News and reports from the Environmental Protection Agency.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the selection of new members for its Science Advisory Board (SAB) and the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC). These experts come from various scientific disciplines and are expected to provide sound scientific advice to support the EPA's mission.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an extension of the public comment period for the proposed early cleanup action at the Newtown Creek Superfund Site in Brooklyn and Queens, New York City. Initially set to conclude on September 27, the new deadline is now October 28. A public meeting was held on September 18 to outline the proposed plan.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant funding initiative to upgrade water infrastructure in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The city will receive a state revolving fund loan of $348 million, with an additional $42 million available if needed. This announcement was made by EPA Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator for Water Bruno Pigott, Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell, and City Manager Jeff Pomeranz at an event in Cedar Rapids.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) will hold public meetings to gather community input on improving Jackson's drinking water system. These meetings are part of an effort to enhance oversight and develop mid- and long-term solutions for the city's water issues.

La Agencia de Protección Ambiental de Estados Unidos (EPA) ha anunciado una nueva ronda de financiamiento para el Programa de Reembolso del Autobús Escolar Limpio, con hasta $965 millones disponibles para los distritos escolares. Esta iniciativa forma parte de la agenda Invertir en Estados Unidos de la Administración Biden-Harris, que busca acelerar la transición a tecnologías más limpias en los casi 500,000 autobuses escolares del país.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on September 26 the latest round of funding from the Clean School Bus Rebate Program, with up to $965 million available to school districts. This initiative is part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda, which aims to transition nearly 500,000 school buses in the United States to cleaner technologies. The goal is to protect over 25 million children who ride school buses daily from harmful air pollution.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the winners of the 2024 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards today, recognizing innovative green chemistry technologies that reduce hazardous substances, use less energy, and promote sustainability.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the latest funding from the Clean School Bus Rebate Program, making up to $965 million available to school districts. This initiative is part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, which aims to transition nearly 500,000 school buses in the U.S. to cleaner technologies. The program seeks to protect over 25 million children who ride school buses daily from harmful air pollution.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 has announced that the Iola Unified School District #257 in Iola, Kansas, will receive nearly $690,000 through the EPA’s 2023 Clean School Bus Rebate program. The funds will be used to purchase two electric school buses and install charging infrastructure.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the winners of the 2024 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards, recognizing innovative green chemistry technologies that minimize hazardous substances, conserve energy, and promote sustainability.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Navy have announced a plan to clean up contamination at the final designated area of the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard Superfund site in San Francisco. The cleanup will focus on contaminated underwater sediment in an approximately 443-acre area of San Francisco Bay around the former shipyard, known as Parcel F. This effort will be overseen by the EPA, California Department of Toxic Substances Control, and Regional Water Control Board.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized 47 truck carriers and freight shippers for their leadership in supply chain, environmental, and energy efficiency with the annual SmartWay Excellence Awards. The awards were announced at a virtual ceremony attended by EPA's SmartWay Partners, affiliates, key stakeholders, and media.

Responding to the urgent threat of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the Tucson aquifer, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has entered into an agreement with Tucson Airport Authority. This agreement aims to address contamination from the airport property, aiming to combat an ongoing threat to a primary drinking water source for the city of Tucson.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached a Clean Air Act (CAA) settlement with Mountain Meadows Lamb Corporation, operating as Superior Farms, Inc. This resolves alleged violations of toxic chemical-related regulations at the company's North Denver meat processing facility located at 4900 Clarkson Street, Denver, Colorado.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and AmeriCorps have announced the launch of the Environmental Justice Climate Corps, a new initiative introduced as part of President Biden’s American Climate Corps. This announcement was made on September 25 during Climate Week NYC.