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- Boyle Heights Residents Demand Disaster Declaration After Fire A rotting food crisis and highly toxic smoke led community members to request state intervention following a major warehouse blaze.
- Global Intact Forests Shrink From Fires and Fragmentation A new World Resources Institute analysis shows human-caused fires and industrial expansion have destroyed 15% of unbroken wild forests.
- Federal Agencies Remove Longstanding Definition of “Harm” from Endangered Species Act RegulationsThe final rule eliminates a decades-old regulatory definition, with federal agencies saying the change better aligns implementation of the Endangered Species Act with the law's text.
- New York Imposes Nation's First Statewide Moratorium on New Hyperscale Data CentersState pauses new large-scale AI data center projects while officials develop environmental and energy standards.
- EPA Increases Scrutiny of Chemical Facilities: How Safety Leaders Can PrepareEvolving EPA enforcement strategies under the Clean Air Act's Risk Management Program require chemical facility managers to bridge worker process safety with community emergency response documentation.
- Experts Demand Water Safety Reform After NYC Legionnaires OutbreakAn expert warns cooling towers pose widespread risks as New York City faces its second major outbreak of the disease in less than a year.
- From Data Entry to Fieldwork: How AI Can Restore Passion to Environmental ComplianceBy automating tedious regulatory data entry and form validation, machine learning allows EHS professionals to escape compliance burnout and return to proactive field conservation.
- Management Buyout Positions LayerOne for PFAS Removal CommercializationMorten Eikenes takes the helm as chief executive officer to drive advanced material solutions for global water treatment.
- Groups Urge EPA to Stop Preconstruction Rule ChangeEnvironmental and health organizations argue a proposed rule allowing industrial polluters to build before securing permits violates the Clean Air Act.
- Yorkshire Water Expands Artificial Intelligence Asset Monitoring ProgramA major UK utility is scaling up its use of AI and electrical signature analysis to protect hard-to-reach pumps and prevent pollution.
- How Data Centers and AI are Impacting Communities’ Utility Bills and Air QualityThe explosive expansion of generative AI is driving massive electricity consumption, prompting utility companies to delay fossil fuel plant retirements and pass infrastructure costs onto regional ratepayers.
- Chemours Agrees to $450 Million PFAS SettlementThe historic federal agreement requires the chemical manufacturer to install pollution controls and fund clean drinking water in three states.
- EPA Loopholes Leave Los Angeles Families Vulnerable to Long-term Cancer ExposureDelayed public warnings, lack of real-time air monitoring and potential regulatory rollbacks on commercial sterilizers expose urban communities to hazardous ethylene oxide emissions.
- What Invasive Species Reveal About Public Engagement With Local EcosystemsInvisible environmental hazards like wild parsnip and invasive pampas grass trigger severe chemical burns and chronic allergies, driving a push for localized community stewardship.
- ASHRAE Honors World Refrigeration Day Theme of Cool IntelligenceThe global awareness campaign highlights how artificial intelligence and advanced controls improve refrigeration and heat pump system efficiency.
- UK Water Utilities Turn to Smart Tech to Fight LeaksAs extreme weather swings accelerate infrastructure damage, water utilities turn to advanced data analytics and automated acoustic tracking.
- Fenceline Monitoring for Construction Sites – Better In Than OutActive perimeter tracking protects neighboring communities and shelters developers from severe EPA Clean Air Act fines by mapping dust, noise, and vibration spikes.
- EPA Launches Sustainability Resource Website for FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Cities and FansThe new website provides tools, scientific resources and environmental guidance to support sustainability efforts, waste reduction, recycling and air quality management during FIFA World Cup 2026™.
- Intermodal Shifts and Retail Consolidation De-Carbonize Logistics FreightLeveraging 3PL orchestration, intermodal rail conversions and weigh-station bypass software allow shippers to slash transport emissions while boosting margins.
- Why Recycling School Buses Protects Kids and the EnvironmentRetiring pre-1998 diesel fleets via certified vehicle destruction programs eliminates toxic carbon emissions and drives measurable student academic gains.
- Genesis AEC Highlights New System Modeling PlatformThe engineering platform allows equipment suppliers to demonstrate system performance, operational costs and sustainability metrics early in facility planning.
- What Is Decentralized Wastewater Reuse for IndustryTreating factory effluent at the source eliminates municipal transport costs while providing manufacturing plants with a resilient, self-sustaining water supply.
- EPA Urges Southeast to Prepare for Hurricane SeasonAgency says advance planning can help protect lives, property, infrastructure and the environment as Atlantic storms approach.
- Federal Government Files Complaint Against Chemical ImporterA New York-based chemical supplier is facing legal action for allegedly importing millions of pounds of toxic materials without proper oversight.
- California Updates Pesticide Rules on Water and Worker SafetyA pair of new regulatory updates aimed at sharpening groundwater monitoring and mitigating heat-related risks for agricultural workers will take effect this summer.
- Deadly Chemical Tank Rupture at Washington Paper Mill Spills 500,000 Gallons of Corrosive LiquidA chemical tank rupture in Longview spilled 500,000 gallons of corrosive liquid, marking one of the nation's deadliest workplace disasters in years.
- Guide Aims to Secure Agricultural Water Supply ChainsA new step-by-step framework helps companies identify and mitigate water-related risks across global farming supply networks.
