News and reports from the Environmental Protection Agency.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today the selection of three organizations in New York and New Jersey to receive a total of $300,000 in grant funding for environmental education projects.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the selection of Mississippi State University Extension to receive $100,000 in funding to support environmental education in Jackson and across Mississippi. The Extension, an off-campus educational arm of Mississippi State University, provides current research and educational information to individuals in all 82 counties. This grant aims to increase public awareness of environmental issues and equip participants with skills for informed decision-making and responsible environmental actions.

The Department of Justice, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the State of Colorado announced a settlement with Enterprise Gas Processing, LLC, and Enterprise Products Operating, LLC (jointly referred to as "Enterprise") regarding violations of the Clean Air Act at the Meeker Gas Plant in Rio Blanco County, Colorado. The agreement includes a $1 million civil penalty aimed at improving community health and environmental conditions through enhanced leak detection and repair practices.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on July 8 the selection of 38 organizations to receive over $3.6 million in funding for projects under the Environmental Education Grants Program.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today the selection of the University of Maine and Learning Endeavors to receive competitive grants for environmental education projects in the Pacific Islands. These organizations have been chosen for their work in promoting youth ecological stewardship and environmental education, focusing on environmental justice, water resource challenges, and watershed health.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today the selection of Nevada’s System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) to receive a competitive grant for environmental education in Nevada. The organization was chosen for its work in promoting youth ecological stewardship and environmental education, with the grant supporting a project to mitigate microplastics in Nevada waterways.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a reminder to communities affected by Hurricane Beryl 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. Improper use of portable generators can lead to injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today the selection of California organizations Ignited and Sierra Streams Institute to receive competitive grants for environmental projects in the state. These organizations have been recognized for their work in promoting youth ecological stewardship and environmental education, focusing on environmental justice, water resource challenges, and watershed health.

DENVER - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) issued a Notice of Violation (NOV) to Suncor Energy (U.S.A.) Inc. last week, alleging that the Commerce City refinery failed to comply with air emissions laws.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on July 8, 2024, that four organizations in New England have been selected to receive a total of $380,000 in environmental education grants. These grants aim to empower youth to address environmental challenges, foster community resilience, and advance environmental justice in underserved communities. The four New England recipients are part of 38 organizations nationwide receiving over $3.6 million under the EPA's Environmental Education Grants Program.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6 and the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) recently released reports for 124 facilities inspected in the New Mexico Permian Basin area in April. Fourteen EPA inspectors and five NMED inspectors participated in these joint inspections, finding that 75 of the facilities—60 percent—had emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and could face penalties and other enforcement actions under the Clean Air Act (CAA). VOCs contribute to ozone formation, which can lead to health issues such as asthma, lung infections,...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on July 3 that General Motors (GM) has agreed to retire approximately 50 million metric tons of greenhouse gas credits. This decision follows an EPA investigation which identified excess CO2 emissions from around 5.9 million GM vehicles, spanning model years 2012-2018.

BOSTON, MASS (July 3, 2024) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a plan to clean up the Collins & Aikman Plant (former) Superfund Site and will hold a public meeting and hearing to update the community on the proposed remediation plan and to accept comments.

SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced settlements in two cases involving agricultural worker protection with Olomana Orchids Inc., in Kaneohe, and Mari’s Gardens LLC, in Mililani. Both nurseries are located on the island of Oʻahu.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a settlement with Sunrise Power Company regarding claims of Safe Drinking Water Act violations at the company's Sunrise Power Plant in Kern County, California. The company has agreed to pay a penalty of $55,788 to resolve permit violations related to the Underground Injection Control Program.