Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment

07/31/2026

Much of California will stay hot through the weekend, raising health risks and reaching the low 100s.
💡Check your ZIP code to see the risk in your area. Calheatscore.calepa.ca.gov
🥤Stay hydrated, stay cool, and try to limit heavy activity during the hottest parts of the day.

07/31/2026

California Climate Investments projects are cutting both greenhouse gas emissions and harmful air pollutants. These reductions are helping to improve local air quality and support healthier conditions in communities that have long experienced higher pollution burdens.

📝Explore the 2026 Annual Report to learn about these critical public health benefits.

🔗bit.ly/cci-annual-report

07/31/2026

07/30/2026

At OEHHA, interns contribute directly to projects on extreme heat, biomonitoring, air toxics, pesticide exposure, and more—helping advance health for California communities. Happy to all of these rising environmental health professionals!

07/30/2026

We are hiring a Climate Policy Advisor!

Are you passionate about fighting climate change? Join our team!

As a Climate Policy Advisor, you will:
-Oversee climate change reduction strategies
-Analyze data and evaluate information pertaining to climate change mitigation
-Present on environmental policy guidance at conferences and meetings

Apply today or share with someone you think would be perfect for the role!
https://ow.ly/s9oM50ZtFqB

07/27/2026

Join us at the next SGP on 8/3 featuring Program updates & discussions on:
☑️ Use of biomonitoring data in risk assessments in Canada
☑️ Evaluating participant feedback on results return materials
☑️ CHAIRS-LA Study
➡️Agenda + webinar link biomonitoring.ca.gov/meetings

07/27/2026

Celebrating 35 years of CalEPA: In 2018, California took a major step toward a cleaner energy future with Senate Bill 100, setting a goal for 100% clean electricity to power the state by 2045. CalEPA is proud to advance policies that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality and build a healthier and sustainable future.

07/24/2026

CalHeatScore forecasts hot weather is increasing health risks in Southern California through next week. Check out your local heat score, heat safety tips, and locations near you to keep cool. Stay Informed, Stay Safe. http://Calheatscore.calepa.ca.gov

CalHeatScore pronostica que el calor extremo aumentará riesgos de salud en el sur de CA toda la próxima semana. Fíjese en su puntuación local, consejos de seguridad y lugares cercanos para mantenerse fresco. Manténgase informado, manténgase seguro. http://Calheatscore.calepa.ca.gov

07/14/2026

CalHeatScore forecasts that this week's hot weather is raising health risks across much of California today and tomorrow (Wednesday). For the Inland Deserts, higher risks continue into Thursday.

Track your local forecast on Calheatscore.calepa.ca.gov for your ZIP code’s heat score.