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fromArs Technica
20 hours ago

Win for chemical industry as EPA shutters scientific research office

EPA's IRIS program within ORD has a troubling history of being out of step with the best available science and methods, lacking transparency, and being unresponsive to peer review and stakeholder recommendations. This results in IRIS assessments that jeopardize access to critical chemistries, undercut national priorities, and harm American competitiveness.
Public health
#reorganization
OMG science
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The EPA Will Likely Gut Team That Studies Health Risks From Chemicals

EPA's reorganization risks dismantling the crucial IRIS program, vital for chemical risk assessments.
fromWIRED
1 day ago
US politics

EPA Employees Still in the Dark as Agency Dismantles Scientific Research Office

OMG science
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The EPA Will Likely Gut Team That Studies Health Risks From Chemicals

EPA's reorganization risks dismantling the crucial IRIS program, vital for chemical risk assessments.
fromWIRED
1 day ago
US politics

EPA Employees Still in the Dark as Agency Dismantles Scientific Research Office

#public-health
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Trump is gutting the nation's environmental programs. Here's what it will cost Americans

The Trump administration's environmental rollbacks threaten public health and increase living costs, contradicting claims of regulatory relief.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump's EPA Proposes Repealing Some Limits on Mercury and Greenhouse Gas

EPA proposes to repeal regulations on power plants, claiming it will lower costs for families.
Environment
fromTruthout
3 months ago

EPA Deletes Pollution Tracking Tools as It Offers Exemptions to Polluters

The Trump administration's actions significantly undermine environmental protections, threatening public health and community safety.
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago

As Happened in Texas, Ignoring EPA Science Will Allow Pollution and Cancer to Fester

The Trump administration's closure of the EPA's independent research office threatens public health by undermining environmental safeguards.
Los Angeles
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

32 vintage photos reveal what Los Angeles looked like before the US regulated pollution

Los Angeles has significantly battled air pollution since the 1940s, impacting public health and prompting regulatory action.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Trump is gutting the nation's environmental programs. Here's what it will cost Americans

The Trump administration's environmental rollbacks threaten public health and increase living costs, contradicting claims of regulatory relief.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump's EPA Proposes Repealing Some Limits on Mercury and Greenhouse Gas

EPA proposes to repeal regulations on power plants, claiming it will lower costs for families.
Environment
fromTruthout
3 months ago

EPA Deletes Pollution Tracking Tools as It Offers Exemptions to Polluters

The Trump administration's actions significantly undermine environmental protections, threatening public health and community safety.
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago

As Happened in Texas, Ignoring EPA Science Will Allow Pollution and Cancer to Fester

The Trump administration's closure of the EPA's independent research office threatens public health by undermining environmental safeguards.
Los Angeles
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

32 vintage photos reveal what Los Angeles looked like before the US regulated pollution

Los Angeles has significantly battled air pollution since the 1940s, impacting public health and prompting regulatory action.
#environmental-policy
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

The Environmental Protection Agency delays limits on PFAS in drinking water

The EPA is delaying compliance deadlines for PFAS limits in drinking water, extending them to 2031.
SF politics
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Fired (or not?) from Trump's EPA, this Berkeley resident says his worst fears have come true

The Trump administration's cuts to the EPA risks worsening environmental quality and halting wetland restoration efforts.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Coal companies want to dump toxic waste in the ground. Trump's EPA is granting their wish

Utility companies requested the EPA under Lee Zeldin to ease regulations on greenhouse gases and coal ash management, asserting federal overreach.
US politics
fromFuturism
2 months ago

You'll Start Spiralling When You Learn What the Trump Administration Just Did

The Trump administration is ending the Energy Star program, which has saved over $500 billion for Americans since 1992.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

The Environmental Protection Agency delays limits on PFAS in drinking water

The EPA is delaying compliance deadlines for PFAS limits in drinking water, extending them to 2031.
SF politics
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Fired (or not?) from Trump's EPA, this Berkeley resident says his worst fears have come true

The Trump administration's cuts to the EPA risks worsening environmental quality and halting wetland restoration efforts.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Coal companies want to dump toxic waste in the ground. Trump's EPA is granting their wish

Utility companies requested the EPA under Lee Zeldin to ease regulations on greenhouse gases and coal ash management, asserting federal overreach.
US politics
fromFuturism
2 months ago

You'll Start Spiralling When You Learn What the Trump Administration Just Did

The Trump administration is ending the Energy Star program, which has saved over $500 billion for Americans since 1992.
#geoengineering
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

