The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced 100 new environmental accomplishments, bringing the total to 300 since President Donald Trump took office. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin highlighted these achievements, which include a proposed rule defining "waters of the United States" (WOTUS), completing 100 days of testing Tijuana-San Diego wastewater projects, and securing the border from illegal pesticides.
Administrator Zeldin said, "We are thrilled to announce another 100 top accomplishments from the last 100 days in our mission to meet our statutory duties and defend human health and environmental quality." He emphasized that the Trump administration's EPA is committed to being effective environmental stewards while supporting economic growth.
The EPA's efforts include issuing an Interim Final Rule for waste incinerators, reducing pesticide submission backlogs by over 5,200, and conducting extensive enforcement actions. These actions resulted in significant pollution reduction and financial penalties for violations.
Additionally, the agency hosted webinars on lead hazards and compliance with the Endangered Species Act. It also finalized agreements for cleanup projects at various Superfund sites across the country.
The agency's work aligns with its core mission of protecting human health and the environment through commonsense policies that drive down prices and support American energy initiatives. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency continues to focus on cooperative federalism and revitalizing industries such as automotive manufacturing.
For more information on these initiatives, visit the EPA's official website: https://www.epa.gov/.
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