A public meeting has been scheduled for September 9, 2025, in El Paso to address pressing air quality concerns in the shared air basin of Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua / El Paso, Texas / Doña Ana County, New Mexico. The meeting is part of the Border 2025 Program, a binational initiative co-led by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Mexico’s SEMARNAT (Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources).
The event is organized by the Joint Advisory Committee (JAC), which oversees cross-border environmental cooperation under the Border 2025 Program. Community members, environmental advocates, and local leaders are encouraged to attend and participate in discussions aimed at achieving cleaner air in the Paso del Norte region, an area long plagued by pollution due to rapid urban growth, vehicle emissions, and industrial activity.
Event Details:
Date: September 9, 2025
Location: Cotton Patch Conference Room 7968 San Paulo Dr. El Paso, Texas
The Joint Advisory Committee plays a critical role in identifying strategies for improving regional air quality, including monitoring data, regulatory harmonization, and public health outreach. Previous efforts have included joint studies, air emissions inventories, and cross-border policy coordination.
The Paso del Norte region is home to more than 2.5 million people and faces unique challenges due to its binational geography and climate. This meeting offers stakeholders an opportunity to contribute to long-term solutions that address air pollution on both sides of the border.
For more information, visit: www.epa.gov/usmexicoborder
