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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.
- Colorado Officials Respond to Federal Rollback of Vehicle Emissions StandardsColorado 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.
- EPA Rescinds 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, Shifting Emissions RulemakingThe agency has revoked its 2009 greenhouse gas endangerment finding, a major shift that could impact Clean Air Act emissions standards and future environmental regulations.
- The Hidden Environmental Cost of Temporary Storage and WarehousingTemporary storage and warehousing offer convenience, but their hidden environmental costs include high energy use, land consumption, transportation emissions, and packaging waste.
- What Is Premises Liability for Environmental Incidents?Premises liability for environmental incidents includes chemical spills, air emissions, runoff violations, and legacy contamination, creating regulatory and legal risk for property owners and operators.
- EPA Pushes Forward on Long-Term Fix for Tijuana River Sewage CrisisAdministrator 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.
- EPA Honors New England Wastewater Facilities and Operators with 2025 Regional AwardsEPA Region 1 recognized seven wastewater treatment facilities and professionals across New England for excellence in operations, training, and industrial pretreatment programs.
- Colorado Program Expands Lead Testing and Remediation in School, Child Care Drinking WaterColorado’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 ServicesThe transaction expands EnviroVac’s environmental and industrial services capabilities while strengthening the company’s national footprint.
- Michigan EGLE Opens 2026 Grants for Volunteer Stream Cleanup and MonitoringMichigan EGLE is accepting applications for 2026 MiCorps grants supporting volunteer stream cleanup and water quality monitoring across the state.
- Environmental Compliance Challenges in Biotech & Pharma FacilitiesBiotech and pharma facilities face complex environmental compliance challenges involving hazardous waste, emissions, lab safety, and regulatory audits. Learn the risks and best practices.
- EPA Advances Proposed Revisions to State Air Quality PlansProposed updates under the Clean Air Act would affect how state air quality plans addressing ozone pollution are reviewed and implemented.
- EPA Seeks Applicants for Environmental Education GrantsAgency announces up to $3.2 million to support community-based environmental education projects nationwide.
- EPA Targets Major Reduction in Animal TestingThe agency will significantly reduce mammalian animal testing in chemical safety evaluations and expand the use of alternative scientific methods.
- New Water Innovation Guide Maps Path from Concept to AdoptionThe open-access resource outlines how utilities, regulators, and funders support innovation—offering lessons for U.S. water systems.
- Managing Energy Costs in FacilitiesSmall shifts in usage can have a big impact.
- How Scientists Are Trying to Destroy Forever ChemicalsResearchers are exploring emerging methods to break down PFAS and other “forever chemicals,” aiming to reduce long-term environmental and health risks.
- EPA Launches Soil Sampling Program to Validate L.A. Wildfire CleanupEPA will collect soil samples in Los Angeles fire-affected areas to confirm cleanup effectiveness, focusing on lead contamination, with results expected by spring 2026.
- Why Construction Standards Must Catch Up to a Changing ClimateMany building and infrastructure codes still rely on historical climate data, even as storms, heat, and flooding intensify—creating growing risks for communities, economies, and resilience planning.
- Autonomous Monitoring Strengthens Environmental Oversight at Northern Lights CCS FacilityEquinor is using autonomous robotic inspection at its Northern Lights CCS facility to improve CO₂ monitoring and safety.
- Water Quality Considerations When Moving to a New CityDifferences in water sources, treatment methods, and infrastructure can affect household habits, conservation efforts, and long-term sustainability after a move.
- DOD Technologies Launches PFAS Testing DivisionNew DOD Labs unit will provide EPA-approved analytical testing for PFAS in water, soil, and other environmental samples.
- ESG Reporting, AI, and the Risk of Trusting Automation Too MuchAs companies rely more heavily on AI for sustainability reporting, experts warn that unchecked automation can introduce errors, undermine credibility, and increase disclosure risk.
- Michigan Declares January 2026 Radon Action MonthState officials urge residents to test homes during winter heating season, when indoor radon levels are typically highest.
- EPA Delays Coal Plant Wastewater Rule, Allowing Continued Toxic DischargesThe 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.
- EPA Inspector General Flags Oversight Gaps in Federal Grant SpendingA new audit highlights weaknesses in monitoring and documentation practices tied to large federal environmental grants, underscoring the importance of accountability as funding programs expand.
- ACC Reports Safety and Sustainability Gains Through Responsible Care ProgramNew Responsible Care performance data from the American Chemistry Council shows measurable reductions in emissions and energy intensity, highlighting continued progress in safety, transparency, and environmental stewardship across the U.S. chemical industry.
- EPA, Mexico Advance Agreement to Address Tijuana River Sewage PollutionNew bilateral agreement outlines infrastructure, monitoring, and planning steps to reduce cross-border wastewater impacts.
- CSU Dominguez Hills Improves Restroom Maintenance and EfficiencyFacilities leaders cite consistency, safety, and sustainability as drivers behind campus-wide plumbing standardization.
- Energy Efficiency Tops Building Infrastructure Priorities, Siemens Study FindsA 2025 Siemens study finds energy efficiency has become the leading infrastructure priority for organizations, driven by decarbonization goals, smart building investment and the push toward net-zero buildings.
- Reducing the Environmental Risks of Power Transformers Through Modern TechnologyAdvances in transformer design, monitoring and materials are helping utilities reduce oil leaks, minimize environmental impact and improve the sustainability of power distribution systems.