Resources
Local governance of cell towers matters because zoning and land-use decisions are inherently local and directly shape the safety, character, and quality of life in each community. State and local authorities are in the best position to assess tower placements since they understand neighborhood dynamics, existing infrastructure, environmental limits, and residents’ concerns in ways that distant federal agencies or private applicants cannot. Maintaining local authority ensures communities retain a meaningful say in decisions affecting homes, property values, schools, and public spaces, enabling connectivity needs to be balanced with prudent planning, public safety, and overall community well-being.
What Are EMF’s?
“ Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are invisible energized waves (radiation) consisting of electric and magnetic fields traveling at the speed of light. Sources include cell towers, cell phones, Wi-Fi and power lines. The wireless revolution is increasing levels of non-ionizing EMF in the environment.”
Non-ionizing EMFs Can Impact Health
“ Wireless and powerline lower frequency EMFs are non-ionizing, meaning they lack the energy to directly damage DNA. However, research finds these frequencies can cause biological effects through indirect mechanisms, even at exposure levels far below government limits. The human body relies on internal bioelectricity for nerve signaling, cell communication, and processes like tissue repair. External EMFs can interfere with these delicate activities. All forms of life, from bacteria and plants to animals and humans have been shown to respond to magnetic fields.”
“There is increasing scientific evidence reporting health impacts from the electromagnetic fields (EMFs) emitted by cell phones, cell towers, powerlines, wireless devices, and other sources of artificially produced non-ionizing EMFs. Studies have found oxidative stress, genetic damage, and impacts to neurological, reproductive, endocrine and immune system health.
Peer-reviewed, credible research on cell phone and wireless radiation exposure has found altered brain function, decreased brain cells, and increased cancer risk. Studies have found that people living in communities near cell towers have higher rates of cancer, neurological issues, and biochemical changes. This page presents just a short sampling of the published science on the health-related impacts of EMFs.”
- Environmental Health Sciences
“For decades, scientists have joined together to appeal for updated safety limits for and protective policies to reduce wireless and non-ionizing EMF exposure in order to protect public health and the environment. The recommend reducing exposure to reduce risk.”
Environmental Health Trust is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on environmental health research, policy advice and support, and public education on emerging environmental health hazards and their impact on the health of humans and all living things. We are supported by a global network of scientific, business, and legal advisors, a leadership team of industry leaders and experts (public health professionals, clinicians, scientists, engineers), and community outreach professionals. Examples of our work include:
Advancing clinical research on biomarkers of non-ionizing radiation exposure
Providing independent research data to policymakers for government and industry regulations
Supplying experts on the science and legal matters related to radiation exposure
Persuading regulatory agencies to adopt safer cell phone standards
Advocating for stronger local rules on cell tower deployment
Offering public health resources, training programs, and outreach materials
Environmental Health Trust
704 No More
Our Vision
We envision a future without federal overreach, where local governments and communities are empowered to make informed decisions about cell tower and antenna siting based on all relevant factors, including health and environmental effects. Communities must be able to protect their children, as well as their health, safety, homes, and environment from the harms of wireless infrastructure.
STOP 5g
Explore this website to find resources and step-by-step guides to push back against the reckless expansion of cell towers in your neighborhood. Make use of Stop5G™ Community Empowerment Consulting services to maximize your effectiveness. Contact us for a free initial consultation today.
Children’s Health Defense
The mission of Children’s Health Defense is to restore and protect the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, holding responsible parties accountable, and establishing safeguards to prevent future harm to children’s health.
We advance our mission through our four operational pillars: litigation, education, science and advocacy.
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The HighWire Protocol
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