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Asian Pacific Environmental Network is an environmental justice organization with deep roots in California’s Asian immigrant and refugee communities.

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Honoring 陳冬花, Debbie Chen
Sep 3, 2026 · original
We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of our dear APEN Oakland Leader Steering Committee Member, 陳冬花, Debbie Chen. She was such a beautiful spirit bringing joy, care and warmth in any space she joined and we will deeply miss her. She is survived by her husband and two sons. 陳冬花, Debbie Chen, born in October 1959 came to Oakland with her family from Taishan, Guangdong, China in 1994. After arriving in Oakland, she demonstrated the characteristics of resilience and diligence of Taishan women, working tirelessly in electronics and chocolate factories before dedicating herself to the In-Home Care Society (IHSS) industry, selflessly caring for the elderly and patients. Throughout her life, she worked diligently and persevered, and what she was most proud of was raising her two sons to be successful and accomplished individuals. In addition to fighting for environmental justice with APEN,
We’re fighting for a future beyond oil here in Carson.
Jul 30, 2026 · original
The history Phillips 66 has profited and polluted for over a century here in Carson. Now that the last barrel of oil has left the refinery, we finally have the chance to clean up the land, invest in good union jobs that protect our health and environment, and give residents a say in what happens next. The stakes are high: Just because the refinery stopped refining oil doesn’t mean a century of pollution in the soil and groundwater will vanish overnight. There’s a “lake of oil” beneath the 233-acre Carson refinery site, made up of decades of petroleum sludge, toxins, and other pollution. Our communities know that back-room deals, shoddy cleanup, and greedy zoning decisions can lead to cancer, death, and huge cleanup bills down the line. Lawmakers and regulators have a choice: let Phillips 66 and developers continue to take the lead – or can bring residents into the driver’s seat. They can
Phillips 66 Carson refinery site remediation estimated at nearly $1 billion
Jun 5, 2026 · original
For Immediate Release June 5, 2026 Contact: Blake@sunstonestrategies.com , 310-894-6690 Phillips 66 Carson Refinery Site Remediation Estimated at Nearly $1 Billion New report reveals Carson community at risk of shouldering millions in cleanup costs Carson, Calif. — A new report from the Asian Pacific Environmental Network puts the cost of cleanup and remediation at the Phillips 66 refinery in Carson at up to $910 million — with no clear plan for who will pay. Advocates say SB 1259 (Blakespeare), the Refinery Transparency Act, would help protect communities from being blindsided by cleanup costs when refineries close. The Phillips 66 Los Angeles refinery closed its doors at the end of 2025, leaving behind 100 years worth of contamination that could take an estimated 30-40 years to remediate. “When refineries close in California, they do not give communities like Carson comprehensive plans
Holding Phillips 66 Accountable
Jun 1, 2026 · original
From engaging in door knocking campaigns to speaking at city council meetings, APEN’s youth leadership in Carson plays an important role in our strategy to hold Phillip’s 66 accountable for remediation of their Carson refinery. Through our advocacy, we were able to pass a resolution to create a taskforce to engage residents, community members, and environmental experts on the refinery remediation process. Today we hear directly from Jonathan Garcia, a youth leader and Carson resident, on the impact of living so close to the refinery and the future of APEN’s work in the South Bay Harbor Gateway. Hi, my name is Jonathan and I’m a member of APEN LA. I’ve been a part of that community for about two years now. A lot of our work recently has been focused on Phillips 66 and the refinery closure. To me that’s an issue that really hits home because I’ve lived near the major refinery complex in Ca
What’s next for APEN Youth Leaders?
