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  • Biden Administration launches Heat.gov website

    EPA partnered with other federal agencies to launch a new website focused on reducing the health risks of extreme heat. Heat.gov serves as the premier source of information regarding heat and health for the nation. 

    Read the press release.
    Visit HEAT.gov

  • Practicing Sun Safety

    During UV Safety Month, EPA reminds Americans to protect themselves all summer by avoiding overexposure to the sun’s UV rays and practicing proper sun safety.

    Learn more about the UV Index

  • EPA Launches Clean School Bus Program with $500 Million Available Now

    With funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, our Clean School Bus Program is granting $500 million — the first round of funding with $5 billion in total — for school districts to replace the nation's fleet of school buses with low and zero-emission buses.

    Learn more and apply

  • EPA announces $254 million to tackle polluted brownfield sites

    With Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding, EPA is awarding grants to 265 communities across the U.S. to turn brownfield sites into hubs of economic growth and job creation.

    Learn about brownfield grant awards

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Last updated on July 26, 2022
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