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  • EPA Announces Record-Setting Penalty for Vehicle Emission Cheating

    As part of a historic Clean Air Act penalty settlement, Cummins Inc. will pay $1.675 billion in penalties and will fund a recall program.

    Learn about the settlement

  • EPA is Taking Action on Climate

    EPA announced a final rule that will sharply reduce methane and other harmful air pollutants from the oil and natural gas industry. Sharp cuts in methane emissions are among the most critical actions the United States can take in the short term to slow the rate of climate change.

    Learn more about the final rule

  • Protecting Communities from Lead in Drinking Water

    EPA's proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements are a major advancement in protecting children and adults from the significant and irreversible health effects of lead in drinking water.

    Learn about the proposed rule

  • Careers at EPA

    Science Careers at EPA

    From tackling the climate crisis to advancing environmental justice, what happens here changes the world. At EPA, you can be a changemaker.

    Learn more about Careers at EPA

  • Investing in America

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    EPA has an opportunity to move further and faster than ever before to build a healthier and brighter future for people and the planet.

    Learn how EPA is investing in America

  • Applying for EPA Grants

    Discover EPA-hosted webinars to learn how to apply for, or manage an EPA grant.

    Register to attend an EPA grant webinar

  • Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding

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    Discover the historic investments made in the health, equity, and resilience of American communities through Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding.

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  • Climate Change

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    Understanding and addressing climate change is critical to EPA's mission of protecting human health and the environment. Find resources and accurate information about climate change.

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  • Drinking Water Resources

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    Learn how water gets to your drinking water tap every day, the different types of public water systems, and other basic information about drinking water safety.

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Last updated on February 1, 2024