On Monday, October 21st, YUCCA and our partners staged an oil spill demonstration outside the New Mexico State Capitol to expose the dangers of PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals.”
PFAS are widely used in oil and gas operations across New Mexico and are linked to severe health risks like cancer. These chemicals persist indefinitely in the environment, threatening New Mexico’s water, ecosystems, and public health.
As part of the action, we delivered over 4,700 petition signatures to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, demanding a ban on PFAS chemicals and full chemical disclosure from the fossil fuel industry. “New Mexico is being treated as a sacrifice zone for fossil fuel production,” said Ennedith López from YUCCA. “It’s time for the state to stand with its people, not the polluters.”
The demonstration highlighted the urgent need for regulation ahead of the New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission hearings on November 12-15, where a critical decision will be made on banning PFAS and enforcing chemical transparency.
CALL TO ACTION: PFAS HEARING - NOVEMBER 12-15
From November 12–15, the New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to ban PFAS chemicals and require full chemical disclosure in fracking operations.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to protect our health and water and force oil and gas companies to change course.
We Need Your Help!
Email the Oil Conservation Commission: Demand a ban on PFAS and mandatory chemical disclosure.
Sign Up to Give Public Comment: Participate in person or virtually from November 12-15. Tuesday, November 12th is designated entirely for public comment–our goal is to have 70+ commenters speak up! YUCCA has committed to turning out twenty-five of our members and supporters.
Join Our Network Meeting this Thursday to Learn More and Prepare: Demand a ban on PFAS and mandatory chemical disclosure!
You can learn more and get involved by visiting DefendNMWater.org for details.
We must ensure that public health, clean water, and climate justice take precedence over fossil fuel profits. Let's show up in force and demand a PFAS-free New Mexico!
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