Federal Regulators
- EPA begins reviews of two Connecticut Superfund site cleanups this year Boston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to conduct comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at two National Priorities List (NPL) Superfund sites in Connecticut by performing required Five-Year Reviews.
- EPA begins 14 reviews of Massachusetts Superfund site cleanups this year Boston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to conduct 14 comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at National Priorities List (NPL) Superfund sites, including two Federal Facilities, across Massachusetts by performing required Five-Year Reviews of sites.
- EPA begins review of cleanup at Saco Tannery Superfund site Boston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to conduct a comprehensive review of the Saco Tannery Waste Pits Superfund site in Saco, Maine by performing a required Five-Year Review.
- EPA begins reviews of three Rhode Island Superfund site cleanups this year Boston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to conduct comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at three National Priorities List (NPL) Superfund sites, including a Federal Facility, in Rhode Island by performing required Five-Year Reviews of sites.
- EPA begins reviews of four New Hampshire Superfund site cleanups this year Boston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to conduct comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at four National Priorities List (NPL) Superfund sites, including a Federal Facility, in New Hampshire by performing required Five-Year Reviews of sites.
- EPA begins reviews of six Vermont Superfund site cleanups this year Boston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to conduct comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at six National Priorities List (NPL) Superfund sites in Vermont by performing required Five-Year Reviews of sites.
- EPA Seeks Nominations for Members of Great Lakes Advisory Board CHICAGO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking nominations of qualified candidates who desire to serve as members of EPA’s Great Lakes Advisory Board (GLAB).
- U.S. EPA orders Greka to study potential hazardous waste releases at Santa Maria, Calif. refinery SAN FRANCISCO —Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ordered Greka to conduct sampling at its Santa Maria, Calif. refinery to determine whether improper storage and management of hazardous wastes contaminated local soil and groundwater.
- EPA Awards Funding to Reduce Diesel Emissions at the State Port Authority in Mobile, Ala. ATLANTA (February 21, 2019) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is awarding a Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program grant totaling $400,000 to the Alabama State Port Authority in Mobile, Ala.
- EPA Awards Funding to American Lung Association to Reduce Diesel Emissions in the Southeast ATLANTA (February 21, 2019) – The U.S.
- USDA Forest Service and BLM announce 2019 grazing fees WASHINGTON, D.C. – The federal grazing fee for 2019 will be $1.35 per head month (HM) for lands administered by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service and $1.35 per animal unit month (AUM) for public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management. The 2018 public land grazing fee was $1.41.
- Secretary Perry Announces Members of the Secretary of Energy Advisory Board Secretary Perry announced the first members of his SEAB. This announcement is the first of multiple installments of the board.
- Department of Energy to Negotiate Cooperative Agreements on the Production of Molybdenum-99 with Four U.S. Companies Mo-99 is such a critical tool in healthcare. Doctors count on it every day - Secretary Rick Perry
- 2020 Collegiate Wind Competition Participants Announced Announcement of the 2020 Collegiate Wind Competition Teams
- U.S. EPA proposes to delete part of the Beckman Instruments Superfund site in Porterville, Calif., from the National Priorities List SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to delete the land portion of the Beckman Instruments site in Porterville, Calif., from the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL).
- The Government of Puerto Rico Repays Clean Water and Drinking Water Fund Debt WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing that the Government of Puerto Rico has repaid its $194.5 million debt to the Puerto Rico Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds (SRFs).
- EPA Releases 2018 Power Plant Emissions Demonstrating Continued Progress WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S.
- The Government of Puerto Rico Repays Clean Water and Drinking Water Fund Debt (NEW YORK) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing that the Government of Puerto Rico has repaid its $194.5 million debt to the Puerto Rico Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds (SRFs).
- U. S. Settles with Trident Seafoods Corporation to Reduce Ozone-Depleting EmissionsSeattle – Trident Seafoods Corporation has agreed to reduce emissions of ozone-depleting substances from refrigeration equipment on its vessels, under a proposed settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S.
- EPA Releases First Major Update to Chemicals List in 40 YearsWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released an update of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory listing the chemicals that are actively being manufactured, processed and imported in the United States.
- Integrity Applied Science resolves chemical storage reporting violations at Longmont, Colo. facilityDENVER -- The U.S.
- Deputy Secretary Brouillett at Munich Security Conference 2019Deputy Secretary Brouillett attended the Munich Security Conference 2019 and discussed global security issues.
- Energy Department Announces Opening of Battery Recycling Center at Argonne National LabNew battery recycling center will speed battery recycling and reduce U.S. dependence on foreign sources of critical materials.
- EPA recovers costs for cleanup work done at Fletcher's Paint Superfund Site, Milford, N.H.Boston - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced a cost recovery settlement with the General Electric Company (GE) for the cleanup of the Fletcher’s Paint Works and Storage Facility Superfund Site in Milford, N.H.
- Chevron Technology Ventures Awards Winners in FE-Supported Produced Water ChallengeToday, Chevron Technology Ventures, LLC announced three winners of the FE-supported Chevron Tech Challenge for Produced Water.
- Deputy Secretary Brouillette Meets With International Atomic Energy AgencyConversations covered nuclear nonproliferation, management practices, nuclear cooperation, and advances in civilian nuclear energy.
- Department of Energy to Provide $12 Million for Research on Quantum Information Science for Particle PhysicsResearch will explore connections between fields.
- EPA Acting Administrator Announces First-Ever Comprehensive Nationwide PFAS Action Plan***Watch the livestream of today's 9:00 AM EST press conference at www.epa.gov/live***
- EPA Acting Administrator Announces First-Ever Comprehensive Nationwide PFAS Action PlanPHILADELPHIA (February 14, 2019) — Today, at an event in Philadelphia, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler announced EPA’s Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Action Plan.
- Northwest stove supplier settles with EPA over sales of uncertified wood stovesSeattle – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has reached a settlement agreement with Keller Supply Company to resolve alleged violations of the federal Clean Air Act.
