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New Federal Rule Expands Toxic Chemical Reporting

Facilities must now track and disclose PFHxS-Na releases, bringing the total number of tracked PFAS substances to 206.

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EPA Updates Regional Haze Guidance to Include Grid Reliability Factors

The agency clarifies that states should consider energy impacts and power grid stability when drafting air quality plans for coal plants.

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EPA Mid-Atlantic Administrator tours Pennsylvania infrastructure

Amy Van Blarcom-Lackey toured Pennsylvania’s Wyoming Valley to review brownfield reclamation and water infrastructure.

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EPA Extends Public Comment Period for Pierson's Creek Cleanup

The EPA will now accept feedback through March 19 on a plan to remove contaminated sediment from the 1.5-mile Newark waterway.

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EPA to Revamp Clean School Bus Program and Expand Fuel Options

The agency is seeking public input on gas, hydrogen, and biofuel options for school fleets while canceling the 2024 rebate funding round.

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Thrive Buildings Launches ThriveIQ to Support Continuous Optimization in Critical Facilities

Thrive Buildings has launched ThriveIQ, a managed services platform using FDD and an independent data layer to sustain optimization in critical environments.

Vehicle Emissions

Colorado Officials Respond to Federal Rollback of Vehicle Emissions Standards

Colorado officials said the state will continue pursuing clean transportation and air quality initiatives as it reviews a federal rollback affecting greenhouse gas emissions standards for cars and trucks.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

EPA Rescinds 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, Shifting Emissions Rulemaking

The agency has revoked its 2009 greenhouse gas endangerment finding, a major shift that could impact Clean Air Act emissions standards and future environmental regulations.



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EPA Pushes Forward on Long-Term Fix for Tijuana River Sewage Crisis

Administrator Lee Zeldin returned to San Diego to highlight progress on a long-term, cross-border plan aimed at stopping sewage flows and reducing environmental and public health impacts.

Wastewater

EPA Honors New England Wastewater Facilities and Operators with 2025 Regional Awards

EPA Region 1 recognized seven wastewater treatment facilities and professionals across New England for excellence in operations, training, and industrial pretreatment programs.

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Colorado Program Expands Lead Testing and Remediation in School, Child Care Drinking Water

Colorado’s Test and Fix Water for Kids Program has tested more than 62,000 drinking water fixtures at schools and child care facilities to reduce lead exposure.

EnviroVac Announces Partnership with Vecta Environmental Services

The transaction expands EnviroVac’s environmental and industrial services capabilities while strengthening the company’s national footprint.

Stream Water

Michigan EGLE Opens 2026 Grants for Volunteer Stream Cleanup and Monitoring

Michigan EGLE is accepting applications for 2026 MiCorps grants supporting volunteer stream cleanup and water quality monitoring across the state.

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EPA Advances Proposed Revisions to State Air Quality Plans

Proposed updates under the Clean Air Act would affect how state air quality plans addressing ozone pollution are reviewed and implemented.

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EPA Targets Major Reduction in Animal Testing

The agency will significantly reduce mammalian animal testing in chemical safety evaluations and expand the use of alternative scientific methods.

Water Infrastructure

New Water Innovation Guide Maps Path from Concept to Adoption

The open-access resource outlines how utilities, regulators, and funders support innovation—offering lessons for U.S. water systems.

Wildfire Soil Testing

EPA Launches Soil Sampling Program to Validate L.A. Wildfire Cleanup

EPA will collect soil samples in Los Angeles fire-affected areas to confirm cleanup effectiveness, focusing on lead contamination, with results expected by spring 2026.

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Autonomous Monitoring Strengthens Environmental Oversight at Northern Lights CCS Facility

Equinor is using autonomous robotic inspection at its Northern Lights CCS facility to improve CO₂ monitoring and safety.

Radon Action Month

Michigan Declares January 2026 Radon Action Month

State officials urge residents to test homes during winter heating season, when indoor radon levels are typically highest.

Wastewater System

EPA Delays Coal Plant Wastewater Rule, Allowing Continued Toxic Discharges

The agency’s five-year delay of stricter wastewater standards for coal-fired power plants will allow ongoing releases of arsenic, mercury and other pollutants into U.S. waterways that supply drinking water.