by SPEER | Oct 10, 2025 | Blog, Policy
By SPEER Intern, Vaishnavi Kharade Heat as a Public Health Crisis Texas summers have always been hot, but recent years have shown us something different: record-breaking heatwaves that last for weeks. In 2023, triple-digit temperatures and dangerous heat indices...
by SPEER | Jun 30, 2025 | Blog, Policy
By SPEER Intern, Vaishnavi Kharade Introduction: Bridging Infrastructure and Health When we think of public health, images of hospitals, vaccines, or community health programs often come to mind. Rarely do we picture manufacturing plants, HVAC ducts, or lighting...
by SPEER | Apr 21, 2025 | Blog
Earth Day isn’t just a celebration—it’s a call to action. As public health becomes increasingly linked with environmental outcomes, it’s time to look at everyday changes we can make to help the planet and ourselves. 🌍 Shift Your Energy Use for a Cleaner Grid...
by SPEER | Mar 3, 2025 | Blog, Policy
By SPEER Intern, Vaishnavi Kharade The Intersection of Energy Policy and Public Health Air quality and public health are deeply intertwined with energy policy decisions. As cities and states work to meet growing energy demands, the choice of energy sources and...
by SPEER | Jul 8, 2024 | Blog, Local Gov
Experiencing Climate Change Firsthand Communities in Texas and Oklahoma are already feeling the impacts of climate change in their everyday lives. Texas, in particular, is vulnerable to a variety of natural hazards, many of which are linked to weather and...
