Environmental Health and Safety


PFAS Protections

EPA Adds PFHxS-Na to Toxics Release Inventory, Expanding PFAS Oversight

The EPA is broadening its PFAS reporting requirements by adding sodium perfluorohexanesulfonate to the Toxics Release Inventory, reinforcing federal efforts to increase chemical transparency and accountability.

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Experts Warn of Climate and Health Threats, Urge Coordinated Action at Harvard Event

Experts at Harvard Climate Action Week warn of escalating climate and health risks and call for coordinated action to protect vulnerable communities.

Lead Paint Warning Sign

EPA, HUD Reach Settlements with Newark Housing Authority to Address Lead Hazards

The Newark Housing Authority has reached settlements with EPA and HUD to address lead paint hazards at 11 properties, requiring testing, abatement, and improved compliance to better protect thousands of residents.

Box Truck on Icy Road

Bad Weather Drives Up Truck Fuel Costs, but Smarter Planning Cuts the Waste

Rain, snow, and ice increase fuel use, delay deliveries, and raise emissions, but fleets that plan routes, train drivers, and maintain equipment can reduce costs and stay on schedule.

Water Inspectors

When Regulators Fail, Litigation Becomes the Last Stand for Worker and Public Safety

As oversight agencies face funding cuts and weakened authority, lawsuits are emerging as a critical tool to uncover contamination, hold polluters accountable, and protect communities from toxic exposures.

Filling Glass of Water

Xylem and Amazon Partner on Smart Water Upgrades to Save More Than 1.3 Billion Liters Annually in Mexico

Advanced water technology helps Mexico City and Monterrey reduce leaks and improve supply for thousands of residents.

Box of Carrot Food Donation

EPA Launches “Feed It Onward” Initiative to Reduce Food Waste, Support Communities

The new voluntary program connects farms, food providers, and military bases with communities in need, aiming to cut food waste, save families money, and reduce landfill impacts.

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Grand Junction Receives $9.8M Grant to Expand Recycling Access on Colorado’s Western Slope

The Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise awarded funding to build a new Material Recovery Facility, expanding recycling access in rural and underserved areas while boosting the state’s circular economy.



Environmental Health

Strategic Maintenance Solutions Partners with Environmental IoT Solutions to Advance Facility Safety and Compliance

An exclusive agreement positions SMS as the preferred services provider for deploying and supporting EIS’s real-time environmental monitoring technologies across hospitals, higher education, life sciences, and government facilities.

Green Environment Globe

EPA Relaunches Guidance Portal to Improve Access to Environmental Compliance Resources

The updated online portal centralizes active EPA guidance documents, giving businesses, organizations, and the public streamlined access to information on air, water, waste, and other environmental programs.

EPS List of Functions

EPA Marks 200 Days with 200 Environmental Actions

The agency reports continued progress across air, land and water protection, including major cleanups, pollution control, and water infrastructure investments.

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Senate Confirms Paige Hallen Hanson as EPA’s Chief Financial Officer

Veteran budget strategist steps into top financial role at the Environmental Protection Agency, guiding oversight of billions in public funds.

Great Lakes

EPA’s Largest Research Vessel Launches Great Lakes Water Quality Survey

The Lake Guardian sets out to assess the health of all five Great Lakes, collecting data on plankton, nutrients, and water quality to guide environmental protection efforts.

Scales of Environmental Justice

Maryland Governor Signs Executive Order to Embed Environmental Justice in State Policy

The VOICE order mandates agency-wide equity plans, environmental justice officers, and data-driven tools to address pollution and health disparities.

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EPA Advances Agency Reorganization to Strengthen Mission Delivery and Oversight

Structural updates across EPA divisions aim to improve coordination, modernize operations, and enhance the agency’s ability to deliver clean air, land, and water to all communities.

Radon Symbol

Protecting Vulnerable Populations from Radon: Challenges and Solutions in Indoor Air Safety

Radon is an invisible gas linked to lung cancer, posing the greatest risk to vulnerable groups in poorly ventilated homes—making education and testing essential.

Plants Lining a Path

Green for Greene Graduates 15 Trainees, Boosting Local Green Workforce

Fifteen residents completed free environmental job training through Green for Greene, gaining certifications for careers in environmental cleanup and safety.

Workers Taking a Break

Why Microbreaks Might Be the Most Underrated Ergonomics Tool at Work

A new workplace movement program shows that brief, targeted activity breaks can reduce discomfort, improve performance, and support long-term employee wellness.

Combustible Dust

Urban Growth Fuels Rise in Construction Pollution Risks

From fine particulate emissions to noise and vibration, unchecked construction activity in expanding cities poses growing environmental and health threats.

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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.