough. #montanahealth#climate#diy#airfilters#cleanair

Back-to-school routines can bring children close to traffic, idling vehicles and other sources of air pollution. Learn more about why strong clean-air safeguards matter: safernotsicker.org

Join Montana Health and Climate and Billings TrailNet for Ride for Their Lives 2026! 🚲💚 On Sunday, October 4, we’re coming together in Billings for a 20-mile community ride to raise awareness about the connection between climate, health and the future of our children.

Billings residents: join us for an important community conversation about the proposed Quantica data center and what its energy demands could mean for our climate, air quality, health and communities. 📍 Billings First Congregational Church 📅 Tuesday, September 15 ⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Tuesday’s Week of Action focus: children are especially vulnerable to extreme heat. Every child deserves a safe, healthy place to learn and grow. As temperatures rise, protecting children from extreme heat in schools and child care must be a priority.

☀️ Describing the Problem As students head back to school, extreme heat is following them into the classroom. This week, we’re talking about what extreme heat means for kids, schools and communities — and what we can do about it.

🌱 Montana Health & Climate was out at the MREA Clean Energy Fair this weekend! Julia Ryder joined the event as a presenter, sharing information about the connections between climate, environmental health and the health of Montanans. And Julia had a little help at the table from Tilly!

From wildfire smoke in Seeley Lake to climate and health research in Australia, pharmacist and University of Montana professor Hayley Blackburn has seen how climate change is shaping public health across communities. Read her story here: www.mtclimatestories.org/words-images...

From Smoke to Solutions: One Pharmacist's Climate Story — Montana Climate Stories

Hayley Blackburn vividly remembers the 160,000-acre Rice Ridge Fire in late July of 2017. She was driving from western Oregon after one of her favorite forest corridors caught fire, only to watch the ...

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For nearly 23 years, Jonna Chavez has taught children on the Crow Indian Reservation. Now, through Environmental Health in a Box, she’s helping her kindergarten students explore the connections between environment and health. mtclimatehealth.substack.com/p/teaching-t...

Teaching the Next Generation to Care from Home

Crow educator Jonna Chavez brings environmental health lessons into the kindergarten classroom, helping students connect care for their community with care for the land.

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Why do you care about a healthy climate? Our work brings together health professionals, community members, and partners across Montana to address the ways our changing climate affects human health. youtu.be/nePWHiwsAKM?...

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DIY air filter workshops are happening in communities across Montana, giving people practical tools to help protect their health and breathe a little easier at home. A big thank you to the Bicentennial Library of Colstrip for hosting us—and to everyone who came out!

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A recent Carbon County News story by Senior Reporter Eleanor Guerrero highlights a DIY air filter workshop where local seniors learned how to turn a box fan and furnace filter into an accessible way to reduce indoor air pollution Read Here: www.carboncountynews.com/news/seniors...

Seniors Learn to Adapt to the Smoke

Montana seniors are a hardy bunch. They handle the snow, the cold and the wind. They are adapting to the heat. But the repetitive bouts of smoke and heat are

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Montana Health and Climate co-founder and board chair Dr. Lori Byron recently joined Russell Rowland on The State of Montana podcast! In Episode 78, Lori sits down with to talk about her experiences as a pediatrician. Listen to the full conversation: russellrowland.substack.com/p/episode-78...

Episode 78 - Dr. Lori Byron

Chairman and CoFounder of Montana Health and Climate

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Montana Health and Climate co-founder and board chair Dr. Lori Byron recently joined Russell Rowland on The State of Montana podcast! In Episode 78, Lori sits down with to talk about her experiences as a pediatrician. Listen to the full conversation: russellrowland.substack.com/p/episode-78...

Episode 78 - Dr. Lori Byron

Chairman and CoFounder of Montana Health and Climate

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Wildfire smoke is a health issue—and clean air matters. Lori and Rob Byron were in an Explore Big Sky story about the health impacts of wildfire smoke. Read the full story by Jen Clancey in Explore Big Sky: www.explorebigsky.com/knowing-heal... Wildfire photo courtesy of InciWeb

Julia Ryder with Montana Health and Climate spent the day at a Patagonia event in Dillon, Montana, joined by a very special helper—her daughter, Tilly! 🌿💚 Thanks to Patagonia and everyone who stopped by to chat, learn more about our work, and say hello! #MontanaHealthAndClimate #ClimateAndHealth