- NETL-Supported Scale-Up of Nickel Superalloy Component Manufacturing Processes for Advanced Ultrasupercritical Technology Moves ForwardFE's National Energy Technology Laboratory is set to scale up components of advanced ultrasupercritical power plant technologies.
- Lancaster, N.H. Chief Wastewater Operator Recognized for Outstanding ServiceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized Tim Bilodeau of Lancaster, N.H., for his work maintaining the Lancaster Wastewater Treatment Facility.
- Westerly, R.I., Wastewater Facility Recognized for ExcellenceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized the wastewater treatment facility in Westerly, R.I. for its commitment to improving water quality.
- Windham, Conn. Wastewater Facility Recognized for ExcellenceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized the wastewater treatment facility in Windham, Conn. for its commitment to improving water quality.
- Warren, R.I., Wastewater Facility Recognized for ExcellenceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized the wastewater treatment facility in Warren, R.I. for its commitment to improving water quality.
- Great Barrington, Mass., Wastewater Operator Recognized for Outstanding ServiceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized Paula Ely of Great Barrington, Mass. for her work maintaining the Great Barrington Wastewater Treatment Facility.
- Warwick, R.I., Wastewater Operator Trainer Recognized for Outstanding ServiceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized Nora Lough of the Narragansett Bay Commission in Providence, Rhode Island for her work training wastewater operators throughout the country.
- Keene, N.H. Wastewater Pretreatment Program Recognized for ExcellenceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized the wastewater treatment facility in Keene, New Hampshire for its commitment to improving water quality.
- Charles River Water Pollution Control District Industrial Pretreatment Program Recognized for ExcellenceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized the wastewater treatment facility in Medway, Mass. for its commitment to improving water quality.
- Leominster, Mass. Wastewater Facility Recognized for ExcellenceBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently recognized the wastewater treatment facility in Leominster, Mass. for its commitment to improving water quality.
- EPA to Announce First-Ever Comprehensive Nationwide PFAS Action PlanCHICAGO (February 13, 2019) – Tomorrow, Thursday, February 14, 2019, U.S.
- EPA Acting Administrator Wheeler Signs MOU with National FFA Organization to Enhance Environmental EducationPHOTOS
- Media Advisory: EPA to Announce First-Ever Comprehensive Nationwide PFAS Action PlanSAN FRANCISCO (February 13, 2019) – Tomorrow, Thursday, February 14, 2019, U.S.
- Deputy Secretary Brouillette Participates In German LNG ConferenceDeputy Secretary Brouillette emphasized how America’s natural gas revolution has played an integral role in U.S. energy security.
- Department of Energy Announces $66 Million for Research on Plants and MicrobesGenomics-based research will help develop crops for bioenergy.
- White House Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Is Accelerating America’s Leadership in Artificial IntelligencePresident Trump launches his American AI Initiative that directs Federal agencies to prioritize investments in research and development of AI.
- Department of Energy to Provide $30 Million for New Data Science Approaches for Chemistry and Materials ResearchResearch will accelerate breakthroughs in science underlying energy technologies.
- Hanford Site Energy Efficiency and Incentives SkyrocketContractors at the Hanford Site are expected to earn more than $1.1 million in government incentives for saving energy over the past four years, thanks to a collaborative effort led by contractor Mission Support Alliance (MSA).
- EPA Announces 2018 Annual Environmental Enforcement ResultsWASHINGTON — In FY 2018, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) worked in collaboration with state and tribal programs to assure compliance with federal environmental laws.
- Potentially Responsible Parties to Begin Comprehensive Groundwater Study at West Lake LandfillEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- Settlement Reached with Drummond Company to Resolve Alleged Clean Air Act Violations at the Coke Byproduct Recovery Plant Located at the ABC Coke Facility in Tarrant, Ala.Atlanta (February 8, 2019) Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S.
- Department of Energy Announces $35 Million for Ultra-Efficient Power ManagementARPA-E awards 12 new projects to support medium-voltage devices for grid, industry and transportation.
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water InfrastructureWASHINGTON — As highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the President’s Infrast
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in Region 5 Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water InfrastructureChicago (February 7, 2019) —As highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the President’s Infrastru
- EPA Advances President Trump's Water Infrastructure Agenda Through Accelerated Investments in New York and New Jersey(New York, NY) — As highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the President’s Infrastructure Initiative, the U.
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in Region 8 Through Accelerated Investments America’s Water InfrastructureAs highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the President’s Infrastructure Initiative, the U.S.
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in Region 6 Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water Infrastructure
- EPA Advances President Trump's Infrastructure Agenda Through Accelerated Investments in America's Water InfrastructureBOSTON — As highlighted in President Trump's State of the Union address and in support of the President's Infrastructure Initiative
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in the Southeast Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water InfrastructureWashington—As highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the President’s Infrastructure Initiative
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in Florida Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water InfrastructureWashington—As highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the President’s Infrastructure Initiative
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in the Pacific Southwest Through Accelerated Investments in Water InfrastructureLOS ANGELES—As highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the President’s Infrastructure Initiative
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in West Virginia Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water InfrastructurePHILADELPHIA (February 7, 2019)—As highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in the Mid-Atlantic Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water InfrastructurePHILADELPHIA (February 7, 2019)—As highlighted in President Trump’s State of the Union address and in support of the
- EPA seeking applications for work on the Conowingo Watershed Implementation PlanPHILADELPHIA (February 7, 2019) – The Chesapeake Bay Program Partnership has unanimously agreed to develop a collaborative Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP) to address pollutants associated with the loss of trapping capacity in the reservoir behind the Conowingo Dam.
- EPA funded projects ensure safe drinking water and protect water quality throughout the Pacific Northwest and AlaskaEPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water Infrastructure EPA funded projects ensure safe drinking water and protect water quality throughout the Pacific Northwest and Alaska
- EPA Advances President Trump’s Infrastructure Agenda in the Midwest Through Accelerated Investments in America’s Water InfrastructureEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- Daniel Simmons Ceremonially Sworn In as DOE Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable EnergySimmons leads EERE to promote affordable and reliable energy to enhance America’s economic growth and energy security.
