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Contact Name: Emily Linn (elinn@cleanair.org)
Address: 135 S. 19th St. Suite 300 Philadelphia, PA 19103
Telephone Number: 215-567-4004 ex.103
Organization Overview: www.cleanair.org
Prior to 1967, there was no Clean Air Council, and the region's air quality was deteriorating at an alarming rate. The council has played a major role in reversing this harmful trend.
Clean Air Council uses three strategies to fight air pollution and protect public health:
- Government Oversight:
The Council's attorney's take their role as government watchdogs seriously, making sure environmental laws are properly enforced.
- Environmental Advocacy:
Clean Air Council's community organizers collaborate with citizens and local groups interested in protecting air quality.
- Public Education:
The Council's policy analysts produce newsletters, fact sheets, and brochures addressing key air quality issues, and provide expert speakers to schools and community groups.
* Taken from the 'Clean Air Council' brochure.
Number of volunteers needed: 1
Duties required of the volunteer: Volunteer will assist Clean Air Council's program staff to implement the Mobility Alternatives Program (or MAP). Transportation is one of the single largest sources of air pollution in our region. The goal of MAP is to promote alternatives to the single occupancy vehicle to employers and commuters in Philadelphia, including public transit and carpooling.
Special skills that will be helpful for a volunteer to have: Top Priority: Strong interest in and enthusiasm for environmental issues. -Strong research, writing, computer, and oral communication skills.
Typical hours of employment: 9 -5
Special circumstances ie. travel, security clearance or background check required: No
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