Andrew Wheeler EPA Administrator
Recent News About Andrew Wheeler EPA Administrator
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EPA collaborates with North Carolina leaders for hurricane recovery
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan visited Asheville, North Carolina, to assess the ongoing recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene. He was joined by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, Senator Thom Tillis, Congressman Chuck Edwards, and Asheville Mayor Esther E. Manheimer.
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EPA allocates $40 million for mid-Atlantic environmental justice projects
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Mid-Atlantic Region has announced the availability of $40 million for subgrants to communities through the Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking program. This initiative is part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America Agenda and was established under the Inflation Reduction Act’s Environmental and Climate Justice Program.
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Delaware receives $14.3 million grant for I-95 charging infrastructure
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the State of Delaware have announced a $14.3 million grant from the EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program, aimed at enhancing charging infrastructure for medium and heavy-duty vehicles along the I-95 corridor. This initiative aligns with the Clean Corridor Coalition's regional efforts to support zero-emission vehicle infrastructure.
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Maui Varieties fined for illegal pesticide sales in Hawaii
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached a settlement with Maui Varieties Ltd., operating as HouseMart, over allegations related to the illegal import and distribution of unregistered pesticides and misbranded pesticide devices. These products, marketed as disinfectants or antimicrobial health solutions, were sold through Daiso locations across Hawai‘i.
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EPA announces major loan for Oregon wastewater facility upgrades
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $24 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to the City of Sandy, Oregon. This funding will support efforts to modernize wastewater facilities and enhance water quality in local waterways.
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EPA and White Mountain Apache reach agreement on wastewater treatment improvements
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the White Mountain Apache Tribe have reached an agreement to address non-compliance with the Clean Water Act concerning wastewater treatment on tribal land in Arizona. The Tribe operates five wastewater treatment plants, including those at Sunrise Park Resort, Hon-Dah Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility, and Whiteriver Sewage Lagoons.
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EPA extends comment period for Newark Superfund site cleanup plan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an extension of the public comment period for its proposed final cleanup plan for the 80-120 Lister Ave. portion of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site in Newark, New Jersey. The deadline, initially set for October 10, has been moved to November 12. This decision follows a public meeting held on September 19 where the EPA explained the proposed plan.
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Biden-Harris Administration commits $29M for Arkansas clean water projects
The Biden-Harris Administration has implemented new regulations aimed at eliminating lead pipes across the United States within a decade. This initiative is part of the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), which mandates drinking water systems to identify and replace lead pipes in ten years. The rule also requires enhanced testing and communication about lead risks in drinking water.
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Biden administration enforces rules on replacing U.S. drinking water's lead pipes
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced new regulations and funding aimed at addressing lead contamination in drinking water systems across the United States. The final rule, known as the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), mandates that all drinking water systems identify and replace lead pipes within a decade. It also requires stricter testing protocols and lower thresholds for action on lead exposure, aiming to enhance community awareness about the risks associated with lead-contaminated water.
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EPA allocates $24M for Idaho's clean water under new federal regulations
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a final rule mandating that drinking water systems nationwide identify and replace lead pipes within ten years. This initiative is part of the administration's broader commitment to eliminate lead pipes across the country, ensuring access to clean drinking water for all communities.
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EPA settles with Alabama Power over coal ash regulation violations
On September 26, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reached a settlement with Alabama Power Company regarding alleged violations of federal Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) regulations at the James M. Barry Electric Generating Plant in Bucks, Mobile County, Alabama. The agreement mandates that Alabama Power enhance its groundwater monitoring efforts and revise its Emergency Action Plan at Plant Barry. Additionally, the company will pay a civil penalty of $278,000.
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EPA seeks public input on Umpqua River basin temperature cleanup plan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public feedback on its proposed plan to address elevated water temperatures in the Umpqua River basin. This initiative is part of an effort to replace the 2006 Umpqua Basin temperature Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs), with EPA collaborating with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality.
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EPA announces new rule requiring nationwide replacement of lead pipes
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a significant initiative to address lead contamination in drinking water across the United States. A new rule requires all drinking water systems to identify and replace lead pipes within the next decade. This is part of a broader effort by President Biden to ensure that every community can access clean drinking water.
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Biden-Harris Administration announces major steps against lead in U.S. drinking water
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced new regulations and funding aimed at addressing lead contamination in drinking water systems across the United States. Under the new Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), drinking water systems are required to identify and replace lead pipes within a decade. This initiative also mandates more rigorous testing of drinking water and lowers the threshold for action on lead exposure.
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Biden-Harris Administration announces new rules and funds for clean drinking water
The Biden-Harris Administration has introduced new regulations and funding aimed at addressing lead contamination in drinking water. The final rule, part of the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), mandates that drinking water systems nationwide identify and replace lead pipes within a decade. It also requires stricter testing and sets a lower threshold for action on lead levels to protect public health. "President Biden is putting an end to this generational public health problem," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan.
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EPA announces $24M fund for Alaska's clean water infrastructure
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a final rule mandating the identification and replacement of lead pipes in drinking water systems across the United States within the next decade. This move is part of a broader initiative to ensure access to clean water for all communities.
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Biden-Harris Administration allocates $89M for Florida's clean water initiatives
The Biden-Harris Administration has introduced a final rule mandating the identification and replacement of lead pipes in drinking water systems nationwide within a decade. This initiative, known as the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), includes enhanced testing protocols and stricter action levels for communities to address lead exposure in drinking water. The rule aims to improve communication about lead risks and replacement plans, aligning with President Biden's commitment to eliminate lead pipes across the United States.
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EPA updates cleanup plan for Emmell's Septic Landfill Superfund Site
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized an update to the 2008 cleanup plan for the Emmell’s Septic Landfill Superfund Site in Galloway Township, Atlantic County, New Jersey. This revision aims to address soil contamination affecting groundwater quality more effectively.
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Biden-Harris administration allocates $30 million for clean water initiatives in Kentucky
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a significant initiative to address lead contamination in drinking water across the United States. A new rule mandates that drinking water systems identify and replace lead pipes within ten years. This regulation, known as the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), also requires more stringent testing of drinking water and lowers the threshold for action on lead exposure.
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Biden-Harris Administration targets nationwide removal of lead pipes
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a final rule aimed at eliminating lead pipes across the United States within ten years. The Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) mandate drinking water systems to identify and replace lead pipes, enhance testing protocols, and lower the threshold for community action against lead in drinking water. This initiative is part of President Biden's pledge to ensure all communities have access to clean water.