- New Playbook Raises Environmental Concerns Over AI Data Center ExpansionThe recommendations call for increased transparency, stronger environmental reviews, and greater community oversight as utilities and developers continue expanding large-scale AI infrastructure nationwide.
- Orange County Hazmat Emergency Highlights High-Risk Chemical Storage HazardsAn overheated methyl methacrylate storage tank in Garden Grove triggered a large-scale hazmat response and raised concerns over fire, explosion, and hazardous vapor exposure risks.
- Mid-Atlantic Beach Water Monitoring Boosted by Federal GrantsNearly $1 million in federal funding will help Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia test coastal waters and issue public safety alerts.
- Hidden Contaminants Threaten Millions Using Unregulated Private WellsLacking federal monitoring standards, millions of households face public health and environmental data blind spots due to untested groundwater.
- Billions Allocated to Eradicate Toxic Lead Water PipesThe funding will go to state programs to identify and replace dangerous drinking water infrastructure nationwide.
- EPA Advances Updated PFAS Strategy Focused on Drinking Water and EnforcementThe agency’s revised PFAS strategy emphasizes drinking water protections, scientific research, cleanup efforts and enforcement tied to contamination from “forever chemicals.”
- EPA Proposes Rollback on Coal Plant Wastewater RulesA draft plan weakens federal requirements for treating toxic leachate seeping from coal ash dumps into US waterways.
- Aquatech Expands Lithium and Water Recovery Capabilities with FTS H2O AcquisitionThe acquisition is expected to strengthen technologies tied to lithium processing, zero liquid discharge systems and industrial brine management amid growing demand for sustainable water treatment solutions.
- Coal Pollution Significantly Stifles Global Solar Energy YieldsNew research reveals that particulate matter from coal-fired plants acts as a "hidden drag" by blocking sunlight from reaching solar panels.
- Indoor Air Quality Doesnt Reset When You Move InMoving day doesn't mean a clean slate for your lungs. Learn how to identify and clear out the chemical and biological history left by previous owners.
- Global Groups Align on Plastic Recycling StandardsInternational collaboration enters third year with new technical agreements on polypropylene and film recycling.
- EPA Proposes Rule to Redefine ‘Begin Actual Construction’ in PermittingThe proposed rule aims to clarify when construction activities can begin under Clean Air Act permitting programs while reducing delays for infrastructure and energy projects.
- Cheap PET Imports Threaten US Recycling IndustryDomestic recycling capacity has dropped 25% as low-priced foreign plastic floods the market, industry leaders told federal trade officials.
- USDA Renews Five Year Rural Water Assistance ContractNRWA experts will continue providing technical and managerial support to small water systems across the United States.
- EPA Launches Interactive Map to Improve Permitting TransparencyThe new tool allows users to track environmental permits, access project data and better understand regulatory timelines across the country.
- The Hidden Environmental Costs of Modern Fulfillment CentersExplore how the hidden environmental impact of energy use, packaging waste and logistics is reshaping the future of modern warehouse operations.
- Colorado Report Details New Strategies for Refinery Emission CutsState health officials released a contractor-led study comparing the Suncor refinery to national standards to find further pollution reductions.
- CIRCOR Unveils Biofuel Upgrade Kits for Marine PumpsNew retrofit kits allow commercial vessel operators to transition to sustainable fuels without replacing existing pump systems.
- Federal Watchdog Finds Gaps in Hazardous Waste InspectionsA new OIG report reveals that over 19% of large-scale hazardous waste generators missed mandatory inspections during a recent five-year period.
- Global Cities Urge Faster Transition to Renewable EnergyMayors from across the globe say shifting away from fossil fuels is the most effective path to securing affordable and reliable power.
- Nationwide Boiler Highlights High-Capacity Mobile Steam Boilers for Industrial UseTrailer-mounted saturated and superheated steam boilers deliver high-output performance, fuel flexibility and low-NOx emissions for petrochemical and heavy industrial use.
- Nederman Showcases Exhaust Extraction System at FDIC 2026Magna Systems technology targets diesel exhaust at the source to improve fire station air quality and protect firefighters.
- PFAS Destruction, Disposal Guidance Updated with New DataThe federal guidance outlines current approaches to managing PFAS waste, highlighting disposal challenges, evolving treatment technologies and the need to minimize environmental releases.
- Federal Strategy Targets Water Recycling for AI InfrastructureA new national initiative aims to secure water resources for data centers and energy production through expanded industrial reuse partnerships.
- EPA Reaffirms Environmental Mission in Earth Day MessageDeputy Administrator David Fotouhi emphasized the agency’s commitment to clean air, land and water while highlighting ongoing efforts to protect human health and the environment.
- Solutions Proposed for Tijuana River Pollution CrisisExperts and advocates call for state action as toxic runoff creates a public health and economic emergency in San Diego County.
- Colorado Tightens Restrictions on Toxic Air ContaminantsNew regulations require industrial facilities to slash emissions of five high-priority pollutants to protect public health.
- Protecting Critical Water Infrastructure from Climate-Driven Slope FailuresAs extreme weather weakens terrain, new engineering and nature-based strategies are emerging to stabilize slopes and secure vital water networks.