EPA puts NE staffers on leave after they sign letter criticizing Trump's environmental policies

The suspensions quickly drew backlash as accusations of retaliation flew, and the agency's investigation came as a surprise to some in Boston.
Environment
#climate-change
US politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The EPA Wants to Roll Back Emissions Controls on Power Plants

The EPA is proposing to roll back emissions standards for power plants, claiming minimal impact on air pollution.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

E.P.A. Is Said to Plan Deep Cuts to Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program

The EPA plans to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions reporting for most industrial facilities, creating significant transparency issues.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 months ago

EPA must unfreeze Biden-era 'green bank' funds, says federal judge

A federal judge ruled against the EPA's attempt to block green bank funding for nonprofits, emphasizing due process.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area environmental groups fear deeper cuts by EPA, what it can mean for Climate Ready projects

The EPA's funding cuts are threatening climate justice initiatives, impacting vulnerable communities in East Palo Alto.
Environment
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

The EPA cracked down on Tesla and SpaceX. Then Elon Musk and DOGE took over.

Musk's influence threatens the EPA's enforcement of environmental laws.
US politics
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
1 month ago

How the EPA Is Attempting to Roll Back Climate RegulationAnd Where It Could Stumble

EPA's proposal to repeal power plant climate pollution regulations cites insufficient emissions but may lead to substantial legal challenges.
US politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The EPA Wants to Roll Back Emissions Controls on Power Plants

The EPA is proposing to roll back emissions standards for power plants, claiming minimal impact on air pollution.
Environment
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

E.P.A. Is Said to Plan Deep Cuts to Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program

The EPA plans to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions reporting for most industrial facilities, creating significant transparency issues.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 months ago

EPA must unfreeze Biden-era 'green bank' funds, says federal judge

A federal judge ruled against the EPA's attempt to block green bank funding for nonprofits, emphasizing due process.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area environmental groups fear deeper cuts by EPA, what it can mean for Climate Ready projects

The EPA's funding cuts are threatening climate justice initiatives, impacting vulnerable communities in East Palo Alto.
Environment
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

The EPA cracked down on Tesla and SpaceX. Then Elon Musk and DOGE took over.

Musk's influence threatens the EPA's enforcement of environmental laws.
US politics
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
1 month ago

How the EPA Is Attempting to Roll Back Climate RegulationAnd Where It Could Stumble

EPA's proposal to repeal power plant climate pollution regulations cites insufficient emissions but may lead to substantial legal challenges.
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

To maintain NY, NJ port traffic, feds seek new ocean site for 50 million cubic yards of dirt

The Army Corps of Engineers estimated that it will dig up about 50 million cubic yards of seabed over the next 20 years.
New York City
fromHigh Country News
3 weeks ago

Western states step up to save their wetlands - High Country News

"The U.S. Supreme Court's 2023 decision on Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency dramatically weakened protections for millions of acres of the West's essential wetlands and streams."
US politics
#environmental-justice
Environment
fromKqed
2 months ago

On Earth Day, Bay Area EPA Workers Rally Due to 'Constant Threat of Termination' | KQED

The EPA is facing drastic staff reductions and funding cuts that threaten its environmental justice programs and initiatives.
Environment
fromAol
3 months ago

EPA starts layoffs of environmental justice employees

The EPA is terminating hundreds of staff through a reduction in force, impacting environmental justice roles as it undergoes significant organizational changes.
Environment
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

As EPA's Environmental Justice Employees Lose Their Jobs, New York Community Groups Pay the Price

The EPA's environmental justice office has significantly aided communities in New York, but faces cuts due to the Trump administration's policy changes.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Senate grills EPA chief Zeldin over cuts to climate change and pollution programs

The EPA is under fire for canceling critical pollution and clean energy funding intended for low-income and minority communities.
Environment
fromKqed
2 months ago

On Earth Day, Bay Area EPA Workers Rally Due to 'Constant Threat of Termination' | KQED

The EPA is facing drastic staff reductions and funding cuts that threaten its environmental justice programs and initiatives.
Environment
fromAol
3 months ago

EPA starts layoffs of environmental justice employees

The EPA is terminating hundreds of staff through a reduction in force, impacting environmental justice roles as it undergoes significant organizational changes.
Environment
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

As EPA's Environmental Justice Employees Lose Their Jobs, New York Community Groups Pay the Price

The EPA's environmental justice office has significantly aided communities in New York, but faces cuts due to the Trump administration's policy changes.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Senate grills EPA chief Zeldin over cuts to climate change and pollution programs

