Epa Region 1 (new England)
Recent News About Epa Region 1 (new England)
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EPA reached settlements with facilities handling dangerous substances in Leominster and New Bedford, Mass. resulting in civil fines and compliance improvements
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) are announcing the winners of the 2022 ENERGY STAR Awards.
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With the onset of warmer weather, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) urges New Englanders to be aware of the increased risk of ground-level ozone and fine particle air pollution (which is often referred to as smog, when combined), and to take health precautions when smog levels are predicted to be high.
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Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the winners of its tenth annual Campus RainWorks Challenge, a national competition that engages college students in the design of on-campus green infrastructure solutions to address stormwater pollution.
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Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed an update to the agency's plan to clean up the Dover Municipal Landfill Superfund Site in Dover, New Hampshire.
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As part of its Earth Day celebrations, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New England regional office is now accepting nominations to recognize New England people, organizations, government entities or businesses for environmental achievements during the past year.
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Map of the proposed Severe Classification Area for the 2008 Ozone StandardBOSTON (April 12, 2022) – Following the Clean Air Act requirements, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing determinations for whether certain areas of Connecticut have met the 2008 and 2015 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ground-level ozone, commonly referred to as smog.
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Communities in New England have until May 9 to apply for grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for projects that promote the agency's commitment to protecting the environment and improving people's quality of life.
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Public comments on proposal accepted for 30 days
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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is making grants available for New England communities to support EPA's mission to reduce environmental risks, protect human health and improve the quality of life.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached a settlement that includes a $80,000 penalty for on-line retailer Penson & Co LLC.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has added the 3.7 mile stretch of the Lower Neponset River to the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL).
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Becomes Second Project in Rhode Island under EPA Coastal Initiative
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Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its 2020 Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) National Analysis, which shows that companies that manage chemicals continue to make progress in preventing pollution and reducing chemical releases into the environment.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued its final permit decision obligating the General Electric Company to perform a cleanup of the Rest of River portion of the GE-Pittsfield/Housatonic River Site.
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Today, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan announced that President Biden has appointed Dr. David Cash to become EPA's Regional Administrator for Region 1. Dr. Cash will lead the implementation of the Biden-Harris environmental agenda in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut and in 10 Tribal Nations. Dr. Cash's appointment began on February 7, 2022.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New England Office recently awarded two 2021 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards to a Maine wastewater facility and individual to recognize them for their commitment to improving water quality.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New England Office recently awarded a 2021 Regional Wastewater Treatment Award to the City of Brockton's wastewater treatment facility's Industrial Pretreatment Program for its commitment to improving water quality.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New England Office recently awarded four 2021 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards to New Hampshire wastewater facilities and individuals to recognize them for their commitment to improving water quality.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New England Office recently awarded a 2021 Regional Wastewater Treatment Award to the Town of South Windsor's wastewater treatment plant operator for his commitment to improving water quality.