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COLUMBIA, SC (September 16, 2024) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Regional Administrator Jeaneanne Gettle joined U.S. Representative James E. Clyburn at a press event to recognize an $8.7 million grant to the Central Midlands Council of Governments (COG) for community-driven solutions to cut climate pollution.
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Biden Administration announces new grants for recycling infrastructure
The Biden Administration has announced the availability of $117 million in grants aimed at advancing recycling infrastructure and preventing food waste. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed these funding opportunities as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, facilitated by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
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Biden-Harris Administration announces $117M grants for recycling infrastructure improvements
On September 16, as part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $117 million for three separate funding opportunities aimed at advancing recycling infrastructure and promoting education on food waste prevention nationwide. Two of the notices are for Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling grants—one funding opportunity is designated for tribes and intertribal consortia, while another is available to communities such as cities, counties, and parishes across the country. The third notice pertains to the EPA’s...
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EPA fines Linwood Mining for Clean Water Act violations
Limestone mining processor Linwood Mining and Minerals Corporation will pay $23,244 in civil penalties to resolve alleged violations of the federal Clean Water Act.
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EPA recognizes two Colorado companies for distinguished efforts to prevent pollution
This year’s awardees from Colorado include Revvity and Breckenridge Grand Vacations.
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EPA settles with Cobb Tuning Products over Clean Air Act violations
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Justice Department announced a settlement agreement with COBB Tuning Products on September 16, 2024, to address claims related to the manufacture and sale of automotive emission defeat devices in violation of the Clean Air Act. The agreement mandates that COBB pay a civil penalty exceeding $2.9 million and cease the production and sale of these devices.
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EPA’s 12th annual SepticSmart Week promotes proper septic system maintenance
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is collaborating with states, Tribes, and local partners to celebrate SepticSmart Week from September 16-20, 2024. This weeklong nationwide public education campaign aims to provide homeowners and renters with essential information about protecting public health and properly maintaining septic systems. The initiative targets the one-fifth of U.S. households that utilize onsite or small community cluster septic systems for wastewater treatment.
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EPA and Congressman Clyburn announce $8.7M solar power conversion project in Columbia
Columbia, SC (September 13, 2024) – On Monday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Regional Administrator Jeaneanne Gettle will join U.S. Representative James E. Clyburn at a press event to recognize an $8.7M grant to the Central Midlands Council of Governments (COG) for community-driven solutions to cut climate pollution.
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3 million awarded for climate pollution reduction across Hudson Valley
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded the Hudson Valley Regional Council a $3 million grant through the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program, part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America Agenda and funded under the Inflation Reduction Act. The announcement was made at an event held at the Hudson Valley Regional Airport in Poughkeepsie, New York.
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EPA awards $1 million grant for manganese treatment research
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today the allocation of $1,000,000 in research grant funding to Cornwell Research Group in Newport News, Virginia. The grant aims to evaluate the effectiveness of common manganese treatment technologies and assist states, Tribes, and small utilities in adopting these technologies for small drinking water systems.
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EPA & SEMARNAT reaffirm commitment to U.S.-Mexico border environment
Earlier this week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe and Undersecretary Alonso Jiménez of Mexico's Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT) participated in the 2025 United States-Mexico Border Program’s National Coordinators Meeting. The event marked 40 years of cooperation under the La Paz Agreement and was held at the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC) in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico from September 10-11. The meeting included state, local, Indigenous, and Tribal leaders from both sides of the...
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EPA to recognize $15 million grant to Miccosukee Tribe for GHG reduction measures
On Friday, September 20, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials will join Miccosukee Chairman Talbert Cypress at a press event to recognize a $15 million grant to the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida for community-driven solutions to reduce climate pollution.
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EPA proposes adding New Mexico site to National Priorities List
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed adding the Carlisle Village Cleaners Superfund Site to the National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL identifies sites across the United States where historical releases of hazardous substances pose significant threats to human health and the environment.
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EPA initiates asbestos cleanup at former textile printing site in Paterson
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will commence the removal of asbestos and hazardous materials from the abandoned Allied Textile Printing (ATP) site in Paterson, New Jersey. The cleanup, aimed at safeguarding the health of nearby residents and visitors, is set to begin on September 16, 2024, and is expected to take several months.
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EPA awards $3.2 million for research on reducing agricultural exposure to 'forever chemicals
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $3.2 million in research grant funding for two Texas institutions to study and mitigate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) exposure in agriculture. Texas A&M University and Texas Tech University will each receive $1,600,000 to conduct community-engaged research projects aimed at understanding PFAS bioaccumulation in agricultural plants and livestock and exploring strategies for reducing PFAS exposure.
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EPA issues safety guidelines for communities affected by Hurricane Francine
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a reminder to communities affected by Hurricane Francine to be aware of potential safety concerns in homes and other buildings. The agency emphasizes the importance of operating portable generators according to instructions and always running them outside, far away from buildings. Using a portable generator inside or too close to a home can lead to injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.
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EPA selects Pueblo of Sandia for climate pollution reduction grant
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the Pueblo of Sandia as one of the selected applicants for funding from the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program. The Pueblo's project, "Implementing Solutions to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions," aims to install a commercial-scale solar photovoltaic system and electric vehicle charging stations at the Sandia Resort and Casino, which is the largest single source of energy consumption on the Pueblo.
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EPA partners with Fostoria on lead pipe replacement under infrastructure law
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a collaboration with the city of Fostoria, Ohio, to identify and replace drinking water lead pipes as part of the EPA’s Get the Lead Out Initiative. This initiative is funded by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which aims for 100% lead service line replacement nationwide.
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EPA awards $17 million grant to tackle indoor air pollution in Cleveland
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a grant exceeding $17 million to MetroHealth System and seven partnering community organizations in Cleveland. This funding aims to reduce indoor air pollution and tackle environmental and climate justice challenges in disadvantaged communities.
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EPA settles with Aloha Petroleum over Clean Water Act violations
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a settlement with Aloha Petroleum LLC over Clean Water Act violations at its oil storage and distribution facility in Kahului, Maui. Under the settlement, Aloha Petroleum will pay a $103,377 penalty.
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