- DOE Announces Notice of Intent to Issue a Funding Opportunity Establishing a Cybersecurity Institute for Energy Efficient ManufacturingInstitute aims to develop technologies that will advance U.S. manufacturing competitiveness, energy efficiency, and innovation.
- Secretary Perry State of the Union StatementRead Secretary Perry's statement on the State of the Union.
- EPA and Army Announce Public Hearing on Proposed New “Waters of the United States” DefinitionWASHINGTON — Following President Trump’s directive to provide certainty to American farmers and landowners so that the economy can continue to expand while waters are protected, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) are moving to th
- EPA to Provide $2 Million in Grants to Port Authority Areas of New York and New Jersey to Reduce Air Pollution(New York, N.Y.) Today, the U.S.
- EPA Awards Nearly $2 Million in Funding to Replace and Upgrade School Buses in Fulton County, Ga.ATLANTA (Feb. 6, 2019) – The U.S.
- U.S. EPA and Calif. DTSC near completion of Camp Fire household hazardous waste removal operationsBUTTE COUNTY – The U.S.
- U.S. EPA and Calif. DTSC near completion of Hill and Woolsey Fires household hazardous waste removal operationsLOS ANGELES – The U.S.
- EPA proposes to delete residential areas in north Denver from Superfund listDENVER- The U.S.
- EPA completa la limpieza de áreas residenciales al norte de Denver localizadas en un SuperfondoDENVER – La Agencia Federal para la Protección Ambiental (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés) anuncia su intención de borrar una parte del sitio Superfondo Vasquez Boulevard e I-70 (VB/I-70) de la lista de prioridades nacionales (NPL, por sus siglas en inglés).
- EPA Announces New Water Quality Trading Policy MemorandumWASHINGTON — Today, at an event in Dearing, Georgia, U.S.
- EPA and Army Announce Public Hearing on Proposed New ‘Waters of the United States’ DefinitionEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- EPA Acting Administrator Wheeler Promotes President Trump's State of the Union Address In GAPHOTOS
- Secretary Perry Joins Minister Al-Kaabi and Exxonmobil For Golden Pass LNG Signing CeremonySecretary Perry met with leaders from Qatar and ExxonMobil to announce that $10 billion will be invested in the Golden Pass LNG terminal in Texas.
BEYA 2019: USACE Afghanistan District Commander earns ‘Career Achievement Award’ for STEM leadershipTransatlantic Afghanistan District Commander Col. Jason E. Kelly’s achievements as a leader in the- P.H. Glatfelter Company Agrees to Reimburse Government Costs and Assume Long-Term Responsibility for Massive Superfund Cleanup at Wisconsin’s Fox RiverFor Immediate Release: No. 19-OPA002
- EPA awards five Pacific Northwest tribes nearly $500k for water quality and habitat restorationSeattle, WA – The U.S.
- Acting EPA Administrator Wheeler's Statement on President Trump's State of the Union Address“President Trump continues to deliver on his promise to grow the economy, upgrade our Nation’s aging infrastructure, and protect the environment.
- DOE, FERC Announce Technical Conference on Energy Infrastructure Security PracticesEnergy Department and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to discuss security practices to protect energy infrastructure.
- Department of Energy Announces $28 Million for Offshore Wind EnergyARPA-E provides funding for pioneering floating turbine designs.
- Headline Applications Now Being Accepted for K-12 Student and Teacher AwardsWASHINGTON — Applications are now being accepted for the President’s Environmental Youth Award (PEYA) and The Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators Award (PIAEE). Applications are due March 8, 2019.
- EPA Signs MOU with The Water Research Foundation Advancing Nutrient Management EffortsWASHINGTON — Today, as part of the Trump Administration’s commitment to protecting America’s waters through smart partnerships and market-based approaches, the U.S.
- Huffington Post Report Filled with Biased and Misleading ClaimsMany of the links take you to external pages. Exit
- Former Obama Official Makes Outlandishly False Claim About Trump EPAYesterday on Fox News' The Story with Martha MacCallum, Former Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers under President Obama Austan Goolsbee made a false claim regarding EPA's Mercury and Air Toxics Standards.
- Applications Now Being Accepted for K-12 Student and Teacher AwardsWASHINGTON — Applications are now being accepted for the President’s Environmental Youth Award (PEYA) and The Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators Award (PIAEE). Applications are due March 8, 2019.
- E&E Publishes Hogwash Misleading StoryMany of the links take you to external pages. Exit
- Energy Department Statement on Plutonium Shipments to NevadaPlutonium shipments to the Nevada National Security Site were undertaken to comply with an order issued by the U.S. District Court in South Carolina.
- DOE Awards $111 Million to U.S. Vendors to Develop Accident Tolerant Nuclear FuelsNew fuels being developed are expected to enhance the safety and performance of nuclear fuel.
- EPA Appoints New Members to the Science Advisory Board and SubcommitteesWASHINGTON (January 31, 2019) – Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler announced the appointment of members who will serve on the Science Advisory Board (SAB) and four subcommittees including; the Agricultural Science Committee (ASC)
- EPA and Partners Announce Sunoco Pipeline and Mid-Valley Pipeline Settle Oil Spill Violations with $5M Civil PenaltyDALLAS – (Jan. 31, 2019) In the latest joint federal-state Clean Water Act enforcement action, Sunoco Pipeline L.P.
- EPA to hold additional public hearing Feb. 13, on the proposed cleanup plan for zone 1 of the USS Lead Superfund site, East Chicago, Ind.For Immediate Release: No. 19-OPA001
- Proposed Settlement Resolves Clean Air Act Claims Between EPA and Greenfield Mass. FacilityBOSTON – Under an agreement signed with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Justice (DOJ), an industrial shredding and recycling company in Greenfield, Mass.
