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Cleanup efforts continue in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, following a fire at Smitty’s Supply, Inc. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on October 15 that it plans to transition cleanup responsibilities to Smitty’s Supply and...
Environmental Protection
EPA promotes prescribed fires for wildfire prevention
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued new policy guidance aimed at reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfires by promoting the use of prescribed fires.
Environmental Protection
EPA outlines responsibilities for Smitty's Supply fire cleanup
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has entered into a consent order with Smitty’s Supply, Inc. to manage the cleanup of its facility in Roseland, Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, which was damaged by a fire on August 22.
Environmental Protection
EPA finalizes new changes for New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized its seventh Explanation of Significant Differences (ESD) for the New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site.
Environmental Protection
EPA approves cleanup plan for Berry's Creek in New Jersey
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has given the green light to a cleanup plan for Berry's Creek in Bergen County, New Jersey.
Environmental Protection
EPA schedules public hearing on Asheboro wastewater treatment plant permit
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is set to conduct a public hearing on October 22, 2025, concerning its objection to a permit proposed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NC DEQ).
Environmental Protection
EPA Administrator: 'I canceled 21 wasteful DEI and Environmental Justice grants,' saving $67M with DOGE's help
Lee Zeldin, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), announced the cancellation of 21 grants related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental Justice.
Environmental Protection
Kevin J. McOmber appointed as EPA Southeast regional administrator
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the appointment of Kevin J. McOmber, P.E., as the regional administrator for its Southeast Region, also known as Region 4.
Environmental Protection
EPA deploys mobile lab to test drinking water safety in flood-hit Eastern Kentucky
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is set to deploy its mobile laboratory on February 22, 2025, to aid Eastern Kentucky communities affected by recent flooding.
Environmental Protection
EPA maintains April deadline for expanded E15 access in Midwest
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin has confirmed the agency's decision to maintain the April 28, 2025, start date for equalizing E15 and E10 fuel access in Midwestern states.
Environmental Protection
EPA administrator finds misuse of funds linked to Stacey Abrams' group
In a recent development, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin has uncovered significant financial activities linked to the Biden-Harris administration.
Environmental Protection
EPA Administrator visits Michigan to discuss water safety and emissions testing
On February 20, 2025, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Flint, Michigan.
Environmental Protection
EPA plans Five-Year Reviews at 26 Superfund sites across Pacific Southwest
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced plans to conduct Five-Year Reviews of 26 Superfund sites across the Pacific Southwest region in 2025.
Environmental Protection
Connecticut firm settles with EPA over lead paint violations
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached a settlement with Dwight RE, LLC to address lead paint exposure risks in New Haven, Connecticut.
Environmental Protection
EPA plans barrier wall installation at Velsicol Chemical Superfund site
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is set to commence the installation of a barrier wall this spring at the Velsicol Chemical Superfund site in St. Louis, Michigan.
Environmental Protection
EPA announces major investment in Utah's drinking water infrastructure
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant financial commitment to improve water infrastructure in northern Utah.
Environmental Protection
EPA announces $147M loan for South Florida drinking water reliability
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $147 million loan under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority.
Environmental Protection
EPA commits $147M loan for South Florida's drinking water infrastructure
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant financial commitment to improving drinking water infrastructure in South Florida.
Environmental Protection
EPA provides $110M loan for Utah's drought-prone region
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $110 million loan under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) to the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District in northern Utah.
Environmental Protection
EPA administrator urges staff return amid low office attendance
On February 18, 2025, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin released a video message on social media encouraging staff to return to full-time office work.
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