The EPA is under fire for canceling critical pollution and clean energy funding intended for low-income and minority communities.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Radius Recycling ordered to reduce pollution into San Francisco Bay

"This order requires Radius Recycling to improve the quality of water discharges leaving the facility, which will help reduce the flow of pollutants into San Francisco Bay."},{
East Bay (California)
#environmental-health
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

As EPA Rolls Back Regulations on 4 PFAS, Thousands More Remain Unregulated

EPA's reconsideration of PFAS limits raises concerns about public health protections and corporate influence.
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What to know about Trump's plans to weaken limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

EPA plans to roll back safety limits on PFAS in drinking water, countering previous efforts to reduce public health risks.
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

As EPA Rolls Back Regulations on 4 PFAS, Thousands More Remain Unregulated

EPA's reconsideration of PFAS limits raises concerns about public health protections and corporate influence.
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What to know about Trump's plans to weaken limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

EPA plans to roll back safety limits on PFAS in drinking water, countering previous efforts to reduce public health risks.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Trump admin announces plans to shut down the Energy Star program

The Trump administration plans to eliminate the Energy Star program, which helps consumers save on energy costs.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA says polluters can email for exemptions

EPA facilitates presidential exemptions for polluters under the Clean Air Act, raising concerns from environmental groups.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

US environmental agency halts funding for its main science division

The Trump administration has blocked EPA research funding despite congressional appropriations.
The reorganization aims to integrate scientific staff but raises concerns about the impact on environmental research.
US politics
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Trump admin announces plans to shut down the Energy Star program

The Trump administration plans to eliminate the Energy Star program, which helps consumers save on energy costs.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA says polluters can email for exemptions

EPA facilitates presidential exemptions for polluters under the Clean Air Act, raising concerns from environmental groups.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

US environmental agency halts funding for its main science division

The Trump administration has blocked EPA research funding despite congressional appropriations.
The reorganization aims to integrate scientific staff but raises concerns about the impact on environmental research.
#environment
SF politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

What the EPA's partial rollback of the 'forever chemical' drinking water rule means

The EPA is rolling back regulations on harmful PFAS chemicals in drinking water, which could increase exposure risks for millions.
Public health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How the EPA evaluates pesticide safety

The EPA faces mounting pressure to expedite pesticide reviews while ensuring safety standards are met.
Health and environmental advocates emphasize the importance of rigorous safety evaluations amid industry demands.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: Chimp societies drum to a distinct beat

Chimpanzees exhibit distinct drumming patterns based on subspecies, which may reflect their social dynamics and hint at musical evolution.
#air-quality
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Despite progress, Los Angeles is nation's smoggiest city for 25th time in 26 years

Los Angeles remains the smoggiest city in the US for the 25th consecutive year, despite a 40% drop in unhealthy ozone days since 2000.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Despite progress, Los Angeles is nation's smoggiest city for 25th time in 26 years

Los Angeles remains the smoggiest city in the US for the 25th consecutive year, despite a 40% drop in unhealthy ozone days since 2000.
fromInsideEVs
2 months ago

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Eligible For The $7,500 Federal Tax Credit Again

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has regained full eligibility for the $7,500 federal tax credit, making it accessible to cash buyers after a brief hiatus.
Alternative transportation
#california
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

US House votes to block California's 2035 ban on sale of new gas-powered cars

Congressional Republicans are attempting to reverse California's plan to end new gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Congress Declares War on State's Clean Air Efforts - Streetsblog California

The House passed resolutions to revoke California's EPA emission regulation permits, opposing state control over national vehicle standards.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

US House votes to block California's 2035 ban on sale of new gas-powered cars

Congressional Republicans are attempting to reverse California's plan to end new gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Congress Declares War on State's Clean Air Efforts - Streetsblog California

The House passed resolutions to revoke California's EPA emission regulation permits, opposing state control over national vehicle standards.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

EPA shuttering museum that cost $315 per visitor to stay open

The scarcely visited museum cost a whopping $4 million taxpayer dollars to build in accordance with Smithsonian standards and more than $600,000 annually to operate.
Environment
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'Shady' $7B Biden climate slush fund recipient facilitated NY low-income housing sale that hiked rents, forced out residents: tenants

Sadie McKeown received nearly $7 billion for climate projects but has a history of actions harming affordable housing.
Environment
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Angus Woods: Why farmers shouldn't crow too loudly about their role in improving water quality

EPA reports a decline in nitrogen levels in 20 rivers, marking progress in water quality.
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