- Statement from EPA Water Chief on PFASWASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Water Assistant Administrator David Ross released the following statement:
The Corps approves major deviation for Forecast Informed Reservoir Operations effortVICKSBURG, Miss. -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, South Pacific Division has approved a major- EPA Releases 2018 Year in Review Highlighting Agency Accomplishments and Environmental Progress under President Trump & Acting Administrator Andrew WheelerWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the 2018 Year in Review outlining major accomplishments and environmental progress during the Trump Administration.
Engineering With Nature® book launch is a resounding successWASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 24, 2019) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launched the book, Engineering- DOE Challenges America’s Innovators to Propose Improvements to the Bulk Power System to Improve ResilienceUpcoming contest will award $1 million for ideas that advance the resilience and reliability of the nation’s bulk power system.
Coastal numerical models provide more precise answers than ever beforeVICKSBURG, Miss. (Jan. 17, 2019) -- The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s Coastal- DOE Announces $40 Million for Grid Modernization InitiativeFunding will go toward innovations and technologies designed to increase the resilience, reliability and security of an integrated grid.
- DOE AND NNSA Celebrate W76-1 Life Extension ProgramTwo decades of collaboration leads to successfully extending the life of the W76 warhead for the U.S. Navy under budget and ahead of schedule.
- The U.S. Department of Energy, As Part of an International Team, Has Successfully Drilled a Gas Hydrate Test Well on Alaska North SlopeDOE has taken a significant leap forward in investigating the resource potential of natural gas hydrates on the Alaska North Slope.
- Department of Energy Announces $38 Million for Improving Existing Coal-Fired Power PlantsProjects aim to improve the overall performance, reliability, and flexibility of the nation’s existing coal-fired power plant fleet.
- Hanford's Security Organization Hits 1.1 Million Safe Work HoursDepartment of Energy Richland Operations Office (RL) contractor Mission Support Alliance?s Safeguards and Security organization recently hit over 1.1 million safe work hours without a lost workday injury.
- DOE to Host Second Innovation XLab ShowcaseThis XLab is focused on Grid Modernization Technology and will be held in Seattle, Washington.
- Energy Department Announces Battery Recycling Prize and Battery Recycling R&D CenterEfforts aim to reclaim and recycle critical materials from lithium-based battery technology used in consumer electronics, defense, and more.
- Department of Energy to Provide $45 Million for Chemical and Materials Research in Quantum Information ScienceField will shape future of information processing and sensors.
- US Deputy Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette Meets in Jerusalem with Israel’s Minister of Energy Dr. Yuval SteinitzDeputy Secretary of Energy Brouillette expresses support for Israel’s efforts to develop the rich natural gas resources of the eastern Mediterranean.
- DOE Issues Notice of Intent for Funding Opportunity for Front-End Engineering and Design Studies for Commercial-Scale Carbon Capture SystemsThe Department of Energy issued a Notice of Intent for front-end engineering and design studies for commercial-scale carbon capture systems.
- USA Today: President Trump made the right pick for EPA: Sen. BarrassoUSA TODAY By: Senate Environment and Public Works Chairman John Barrasso January 15, 2019
- EPA Acting Administrator Wheeler Opening Statement to Senate Environment and Public Works Committee
- DOE Announces $6 Million for University-Based Turbines Research and Development ProjectsThe Department of Energy announced $6 million for university-based R&D projects that address and resolve challenges related to fossil fuel turbines.
- DOE to Invest Up to $9.5 Million to Create New Market Opportunities for CoalThe Department of Energy announced up to $9.5 million for research and development that maximizes the coal value chain.
- Deputy Secretary Brouillette meets with Qatar Minister of State for Energy Affairs Saad Al-KaabiDeputy Secretary Brouillette meets with Qatar Minister of State for Energy Affairs Saad Al-Kaabi
District Leverages Contracting Expertise throughout the Middle EastThrough its over 60 years of existence, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Middle East- Deputy Secretary Brouillette Attends Second Qatar-U.S. Strategic DialogueDialogue furthers the U.S.-Qatari strategic partnership and is important to reaffirm both countries’ joint commitment to shared objectives.
Researcher earns top animal training certificationVICKSBURG, Miss. (Jan. 7, 2019) -- Dena Dickerson, a research biologist with the U.S. Army Engineer
Corps to assess levee project’s impact on the environmentVICKSBURG, Miss. (Nov. 27, 2018)--Dr. Jacob Berkowitz, Dr. Rich Fischer and Dr. Jack Killgore, along- Department of Energy Announces $88 Million for Oil and Natural Gas Recovery ResearchTwo new funding opportunity announcements to support projects that enhance technologies for oil and natural gas recovery.
- In Civil Settlements with the United States and California, Fiat Chrysler to Settle Allegations of Cheating on Federal and State Vehicle Emissions TestsWASHINGTON (January 10, 2019) – The Department of Justice, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the State of California announced today a settlement with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V., FCA US, and affiliates (Fiat Chrysler) for alleged violations of the Clean Air Act and California law
- Department of Energy Announces Early Career Research Program for FY 2019Awards will support university and National Laboratory scientists.
- U.S. Department of Energy Awards $25 Million for Next-Generation Marine Energy Research ProjectsThe U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected $25 million in research projects for next-generation marine energy devices.
- Energy Department Announces Nearly $5 Million in Fossil Energy Research Funding for UniversitiesThe Department of Energy has announced up to $4.8 million for university research and development projects.
- U.S. Department of Energy Announces $33 Million for Small Business Research and Development Grants189 grants will support innovation and job creation.
- DOE to Provide $16 Million for New Research into Atmospheric and Terrestrial ProcessesData is aimed at improving accuracy of Earth system models.
- Statement from Secretary Perry on the Passing of FERC Commissioner Kevin McIntyreToday, U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry issued the following statement on the passing of FERC Commissioner Kevin McIntyre.
- Statement from Secretary Perry on the Passing of FERC Commissioner Kevin McIntyreU.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry's statement on the passing of FERC Commissioner Kevin McIntyre.
- Energy Department Announces Intent to Fund Subsurface Sensing ResearchThe Department of Energy announces intent to fund projects researching sensing capabilities for subsurface carbon dioxide storage.
