Andrea Vidaurre

Andrea Vidaurre (born 1993 or 1994) is an American environmental justice advocate and policy analyst, recognized for her efforts in addressing air pollution and public health issues linked to California’s Inland Empire freight industry. In 2024, she was awarded the Goldman Environmental Prize for North America in acknowledgment of her work on air quality and zero-emission policy advocacy in one of the country’s most heavily polluted regions.

Early life and education Of Peruvian descent, Vidaurre was born and raised in California's Inland Empire. The area has become one of the largest warehousing and logistics hubs in the United States, resulting in high levels of air pollution that disproportionately affect residents’ health.

As a policy analyst, Vidaurre played a critical role in advocating for the passage of two landmark regulations by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in 2023. These regulations include the In-Use Locomotive Rule, which represents the nation’s first emissions regulation on train locomotives, These regulatory achievements are expected to substantially improve air quality for communities across California, setting a precedent for emissions reductions in freight transportation.

Recognition In 2024, Vidaurre received the Goldman Environmental Prize for North America, recognizing her leadership in grassroots activism and her impact on California's environmental policy landscape.