May 21, 2026 · original
APEN’s Youth Leaders in Richmond have been at the forefront of our campaigns – protesting, gathering signatures, and giving testimony at city council meetings. Audrey Min Thiphakhinkeo Paun is a vocal youth leader who has been heavily involved in the community input process to hold Chevron accountable to its Polluters Pay campaign promises. Today we hear from Min directly about the connections she’s making between the media, her experience with APEN, and her family’s history. Have you seen Pixar’s most recent release, Hoppers? It’s about environmental justice and some APEN Youth Leaders and I couldn’t help but notice the similarities between the work we do in Richmond and the themes of the movie. The main character is Mabel. She’s an Asian American kid who develops a deep appreciation for nature through her grandmother. When the glen and stream she shared with her grandma is threatened b
A Long Awaited Glow Up for Oakland Chinatown
May 14, 2026 · original
This year of the Fire Horse brings a long-awaited transformation to one of America’s oldest Chinatowns. After years of organizing, planning, and fundraising, APEN and Friends of Lincoln Square Park are finally breaking ground to renovate the Lincoln Recreation Center into a state-of-the-art Resilience Hub ! With disasters becoming more frequent and intense, we need deep investment in the systems and social supports that strengthen our communities and offer resources in times of crisis. This is where Resilience Hubs come in. By turning a place where the Chinatown community gathers every day into a resilience hub, we shift disaster response from an individual burden to a collective plan. Hear directly from APEN Chinatown members and community advocates on the importance of this project. Since the 1970’s, Lincoln Rec Center has been more than a building; it’s been an essential gathering spo
My front row seat to the power of grassroots organizing
May 5, 2026 · original
When I moved to Richmond 25 years ago, Chevron was so entrenched in Richmond’s politics that it was rumored that they had a desk in the city manager’s office. For ordinary folks—especially immigrant and refugee families—who lived here, the message back then was clear: Richmond isn’t really yours. But for the past three decades APEN members — driven by courage, creativity, and a fierce love for our city— have challenged Chevron’s power, proving that Richmond belongs to us. I spent the last 30 years working with national organizations on issues of climate justice and corporate power. Across that time, much of my own political thinking was shaped by the organizing I saw APEN leading in Richmond. I joined APEN as Co-Director because I know that the reality of a Just Transition is possible. What’s more – I’ve seen it happen, right in my backyard. As a new Richmond resident, I knew I had to st
Healthy Homes For Our Community | Equitable Building Decarbonization
Apr 23, 2026 · original
Healthy Homes Together, APEN, our members, and working-class immigrant and refugee families across California have been fighting for quality, affordable, and healthy housing for all. APEN’s Healthy Homes advocacy is rooted in our vision of strong, sustainable local economies that are only possible if people can stay in their homes without the risk of rising energy costs, skyrocketing rents, and hazardous living conditions. Our frontline communities have felt the effects of the fossil fuel industry worsening the air in the homes we hold sacred. Pollution from oil and gas doesn’t just impact our neighborhoods, it threatens our climate with intensifying extreme weather. As we organize against refineries and for a just transition from fossil fuels, we look into our homes to eliminate harmful exposures and reduce our climate impact. Our Healthy Homes program aims to make sure our communities
New Moon, New Year – A Lunar New Year Zine
Mar 5, 2026 · original
New Moon, New Year – A Lunar New Year Zine In January, I began putting together a Lunar New Year zine with the hope of bringing celebration and light to our community of donors. We all had recently been shaken by devastating violence — the ICE killing of a father and community member in Los Angeles and the execution of a legal observer in Minneapolis. Today, we are once again carrying fresh waves of rage and grief as the United States widens its imperial war in Iran. In moments like these, celebration can feel complicated, as our hearts are with those whose loved ones were taken too soon, and with the communities reeling from these brutal attacks. And yet, one essential part of celebrating is honoring. Honoring our communities. Honoring our resilience. And yes, honoring those who have passed on, whose spirits stay with us as we continue to organize. Amidst this heaviness, acknowledging o
Announcing APEN’s new Co-Director, Michelle Chan
Dec 19, 2025 · original
Asian Pacific Environmental Network (APEN) and Friends of the Earth – U.S. (FOE) are thrilled to come together in sharing some exciting news with our communities: Michelle Chan is embarking on a powerful new chapter in her movement journey. After years of visionary leadership as V ice President of Programs at Frie nds o f the Earth, Michelle is stepping into a new role as Co-Director at APEN in Fe bruary, joining Co-Director Vivian Yi Huang. This is a moment of pride and gratitude for both of our organizations. Michelle’s transition represents the alignment of our values and strategies—rooted in grassroots power, bold policy change, and a vision for a just transition. During her 30-year tenure at Friends of the Earth, Michelle worked to hold Wall Street accountable for its environmental impacts, trained thousands of activists, and founded BankTrack, an international advocacy organization

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