- DOE Releases Year in ReviewToday, the Department of Energy released its Year in Review document, highlighting notable 2018 achievements made throughout the DOE enterprise.
- EPA Releases Proposal to Revise MATS Supplemental Cost Finding and “Risk and Technology Review”WASHINGTON — Yesterday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a proposed revised Supplemental Cost Finding for the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS), as well as the Clean Air Act-required “risk and technology review.”
- A Statement from Forest Service Chief on executive order promoting active managementChief of the USDA Forest Service Vicki Christiansen today issued the following statement regarding the Executive Order “Promoting Active Management of America’s Forests, Rangelands, and other Federal Lands to Improve Conditions and Reduce Wildfire Risk”:
- U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service reflects on past year’s progressIn the past fiscal year, the USDA Forest Service responded to natural disasters and battled through one of the most destructive fire seasons on record. Throughout these challenges, the Forest Service also actively treated forests to improve conditions, increase timber production, and enhance rural prosperity—all while putting customer service first.
- EPA Plans to Award Nearly $6 Million to Protect, Restore and Maintain the Health of the Gulf of Mexico EcosystemATLANTA (December 21, 2018) – Today, the U.S.
- Department of Energy Announces $18 Million for Transformative Energy TechnologiesARPA-E funding seeks to inspire new program areas in energy innovation.
- Department of Energy Statement on Chinese Hacking of Global Managed Service ProvidersDepartment of Energy Statement on Chinese Hacking of Global Managed Service Providers
- EPA, IDEM approve Corps of Engineers plan to dispose of Indiana Harbor Canal sediment at facility in East Chicago, Ind.For Immediate Release No. 18-OPA80
- EPA Recognizes Electronics Industry Leaders for Innovative Efforts and Recycling AchievementsWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the 2018 winners of the Sustainable Materials Management Electronics Challenge Awards.
- Trump Administration Unveils Federal Action Plan to Reduce Childhood Lead Exposure(New York, N.Y.) – This week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson, and U.S.
- EPA Announces $40 Million in Funding to Reduce Emissions from Diesel EnginesWASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of grant funding to implement projects aimed at reducing emissions from the nation’s existing fleet of older diesel engines.
- EPA Provides $47.7 Million Loan to the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for Water Infrastructure UpgradesST. LOUIS — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a $47.7 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to the Metropolitan St.
- EPA Updates Key Tool for Communities to Use in Turning Current and Formerly Contaminated Lands into Renewable Energy AssetsWASHINGTON — Today the U.S.
- EPA Provides $47.7 Million Loan to Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for Water Infrastructure UpgradesEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- EPA Awards $541,000 to Massport to Replace Diesel Equipment at Boston Logan AirportBOSTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a $541,817 grant to the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) to replace diesel powered ground equipment working at Boston Logan Airport.
- EPA Announces $1.5 Million in Funding for Four-State Region to Reduce Emissions from Diesel EnginesEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- Department of Energy Moves to Increase Certainty and Streamline LNG ExportsNew policy action will simplify reporting requirements for U.S. LNG exporters.
- Trump Administration Unveils Federal Action Plan to Reduce Childhood Lead ExposureWASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson, and U.S.
- EPA Awards $1.1 Million to Chesapeake Conservancy to Track Environmental Impacts of Land Use in Bay WatershedPHILADELPHIA (December 19, 2018) -The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today it has awarded $1,080,000 to the Chesapeake Conservancy so that it can update and improve land use data critical to Chesapeake Bay Restoration.
- EPA, HUD and HHS Unveil Federal Action Plan to Reduce Childhood Lead ExposureEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- U.S. EPA recognizes food recovery efforts in CaliforniaLOS ANGELES – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized five California organizations for their outstanding efforts to reduce food waste.
- Trump Administration Unveils Federal Action Plan to Reduce Childhood Lead ExposurePHILADELPHIA (December 19, 2018) — Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson, and U.S.
- Trump Administration Unveils Federal Action Plan to Reduce Childhood Lead ExposureDALLAS – (Dec. 19, 2018) Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson, and U.S.
- Trump Administration unveils Federal Action Plan to reduce childhood lead exposureDENVER (December 19, 2018) — Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson, and U.S.
- La Administración Trump revela un plan de acción federal para reducir la exposición de los niños al plomoWASHINGTON — Hoy, Andrew Wheeler, administrador interino de la Agencia de Protección Ambiental de EE. UU. (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés), Ben Carson, secretario de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de los EE. UU.
- Idaho and USDA sign historic agreement to improve forest healthThe State of Idaho and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today entered into a new agreement to improve forest health conditions across Idaho that sets an example of interagency collaboration for other states to follow. Jim Hubbard, USDA Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment overseeing the Forest Service, joined Governor C. L. “Butch” Otter and Governor-Elect Brad Little in signing the new “Shared Stewardship Agreement” on Tuesday in Boise.
- DOE Issues Notice of Intent for Funding Opportunity to Improve Recovery of Rare Earth Elements and Critical Materials from Coal-Based Res...DOE issued an NOI for a funding opportunity focused on recovering rare earths and critical materials from domestic coal resources.
- Department of Energy Issues Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Funding Opportunity AnnouncementApproximately $37 million in new research and development grants available for small businesses.
- Maine facilities improve hazardous waste management and protect health and safety(BOSTON) – A Hartland, Maine, tannery has agreed to come into compliance with state and federal hazardous waste laws and to pay a penalty of $48,000 to settle claims by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that it violated these laws at its facility in Hartland.
- EPA awards Arizona $30.8 million for drinking water and wastewater projectsSAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded more than $30.8 million to Arizona for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure improvements.
- EPA awards Nevada $20.8 million for drinking water and wastewater projectsSAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded more than $20.8 million to Nevada for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure improvements.
- EPA awards California $187 million for drinking water and wastewater projectsLOS ANGELES – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded more than $187.3 million to California for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure improvements.
