
We're dedicated to developing effective strategies to bring children’s environmental health research to the community, academia and healthcare. Founded in 2021, the Center is an NIEHS-funded program of the University of Pennsylvania and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. It is one of six Collaborative Centers in Children's Environmental Health Research and Translation.
Our partners and member researchers work to implement real world solutions and interventions in Philadelphia to serve as a model for success elsewhere.
Working to improve children’s health by reducing environmental exposures across the Philadelphia region
Featured Programs

Economic and Health Benefits for Tree Planting Social Media Posts
There are many benefits to planting trees in Philadelphia. This resource provides short videos perfect for sharing on social media on the economic and health benefits of planting trees for various areas in Philadelphia.

Incorporating Climate Change Into Your Curriculum
A free webinar series for teachers in the Philadelphia region (and beyond). Sessions explore how climate change is affecting temperature, air quality and water in Philadelphia, with a focus on children’s health. Teaching materials included!

Chester Community Asthma Prevention Program
The CAPP program provides direct intervention for families to reduce childhood asthma in Chester, PA.
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Latest News

HUD Modifies Blood Lead Level Threshold for Children
HUD published a notice modifying its elevated blood lead level (EBLL) threshold under its Lead Safe Housing Rule.
Featured Events

Environmental, nutritional, and pharmacological factors in the development of autism spectrum disorders
The March seminar of the Philadelphia Regional Center for Children’s Environmental Health. This session will be led by Arnold Eiser, MD, Master of the American College of Physicians (MACP).

Climate Change and Children’s Health: PRCCEH highlights
Learn about PRCCEH climate change programs and other initiatives to protect children’s health from extreme heat and flooding.