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EPA Proposes Stricter Nitrogen Oxide Rules for New Combustion Turbines

The EPA is proposing stricter NOx emission limits for stationary combustion turbines to reduce harmful pollution and protect public health.

U.S. Fuel Economy Reaches Record High, CO2 Emissions Hit New Low, EPA Report Says

U.S. Fuel Economy Reaches Record High, CO2 Emissions Hit New Low, EPA Report Says

The EPA’s latest report highlights record-high fuel economy and record-low vehicle CO2 emissions in model year 2023 vehicles.

EPA and Hopi Tribe Resolve Long-Standing Drinking Water Challenges

EPA and Hopi Tribe Resolve Long Standing Drinking Water Challenges

The Hopi Tribe and federal agencies have resolved drinking water issues, ensuring safe arsenic-compliant water for 6,400 residents through a $25 million infrastructure project.

EPA Reports Progress in Recycling Programs with Infrastructure Law Funding

EPA Reports Progress in Recycling Programs with Infrastructure Law Funding

The EPA has made significant progress in recycling infrastructure and waste reduction, supported by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and community-focused grants.

Maximizing Reuse: Creative Cost Saving Ideas

Maximizing Reuse: Creative Cost Saving Ideas

Practical reuse initiatives in the workplace can significantly reduce waste and generate cost savings.

EPA Enacts Final Rule to Reduce Methane Emissions

EPA Enacts Final Rule to Reduce Methane Emissions

The rule imposes fees on excessive methane emissions in the oil and gas sector, promoting reductions aligned with climate goals.

Nature-Based Solutions: Harnessing Ecosystem Services for a Sustainable Future

Nature-Based Solutions: Harnessing Ecosystem Services for a Sustainable Future

Nature-based solutions use ecosystem services to tackle environmental challenges, offering a sustainable path to resilience and biodiversity.

USDA Forest Service Invests $265 Million to Conserve Private Forestlands

USDA Forest Service Invests $265 Million to Conserve Private Forestlands

The funding aims to conserve private forestlands, strengthen rural economies, protect ecosystems and enhance public access.



EPA Provides $2.8 Million to Support Developing Environmental Technology

EPA Provides $2.8 Million to Support Developing Environmental Technology

The funding aims to address critical challenges such as PFAS contamination and waste management.

EPA Finalizes Stronger Standards to Mitigate Lead Paint Dust Exposure

EPA Finalizes Stronger Standards to Mitigate Lead Paint Dust Exposure

The EPA has introduced stricter standards for lead paint dust in homes and childcare facilities to protect children's health, particularly in vulnerable communities.

Our Nation

Our Nation's Lakes Are in Crisis

Experts urge moving away from short-term “fixes” that only worsen the lake’s condition over time, instead advocating for a holistic, science-based strategy that tackles the underlying causes of lake health to revitalize the entire ecosystem.

How to Store Hazardous Materials Correctly

How to Store Hazardous Materials Correctly

Master the essential tips for safely storing hazardous materials to protect your space and avoid costly accidents.

EPA Announces $40 Million in Environmental Justice Funding for Mid-Atlantic

EPA Announces $40 Million in Environmental Justice Funding for Mid-Atlantic

The grants aim to help communities in the Mid-Atlantic region tackle environmental justice challenges.

EPA Reports 4 Percent Drop in Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2023

EPA Reports 4 Percent Drop in Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2023

The EPA's latest data shows a continued decline in greenhouse gas emissions from large industrial sources, particularly power plants.

USDA Forest Service Targets Methane Leaks from Orphaned Wells

USDA Forest Service Targets Methane Leaks from Orphaned Wells

The USDA Forest Service is partnering with state agencies to plug orphaned oil and gas wells on federal lands, aiming to reduce methane emissions and environmental hazards.

Overcoming the Challenges of Scaling Production of Biodegradable Materials

Overcoming the Challenges of Scaling Production of Biodegradable Materials

Scaling up the production of biodegradable materials faces challenges but increased collaboration, research and consumer education offer potential solutions for overcoming these hurdles.

EPA Proposes Expansion of PFAS Chemical Reporting for Pollution Prevention

EPA Proposes Expansion of PFAS Chemical Reporting for Pollution Prevention

The EPA proposes adding over 100 PFAS chemicals to the Toxics Release Inventory to enhance public reporting and pollution prevention efforts.

EPA Launches Resource Website for Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts

EPA Launches Resource Website for Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts

EPA teams focus on water infrastructure, debris removal and hazardous materials management.

Consumer Behavior and Its Impact on the Sustainability of Plastic Packaging

Consumer Behavior and Its Impact on the Sustainability of Plastic Packaging

Consumers' growing demand for sustainability is pushing the plastic packaging industry to adopt eco-friendly alternatives to reduce environmental harm and waste.

AI-Backed Imagery Analytics for Environmental Purposes

AI-Backed Imagery Analytics for Environmental Purposes

AI enhances environmental monitoring and protection by analyzing vast image data to predict and respond to environmental challenges, though its energy demands pose ecological risks.