- Hundreds Cheer New WOTUS Proposal in TennesseeNASHVILLE - Four hundred Tennessee farmers, ranchers, small business owners and other stakeholders came to the Wilson County Exposition Center in Lebanon Tennessee on Tuesday morning to hear Acting Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler highlight the n
- Stericycle settles with EPA, pays penalty for violations of hazardous waste lawToday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a settlement of a significant hazardous waste liability case against Stericycle, a company that treats and stores hazardous wastes at facilities in Kent and Tacoma.
- Forest Service Chief announces new Regional Forester for Southern RegionUSDA Forest Service Chief Vicki Christiansen announced today the appointment of Ken Arney as regional forester for the Forest Service’s Southern Region. As regional forester, Arney will oversee management of more than 13 million acres of National Forest System lands across the 13 southern states and Puerto Rico. Arney joined the Forest Service in 2001 as the Southern Region’s Deputy Regional Forester for State and Private Forestry and has been the acting regional forester in Southern Region since September 2017.
- EPA begins public comment period on proposed plan to clean up the Solvay Coke and Gas Co. Superfund site in Milwaukee, Wis.For Immediate Release: No. 18-OPA079
- EPA awards $15 million to American Samoa for environmental protectionHONOLULU – The U.S.
- EPA Recognizes Vermont Business for Reducing Food WasteBOSTON – A local breakfast restaurant enterprise based in Burlington, Vermont was among four organizations recognized by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their work keeping wasted food out of landfills and incinerators and putting it to better use.
- EPA Recognizes Massachusetts Organizations for Reducing Food WasteBOSTON – The Town of Andover, Mass. Public Schools is being honored nationally by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their work keeping wasted food out of landfills and incinerators and putting it to better use. Two additional Mass.
Carrying on legacy of USACE Support in the Middle EastFor more than 60 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Middle East District has- Des Moines Register: EPA seeks clarity on Clean Water Act for farmers, landowners and statesDes Moines Register By: Regional Administrator Jim Gulliford December 13, 2018
- EPA Recognizes Shawnee Mission School District and Christa McAuliffe Elementary School in Kansas with Food Recovery Challenge AwardsEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- Trump Administration Officials Participate in Panel on Federal Collaboration at the Colorado River Water Users Association Annual MeetingLAS VEGAS — Today, senior Trump Administration officials participated in the Federal Water Officials Panel at the Colorado River Water Users Association (CRWUA) Annual Meeting, which highlighted ongoing efforts to work collaboratively across the federal government to address som
- Georgia-Pacific Settles EPA Clean Air Act Claims at Crossett, Ark., Facility, Will Correct Alleged Violations and Pay Civil PenaltiesDALLAS – (Dec. 14, 2018) Today, the U.S.
- Department of Energy Announces $100 Million Energy-Water Desalination Hub to Provide Secure and Affordable WaterHub will focus on early-stage research and development to address water security issues in the United States.
- EPA awards $12.2 million to Commonwealth of Northern Mariana IslandsNote: Release was issued on Dec. 13 CNMI Time.
- EPA honors Savor Chicago with Food Recovery Challenge awardFor Immediate Release No. 18-OPA77 EPA honors Savor Chicago with Food Recovery Challenge award
- EPA honors Western Michigan’s Electric Forest Festival with Food Recovery Challenge awardFor Immediate Release No. 18-OPA76 (Chicago, Dec. 13, 2018) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today honored Electric Forest Festival, an 8-day music event held annually in Rothbury, Mich., with the 2018 Regional Food Recovery Challenge award.
- EPA Re-Establishes Great Lakes Advisory BoardCHICAGO (December 13, 2018) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the re-establishment of the Great Lakes Advisory Board (GLAB) following EPA Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler’s approval of the Board’s charter.
- EPA awards five grants totaling $1 million to fund pollution prevention efforts in Illinois, Minnesota, Indiana, Wisconsin and Ohio For Immediate Release No. 18-OPA72 EPA awards five grants totaling $1 million to fund pollution prevention efforts in Illinois, Minnesota, Indiana, Wisconsin and Ohio
- EPA to host additional public hearing Jan. 10, on the proposed cleanup plan for zone 1 of the USS Lead Superfund site, East Chicago, Ind.For Immediate Release: No. 18-OPA078
- Las Vegas Review-Journal: There goes another one: Trump continues regulatory rollbacksLas Vegas Review-Journal By: The Las Vegas Review-Journal Editorial Board December 12, 2018
- U.S. EPA orders manufacturing company to investigate contamination at San Benito Superfund SiteSAN FRANCISCO – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with Buckhorn Inc. to study contamination at the New Idria Mercury Mine Superfund Site in San Benito County.
Task Force Essayons Supports Coalition Mission to Defeat ISISTask Force Essayons (TFE) provides engineering and construction services to the U.S. and coalition- The Wall Street Journal: Trump’s Regulatory Dredging: A new EPA rule would limit regulation to ‘navigable’ waters.The Wall Street Journal By The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board December 12, 2018
- EPA Names Dana Aunkst Director of Chesapeake Bay ProgramPHILADELPHIA (December 12, 2018) Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the selection of Dana Aunkst as the new Director of EPA’s Chesapeake Bay Program.
- In Case You Missed It: Trump WOTUS Proposal Heralded As Common Sense Approach To Clean Water RegulationYesterday, the U.S.
- EPA Launches Smart Sectors Program in New England to Achieve Better Environmental OutcomesBOSTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 1 office announced the launch of Smart Sectors New England, a partnership initiative between the Agency and regulated sectors that is focused on achieving better environmental outcomes.
- EPA Settlement with Tradebe to Reduce Hazardous Air Pollution and Improve Compliance at Two Connecticut FacilitiesBOSTON - The U.S.
- EPA Streamlines Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals Regulations for Healthcare SectorWASHINGTON — U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler signed a final rule streamlining standards for managing hazardous waste pharmaceuticals in the healthcare sector.
- EPA Settlement with Tradebe to Reduce Hazardous Air Pollution and Improve Compliance at Two Connecticut FacilitiesWASHINGTON — The U.S.
