Vidaurre's efforts to improve air quality have made a significant impact. Her work has helped pass groundbreaking regulations in California, including the nation's first emission rule for trains and a goal to achieve zero emissions for freight trucks by 2036. Her work has extended beyond California, as other states have adopted these regulations, giving her efforts a national influence. "This is a climate issue," she said. "We have to target transportation emissions if we want to do anything about climate change."

In 2020, Vidaurre co-founded the People's Collective for Environmental Justice, a nonprofit focused on clean air advocacy. For her, ensuring that communities of color, especially Latinos, are involved in environmental issues is a priority. "It feels really organic to do this work as a Latina, as a Peruvian American," she said. "We all have a right to breathe clean air. We all have a right to live in a healthy place."

In recognition of her impact, Vidaurre was recently featured in NBC News' "The Latino 10" for Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring her work and influence in 2024.