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Best Practices in Hazard and Waste Management

Best Practices in Hazard and Waste Management

With the right actions, companies can keep both workers and the environment safe from harm.

June 2023 Sets New Record for World’s Warmest June in 174 Years

June 2023 Sets New Record for World’s Warmest June in 174 Years

Last month’s average global surface temperature was over 61 degrees Fahrenheit.

EPA Issues Final Rule to Continue Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons

Under the rule, a 40 percent reduction will be implemented, the agency said.

Ross Stores to Pay $55K Penalty After Failing to Register 6 Pesticide Products with EPA

Ross Stores to Pay $55K Penalty After Failing to Register 6 Pesticide Products with EPA

The settlement between the EPA and the discount store company was announced on July 6.

Biden-Harris Administration Gives Thumbs Up to Offshore Wind Project Off New Jersey Coast

Biden-Harris Administration Gives Thumbs Up to Offshore Wind Project Off New Jersey Coast

The project, officially approved on July 5, will include as many as 98 wind turbines.

The Environmental Footprints of Protective Clothing

Something as simple as protective clothing can have a large impact on the environment.

Growing a Greener Tomorrow

A look at precision agriculture's impact on soil and carbon sequestration.

4 Ways to Dispose of Your Old Vehicle Without Harming the Environment

Looking to get rid of an older vehicle but want to be environmentally-conscience? You have options.

Examining the Impact of Medical Waste Management Policies

How does medical waste affect the environment, and what role can technology play?

The Role of Technology in Environmental Sustainability

There are many types of technology, like sustainable transportation technology and blockchain technology, that can be used to improve our planet.

EPA to Hold Educational Sessions on Lead

The free sessions will be held in numerous states in the U.S.

How to Minimize the Environmental Impact of the Moving Industry

How to Minimize the Environmental Impact of the Moving Industry

What role can movers and moving companies play in contributing to a healthier planet?

Understanding the Flaws in Net-Zero Emission Targets

Understanding the Flaws in Net-Zero Emission Targets

Many countries and governments are dedicated to reducing carbon output and reaching net zero. What challenges do these targets present?

NSF Funding for Project Will Take Weather Knowledge, Predictions to New Heights

NSF Funding for Project Will Take Weather Knowledge, Predictions to New Heights

The NSF is providing $91.8 million for a project to build an Airborne Phased Array Radar.

Strengthening Oil Spill Response: EPA Finalizes New Standards for National Contingency Plan

Strengthening Oil Spill Response: EPA Finalizes New Standards for National Contingency Plan

The new rule focuses on Subpart J, which regulates agents that can be used in cleanup, per the EPA.

Biden-Harris Administration Awards $315M for Brownfield Site Cleanups, Assessments

Biden-Harris Administration Awards $315M for Brownfield Site Cleanups, Assessments

More than 200 communities will benefit from this historic investment.

On ‘Don’t Fry Day’, EPA Reminds People to Protect Skin, Eyes When in the Sun

On ‘Don’t Fry Day’, EPA Reminds People to Protect Skin, Eyes When in the Sun

With more than two people dying from skin cancer per hour in the U.S., taking proper precautions when in the sun is essential for skin and eye health.

Groundwater Treatment System at PA Superfund Site

Groundwater Treatment System at PA Superfund Site Finished After Receiving Additional Funding

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provided $2.9 million in funding.

Electrification Charges Forward

Electrification Charges Forward

The path toward a sustainable future involves transitioning to clean energy and decreasing our reliance on fossil fuels.

Who has the Authority to sign Environmental Applications and Reports?

Who Has the Authority to Sign Environmental Applications and Reports?

Specific requirements on who can sign official documents, such as permit applications and related reports, have been established by environmental regulatory agencies.