- What They Are Saying About Trump's New WOTUS ProposalCabinet
- Readout of Secretary Perry’s Visit to Iraq and KurdistanSecretary Perry leads U.S. delegation for talks with government officials in Baghdad and Erbil.
- Energy Department Issues Notice of Intent for Crosscutting Technologies for Coal-Fueled Power PlantsThe Energy Department has issued a Notice of Intent for a Funding Opportunity Announcement for crosscutting research for coal power plants.
- EPA Recognizes Maryland organizations for Food Recovery AchievementsPHILADELPHIA (December 11, 2018) – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized two Maryland organizations – Sodexo from Gaithersburg and UEmpower from Severna Park -- for their food recovery achievements in EPA’s 2017 Food Recovery Challenge.
- Philadelphia Prison System Receives Accolades from EPA for Food Recovery AchievementsPHILADELPHIA (December 11, 2018) – Today, the U.S.
- EPA and Army Propose New "Waters of the United States" DefinitionWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) are proposing a clear, understandable, and implementable definition of “waters of the United States” that clarifies federal authority under the Clean Water Act.
- University of Pittsburgh Receives Accolades From EPA For Food Recovery AchievementsPHILADELPHIA (December 11, 2018) – Today, the U.S.
- GIANT Food Stores Receives Accolades From EPA For Food Recovery AchievementsPHILADELPHIA (December 11, 2018) – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized GIANT Food Stores LLC of Carlisle, Pennsylvania for its food recovery achievements that include donating more than 3.9 million pounds of food to food banks.
- The Kansas City Star: Trump administration’s Waters of the United States rule gives power back to statesThe Kansas City Star By EPA Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler and Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works R.D. James December 11, 2018
- University of Texas at Arlington Wins National Award for EPA’s Food Recovery ChallengeDALLAS – (Dec. 11, 2018) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized the University of Texas at Arlington for outstanding accomplishments in EPA’s Food Recovery Challenge (FRC), under the Trump Administration’s “Winning on Reducing Food Waste” Initiative.
- Readout of Secretary Perry's Visit to Qatar and Saudi ArabiaSecretary Perry concludes a productive visit to Qatar and Saudi Arabia, two of America’s most important strategic energy partners.
- EPA awards $14.7 million to Guam for environmental protectionNote: Release was issued on Dec. 10 Guam Time.
- Super Typhoon Yutu Response Update 12/10/18Note: Advisory was issued on Dec. 10 CNMI Time
- EPA Celebrates One Year Of New Source Review ModernizationWASHINGTON — On Friday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) celebrated one year of New Source Review modernization and highlighted steps taken within the last year to update and modernize the New Source Review (NSR) process.
- EPA Proposes Interim Plan to Clean Up Contamination at the Universal Oil Products Superfund Site in East Rutherford, N.J.(New York, N.Y. – December 10, 2018) — Today, the U.S.
- Food Recovery Challenge Awardees Are Winning on Reducing Food WasteWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S.
- Energy Department Issues Request for Proposal for Conceptual Designs That Advance the Coal Plants of the FutureThe Department of Energy issued a request for proposal for conceptual designs of the coal plant of the future.
- U.S. EPA removes portion of Beloit Corp. Superfund site in Rockton, Ill., from NPLFor Immediate Release: No. 18-OPA074
- EPA proposes to remove the Tomah Armory Landfill site in Tomah, Wis., from the Superfund National Priorities ListFor Immediate Release: No. 18-OPA075
- Deputy Secretary Dan Brouillette Congratulates 2018 Clean Energy Education & Empowerment (C3E) AwardeesNine women were recognized for their leadership in clean energy at the 7th Annual U.S. Clean Energy Education and Empowerment (C3E) Symposium.
- EPA Proposes 111(b) Revisions to Advance Clean Energy TechnologyWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed to revise the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for greenhouse gas emissions from new, modified, and reconstructed fossil fuel-fired power plants.
- Companies Settle with EPA for Alleged Pesticide Import Violations in ConnecticutBOSTON - Under a recent settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a Connecticut firm and a Singapore company have together agreed to comply with federal pesticide laws designed to protect public health and the environment.
- Leonardo Academy Awarded $494,503 Grant for Diesel Emissions Reduction Project in Kansas City MetroEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- EPA Finds States Meet “Good Neighbor” Obligations for the 2008 Ozone StandardWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) acknowledged the progress states have made reducing ozone concentrations.
- U.S. Department of Energy and Italy’s Ministry of Education, Universities, and Research to Collaborate on Particle Accelerator ConstructionAgreement launches a multinational collaboration to build a powerful new accelerator at DOE’s Fermilab complex.
- Secretary Perry Announces Appalachian Ethane Storage Hub ReportReport highlights the benefits of an ethane storage hub located in the Appalachian Region.
- The U.S. Department of Energy Is Part of an International Team Set to Drill Gas Hydrate Test Well on Alaska North SlopeIn an international partnership, NETL will investigate the resource potential of natural gas hydrates on the Alaska North Slope.
- EPA to Host Community Information Sessions in Grenada, Miss. Ahead of Sampling this January in Eastern HeightsATLANTA (December 4, 2018) – Between Jan. 7-17, 2019, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will conduct soil and groundwater sampling at residential yards in the southern portion of the Eastern Heights neighborhood associated with the cleanup of the Rockwell Grenada Superfund Site.
- EPA and USDA Encourage Use of Market-based and Other Collaborative Approaches to Address Excess NutrientsWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S.
- Rust-Oleum settles with EPA over hazardous waste violations at manufacturing facility in Williamsport, MarylandPHILDELPHIA (December 4, 2018) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced a settlement with the Rust-Oleum Corporation to address alleged violations of hazardous waste regulations at its paint manufacturing facility in Williamsport, Maryland.
- EPA review of Old Springfield Landfill Superfund Site cleanup protects health and environmentBoston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed a comprehensive review of the Old Springfield Landfill Superfund Site in Springfield, Vermont by performing a required Five-Year Review.
