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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.
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EPA announces winners of 2024 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards
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.
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EPA announces milestone in cleaning up Hunters Point Superfund site
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.
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EPA honors leaders in freight industry for environmental performance
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.
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EPA signs pact with airport authority over PFAS in Tuscon's main aquifer
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.
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EPA settles with meat company over chemical risk violations
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.
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EPA partners with AmeriCorps to launch Environmental Justice Climate Corps
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.
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EPA honors New England firms for environmental performance in freight industry
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized 47 truck carriers and freight shippers across the nation for their leadership in supply chain, environmental, and energy efficiency through the annual SmartWay Excellence Awards. This year's awards were announced at a virtual ceremony attended by EPA's SmartWay Partners, affiliates, key stakeholders, and media.
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Biden-Harris Administration and AmeriCorps launch Climate Justice Corps
La Agencia de Protección Ambiental de Estados Unidos (EPA) y AmeriCorps han anunciado la creación del Cuerpo de Justicia Ambiental Climática. Esta nueva asociación, presentada durante la Semana del Clima en Nueva York, forma parte del Cuerpo Climático Estadounidense del presidente Biden. El objetivo es abrir oportunidades para carreras en justicia ambiental, especialmente para comunidades desventajadas y de bajos ingresos.
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EPA announces $49 million aid for rural wastewater challenges
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $49 million in new technical assistance funding to support rural, small, and Tribal communities in addressing wastewater and water quality challenges.
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EPA schedules public meeting on air quality during PCB removal activities
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a public meeting to address air quality concerns related to PCB removal activities. The meeting will take place at the Lee Middle and High School auditorium on October 10, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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EPA issues alerts highlighting compliance obligations for municipal solid waste landfills
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued two enforcement alerts to address regulatory requirements and compliance issues at municipal solid waste landfills (MSW landfills). These alerts focus on the Clean Air Act requirements that control the release of landfill gases, particularly methane, a significant climate pollutant.
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EPA recognizes supermarket leaders for environmental achievements
On September 25, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s GreenChill Program honored nine leaders in supermarket and commercial refrigeration for their efforts to reduce environmental impacts. The recognition took place at the FMI – The Food Industry Association’s Energy and Store Development Conference in Baltimore.
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EPA partners with Chickasaw Nation on environmental resource management
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Chickasaw Nation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the sustainable management of water, land, and air resources. This agreement aims to establish a framework for technical cooperation and coordination.
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EPA sets national rules for vessel pollutant discharges
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized national discharge standards to control pollutants and invasive species from approximately 85,000 vessels operating in U.S. waters. The standards, issued through the EPA’s Vessel Incidental Discharge National Standards of Performance final rule, address discharges that occur during the normal operation of large vessels.
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EPA announces Northwest winners of 2024 Safer Choice Partner awards
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the winners of the 2024 Safer Choice Partner of the Year awards, recognizing organizations in Oregon and Washington for their contributions to promoting safer chemical products. The awards honor efforts in designing, manufacturing, promoting, selecting, and using products that are safer for human health and the environment.
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EPA announces 2024 Safer Choice Partner of the Year award winners
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the winners of the 2024 Safer Choice Partner of the Year awards. A total of 43 awardees from 20 states and the District of Columbia were recognized for their contributions to safer chemical design, manufacture, promotion, selection, and use in various products.
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EPA proposes settlements over illegal discharges on Tutuila Island
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced proposed settlement agreements with Paramount Builders, Inc. and Continental Transport Corporation over Clean Water Act violations on Tutuila Island, American Samoa.
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EPA starts sewer design project in Wahikuli
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has initiated the sewer design project for the Wahikuli Subdivision, located north of Lahaina Town, Maui. The EPA's Wahikuli Sewer Design Team will participate in the Weekly Disaster Recovery Community Update Meeting on September 25, 2024, to provide an overview of the project and explain how the public can offer input.
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EPA announces new program targeting hydrofluorocarbon management
On September 23, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final rule to establish a new program aimed at better managing, recycling, and reusing hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This initiative is part of the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act. The new Emissions Reduction and Reclamation (ER&R) program seeks to reduce leaks from large refrigeration and air conditioning equipment while promoting clean solutions to address these heat-trapping emissions.
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