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The Environmental Protection Agency has approved an emergency waiver allowing nationwide sales of higher ethanol-blend fuels this summer in an effort to stabilize gas supplies and reduce costs at pumps across America.
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EPA removes DEF sensor requirement, projecting billions in annual savings for farmers and truckers
The Environmental Protection Agency announced it will remove Diesel Exhaust Fluid sensor requirements from all diesel equipment—a move projected to save American farmers and truckers billions annually in repairs and lost productivity.
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EPA announces $610 million loan for northeastern Illinois drinking water project
The EPA has announced a $610 million loan to help northeastern Illinois communities secure a reliable drinking water supply by transitioning from groundwater aquifers to Lake Michigan.
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EPA finalizes new renewable fuel standards for 2026 and 2027
The Environmental Protection Agency has finalized new renewable fuel standards setting record-high requirements for biofuels in 2026 and 2027.
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EPA proposes giving Colorado authority over underground injection well permitting
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed approving Colorado's request to oversee Class VI underground injection well permitting under federal law.
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EPA announces $38 million loan to expand Park City water services for 2034 Games
The Environmental Protection Agency has announced a $38 million loan for expanding Park City's drinking water services ahead of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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EPA completes pre-excavation confirmation sampling at West Lake Landfill Superfund site
The Environmental Protection Agency has completed pre-excavation confirmation sampling at Bridgeton's West Lake Landfill Superfund site.
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EPA begins hazardous material removal from private property in Leland, Michigan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has started removing hazardous materials from a private property in Leland, Michigan after being called for assistance on March 24.
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EPA regional administrator opens 2026 Pennsylvania Brownfields Conference in Bethlehem
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency opened the 2026 Pennsylvania Brownfields Conference in Bethlehem alongside state partners.
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EPA seeks public input on Clean Water Act financial capability guidance
The Environmental Protection Agency is requesting public comments on its Clean Water Act Financial Capability Assessment guidance.
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EPA resumes sediment cleanup project in Cuyahoga Falls
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has resumed its sediment cleanup efforts at Gorge Metro Park in Cuyahoga Falls after a winter pause.
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EPA approves nationwide E15 sales and removes barriers for E10 gasoline
The Environmental Protection Agency has approved temporary nationwide sales of E15 gasoline starting May 1, 2026.
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EPA awards $1.69 billion to Florida for water infrastructure resiliency
The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded over $1.68 billion in supplemental funding to Florida for enhancing water infrastructure resiliency after recent hurricanes.
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EPA schedules public meeting on Nuclear Metals Superfund Site for April 2, 2026
The Environmental Protection Agency will hold a public meeting on April 2 regarding cleanup progress at Concord's Nuclear Metals Superfund Site.
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EPA transfers oil spill cleanup oversight in Kingman County to Kansas state agencies
The Environmental Protection Agency has transferred oversight of ongoing oil spill cleanup efforts in Kingman County, Kansas, to state regulators.
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EPA accelerates review of New Hampshire's requests under Clean Air Act
The Environmental Protection Agency is expediting its review of New Hampshire's request to repeal vehicle emissions testing requirements and exit an ozone regulatory region.
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EPA decides Phoenix-Mesa will not face stricter ozone penalties due to international emissions
The Environmental Protection Agency has determined that international emissions prevented Phoenix-Mesa from meeting ozone standards by its deadline.
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EPA to present GE rail spur design plans and seek public input in April meeting
The EPA will hold an online public meeting on April 9 to discuss General Electric's design plans for new rail spurs at the GE-Pittsfield/Housatonic River Site.
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EPA Mid-Atlantic administrator visits Pennsylvania to highlight water quality improvements
EPA Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator Amy Van Blarcom-Lackey toured several counties in Pennsylvania to observe water quality projects.
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EPA proposes changes to sterilizer rules to protect medical supply chain and public health
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed changes to regulations governing commercial sterilizers using ethylene oxide.
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