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EPA Targets Rural Water Systems with $30.7M for Training and Technical Support

Federal funding will strengthen small and rural water systems through technical assistance, compliance training, and support for private well owners, while also advancing tools like Water ICAT to guide infrastructure investments.

EPA Awards $1.5 Million to Support Land Revitalization Across Puerto Rico

Targeted federal grants will help municipalities assess and clean up underused properties, paving the way for new development and healthier communities.

Community Solar Is Powering a More Equitable Clean Energy Future Across the U.S.

Shared solar programs are expanding access to renewable energy for renters, businesses, and underserved communities.

Brownfield

EPA Invests $267 Million to Clean Up and Revitalize Brownfield Sites Nationwide

A new round of $267 million in Brownfields Grants will support environmental cleanup and redevelopment efforts in communities across the United States.

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EPA Extends PFAS Rule Deadline, Keeps Current Water Standards in Place

Current PFAS water limits remain in effect as the compliance deadline shifts to 2031 to support utilities with implementation.

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Chemical Safety Compliance: Lessons from Recent EPA Enforcement Actions

Recent EPA enforcement actions highlight critical chemical safety management gaps and emphasize the importance of comprehensive RMP compliance.

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Senator Whitehouse Demands EPA Reverse Plan to Eliminate Climate Programs

EPA plans to shut down key climate programs, including the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program and Energy Star, sparking concerns over industry competitiveness, consumer costs, and transparency in emissions data.

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Firefighters Face Alarming Occupational Risk from Carcinogen Exposure

Firefighters face hidden risks from cancer-causing PFAS chemicals in their protective gear, prompting urgent calls for safer alternatives.



Cesspool

EPA Marks 20 Years of Cesspool Ban with Ongoing Closures in Hawai‘i

Since the federal ban began, more than 3,900 illegal cesspools have been closed in Hawai‘i, with $5.6 million in penalties issued to protect drinking water and the environment.

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Are Eco-Friendly Products Better for the Planet?

Eco-friendly products are everywhere—but are they truly sustainable or just clever marketing? This article uncovers what really makes a product green.

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Colorado Awards $3 Million to Boost Environmental Health in Underserved Communities

Colorado's health department awarded $3.1 million to nine groups to boost environmental justice and health in underserved communities.

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Colorado Firm Expands PFAS Destruction Technology Nationwide

H2Plus is scaling up its mobile treatment units across the U.S., offering a destruction-based solution for eliminating toxic PFAS compounds from contaminated water sources.

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EPA Launches Reorganization to Integrate Science and Improve Efficiency

New structural changes aim to streamline operations, reduce regulatory backlogs, and embed scientific expertise across key environmental programs.

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The High Price of Politeness: Why Saying 'Please' to ChatGPT Costs Millions

In a world racing toward automation, it turns out that good manners come at a price — a steep one.

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Green Renovation Strategies for Commercial Spaces

Smart renovations help businesses cut costs, boost comfort, and build a greener future—one upgrade at a time.

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EPA Announces $49 Million to Support Wastewater Upgrades in Rural and Tribal Communities

EPA is supporting rural, small, and tribal communities with technical assistance to improve wastewater systems and protect clean water.

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Massachusetts Invests $950K to Improve Water Quality and Combat PFAS Contamination

State grants will help five communities in the Ipswich River Basin upgrade water infrastructure and protect drinking water from harmful chemicals.

Reuse of Materials

Extend, Reuse, Protect: The Power of Recommerce

Recommerce helps protect the environment by cutting waste, conserving resources, and reducing carbon emissions.

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EPA Issues Emergency Waiver to Allow Summer Sale of E15 Gasoline

The EPA has issued an emergency waiver allowing the sale of E15 gasoline throughout summer 2025 to help address ongoing fuel supply challenges.

PFAS and Produce

Administrator Zeldin Announces Major EPA Actions to Combat PFAS Contamination

EPA announces new measures to address PFAS contamination, including expanded testing, stricter regulations, and a polluter-pays framework.

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