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Earth Day 2025

MLB Marks One Year of Sustainability Partnership with WM on Earth Day

The first year of the league’s sustainability initiative showcases major progress in waste diversion, energy use, and water conservation.

Series of Recycling Bins

Washington House Advances Recycling Reform Bill

The bill sets the stage for a statewide EPR program to improve recycling access and hold producers accountable for packaging waste.

Stormwater Runoff Drain

EPA Extends Comment Period on Proposed 2026 Industrial Stormwater Permit

Public input is now open through May 19 on a proposed 2026 permit regulating industrial stormwater discharges across select U.S. regions.

Houses Submerged in Water

New York Advances New Stormwater Bill to Help Communities Prepare for Flooding

New York advances the Rain Ready Act to help local communities manage stormwater and prepare for increasingly severe flooding.

Sulfur on the Periodic Table

Startup Faces Scrutiny Over Sulfur Dioxide Balloons

EPA investigates controversial startup for unauthorized sulfur dioxide releases in climate cooling scheme.

Child Drinking Water at Bathroom Sink

EPA to Review Health Risks of Fluoride in Drinking Water Following New Study

The EPA is launching a new scientific review to assess potential health risks of fluoride in drinking water following recent findings linking high exposure to lower IQ in children.

Solar Panels

Examining the Environmental Impact of Solar Panels

Solar power is cleaner than fossil fuels, but its environmental costs need smarter, safer solutions.

Sara Beck and Paul Onkundi Nyangaresi (center) with students and staff of Rianyabayo Memorial Academy.

AIHA Powers Public Health in Kenya

UV disinfection offers a safe, compact, and energy-efficient way to neutralize harmful pathogens without affecting water taste.



Charred Car at Wildfire Scene Aftermath

EPA Completes Cleanup at Lario Staging Area with No Impact

The EPA has completed hazardous material cleanup at the Lario Staging Area with no environmental impact.

A woman standing next to a stepladder using her phone

Essential Tips for Choosing Non-Toxic Paints for Your New Home

Non-toxic paints offer a healthier, eco-friendly alternative to traditional paints, improving indoor air quality and supporting sustainable living.

Clean Water Solutions

Solutions for Clean Water Access in Disaster Zones

Ensuring access to clean water after natural disasters is vital, as damaged infrastructure can leave communities at risk of dehydration and disease.

“Planning a plastic-free relocation is possible."

Is Planning a Plastic-Free Relocation Possible?

Relocation is more than just logistics; it’s an opportunity to rethink the plastic waste that’s become synonymous with the process and explore whether a sustainable, plastic-free move is truly achievable.

EPA and Springfield, Illinois, Agree to Address Coal Ash Contamination

EPA and Springfield, Illinois, Agree to Address Coal Ash Contamination

The EPA and Springfield, Illinois, have agreed on measures to address coal ash contamination at CWLP facilities near Lake Springfield.

California Mobile Home Park Agrees to $50,000 Penalty and Water System Upgrades

California Mobile Home Park Agrees to $50,000 Penalty and Water System Upgrades

The Oasis Mobile Home Park operators must address arsenic contamination and wastewater issues to meet EPA standards.

Coastal Zone Management in India: Current Status, Challenges and Future Directions

Coastal Zone Management in India: Current Status, Challenges and Future Directions

Innovative strategies integrating technology, nature-based solutions and community involvement are essential for managing India's coastal zones sustainably and enhancing their resilience to environmental and socio-economic challenges.

Hino Motors Faces $1.6 Billion in Penalties for Emissions Fraud

Hino Motors Faces $1.6 Billion in Penalties for Emissions Fraud

Hino Motors will pay over $1.6 billion in fines and penalties after admitting to falsifying emissions data and violating U.S. environmental laws for more than a decade.

EPA Awards $2.4 Million to Small Businesses for Environmental Tech Development

EPA Awards $2.4 Million to Small Businesses for Environmental Tech Development

The EPA will provide small businesses with $2.4 million to support the development of innovative technologies addressing environmental challenges.

Indiana Auto Parts Distributor Will Pay $7.4 Million for Clean Air Act Violations

Indiana Auto Parts Distributor Will Pay $7.4 Million for Clean Air Act Violations

Meyer Distributing will pay $7.4 million and fund a $1.2 million clean air project after selling illegal emissions defeat devices.

EPA, DOE Award $6 Million to Advance Biofuel Technologies

EPA, DOE Award $6 Million to Advance Biofuel Technologies

The DOE and EPA have allocated $6 million to support biofuel technology advancements.

Iowa and Missouri Truck Stops Face Penalties for Clean Water Act Violations

Iowa and Missouri Truck Stops Face Penalties for Clean Water Act Violations

Two truck stops in Iowa and Missouri agreed to pay over $390,000 for alleged violations of federal regulations.