Maine Public Health Association Wins National Excellence in Climate Leadership Award

For immediate release: October 29, 2024

Contact: Matt Wellington (mwellington@mainepublichealth.org) (845-591-5646) 

Maine Public Health Association Wins National Excellence in Climate Leadership Award

Minneapolis, MN: The American Public Health Association’s Center for Climate, Health and Equity recognized Maine Public Health Association with its Excellence in Climate Leadership Award on Tuesday. 

The award recognizes professionals and organizations for their work to combat climate change and mitigate its effects on health. As this year's award winner, MPHA was honored for its work to advance evidence-based climate policies, train the public health workforce in climate science and strategies, elevate the voices of communities most impacted by climate change, and provide strategic leadership and collaboration on climate resiliency and response in Maine. 

“The changing climate is already impacting Maine with more frequent and intense storms, increases in mosquito- and tick-borne illnesses, climate anxiety, and more. We can still thrive if we work together and take steps to make our communities more resilient,” said Rebecca Boulos, Executive Director of Maine Public Health Association. “We’re deeply grateful to APHA for this award and for all the work it does to help communities prepare, respond, and adapt to climate change. I also want to thank our partners across the state who work alongside us to advance health and well-being in Maine.”

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The Maine Public Health Association is the state’s oldest, largest, and most diverse association for public health professionals. We represent more than 800 individual members and 60 organizations across the state. We work to advance the health and well-being of all people and places in Maine. Learn more: www.mainepublichealth.org.