- Wegmans Food Markets of Rochester, NY Wins Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award(New York, N.Y. – December 4, 2018) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is recognizing Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
- EPA Superfund Site cleanup reviews protect health and environment at four Connecticut sitesBoston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at four National Priorities List Sites (Superfund Sites) in Connecticut by performing required Five-Year Reviews of each site.
- EPA Superfund Site cleanup reviews protect health and environment at six Massachusetts sitesBoston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at six National Priorities List Sites (Superfund Sites) in Mass., including one federal facility, by performing required Five-Year Reviews of each site.
- EPA Superfund Site cleanup reviews protect health and environment at two Maine sitesBoston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at two National Priorities List Sites (Superfund Sites) in Maine by performing required Five-Year Reviews of each site.
- EPA Superfund Site cleanup reviews protect health and environment at six New Hampshire sitesBoston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at six National Priorities List Sites (Superfund Sites) in New Hampshire by performing required Five Year Reviews of each site.
- EPA Superfund Site cleanup reviews protect health and environment at four Rhode Island sitesBoston – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed comprehensive reviews of site cleanups at four National Priorities List Sites (Superfund Sites) in Rhode Island, including one federal facility, by performing required Five-Year Reviews of each site.
- $2.57 Million in Grants Will Improve the Health of Long Island SoundPort Jefferson, N.Y. – Today, top federal and state environmental officials announced 36 grants totaling $2.57 million to local government and community groups to improve the health and ecosystem of Long Island Sound. Twenty grants totaling $1.73 million benefit Connecticut.
- University of Central Florida Wins DOE’s 2018 CyberForce CompetitionCompetition is designed to develop the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
- EPA Announces 2018 Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award WinnersWASHINGTON (December 3, 2018) — The U.S.
- EPA Offers Workshops to Assist Brownfield Grant Applicants
- EPA ofrece talleres para ayudar a los solicitantes del Programa de Subvenciones de “Brownfields”
- EPA to host meetings with leaders from North Dakota’s mining and oil and gas industries in Bismarck on December 4DENVER -- On December 4, 2018, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will host Smart Sectors roundtable discussions with the North Dakota Department of Health and leaders from North Dakota’s mining and oil and gas industries in Bismarck.
- Forest Service Chief announces new Regional Forester for Alaska RegionContact: (202) 205-1005Twitter: @forestservice
- EPA Finalizes RFS Volumes for 2019 and Biomass Based Diesel Volumes for 2020WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule that establishes the required renewable fuel volumes under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program for 2019, and biomass-based diesel for 2020.
- U.S. EPA and Calif. DTSC begin hazardous waste removal following Camp FireBUTTE COUNTY – On Monday, December 3 the U.S.
- The United States, Mexico, and Canada Conclude Negotiations on a Trilateral Agreement on Environmental CooperationWASHINGTON – Building on President Trump’s signing of the historic United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S.
- EPA Super Typhoon Response Update 11-29-18HONOLULU – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has begun assessing and removing oil and hazardous waste on Saipan and Tinian to reduce risks to public health and the environment following Super Typhoon Yutu.
- EPA recognizes community as Libby cleanup draws to a closeDENVER, Colo. (November 29, 2018) Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized the work and collaboration in Libby, Montana since the W.R. Grace vermiculite mine became a Superfund site in 1999.
- EPA, Wheeler Rock Products settle Clean Air Act permit violationsThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has settled a case it brought against Wheeler Rock Products, a rock crushing and concrete plant located on the Yakama Indian Reservation in Washington, for the company’s failures to comply with requirements of the Clean Air Act.
- EPA Signs MOU with the State Review of Oil and Natural Gas Environmental RegulationsWASHINGTON (November 29, 2018) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the non-profit, multi-stakeholder, educational organization known as STRONGER.
- EPA and Law Enforcement Partners Announce Sentencing in Louisiana Explosive Waste Disposal CaseWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) joined law enforcement partners from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Louisiana, the Department of Defense, the U. S.
- EPA settles with West Chester, Pa. contractor for alleged violations of “Lead Safe” renovation protections(PHILADELPHIA) November 28, 2018 – Today, the U.S.
- EPA begins cleanup at Hagen Manufacturing, Shelburn, Ind.For Immediate Release: No. 18-OPA071
- EPA Recognizes RI Project to Protect Drinking Water InfrastructureBOSTON - A project in Newport, RI, was among four projects in New England to repair and upgrade drinking water infrastructure that were recognized for excellence and innovation by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- EPA Recognizes Mass. Project to Protect Drinking Water InfrastructureBOSTON - A project in Grafton, Mass., was among four projects in New England to repair and upgrade drinking water infrastructure that were recognized for excellence and innovation by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- EPA Recognizes Vermont Project to Protect Drinking Water InfrastructureBOSTON - A project in Waterbury, Vt., was among four projects in New England to repair and upgrade drinking water infrastructure that were recognized for excellence and innovation by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- EPA Recognizes Maine Project to Protect Drinking Water InfrastructureBOSTON - A project in Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, was among four projects in New England to repair and upgrade drinking water infrastructure that were recognized for excellence and innovation by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- EPA, developer settle case over stormwater violations in Eyrie Canyon subdivision(Seattle) -- The U.S.
- Fact-Check: Obama Administration Pushed "Worst-Case Scenario" In Climate AssessmentSome links on this page exit the site. Exit Please see EPA's third-party web site disclaimer for more information.
- EPA Recognizes RI Project to Protect Waste Water InfrastructureBOSTON - A project in Newport, RI, was among four projects in New England to repair and upgrade waste water infrastructure that were recognized for excellence and innovation by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- Department of Energy to Provide $24 Million for Computer-Based Materials DesignAwards will support development of advanced software for DOE supercomputers.
- EPA oversees installation of groundwater monitoring wells at the USS Lead Superfund site, East Chicago, Ind.For Immediate Release No. 18-OPA072
- EPA Provides $614 Million Loan to the City of San Diego for Innovative Water Recycling ProjectWASHINGTON - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a $614 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to the City of San Diego, Calif., to help finance its Pure Water project.
