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  • Protecting Communities from PFAS in Drinking Water

    EPA is proposing the first-ever national drinking water standard to limit six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) – the latest action to combat PFAS pollution under our PFAS Strategic Roadmap.

    Learn more about the proposed regulation

  • Honoring Farmworker Contributions

    The health and safety of farmworkers are essential to our livelihood, and we are honored to celebrate the contributions of hardworking farm laborers during National Farmworker Awareness Week. 

    Learn how EPA is protecting and empowering farmworkers

  • Reducing Water Pollution from Power Plants

    EPA is proposing to strengthen the wastewater discharge standards that apply to coal-fired power plants, reducing pollutants discharged through wastewater from coal-fired power plants by approximately 584 million pounds per year. 

    Learn how this proposed rule helps protect our nation’s vital water resources

  • EPA Orders Norfolk Southern to Conduct Cleanup from East Palestine Train Derailment

    EPA ordered Norfolk Southern to conduct all cleanup actions associated with the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment to ensure the health and safety of the community.

    Read more about our response efforts

East Palestine, Ohio Train Derailment

EPA continues to support local and state partners with response efforts for the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment.
Visit our webpage for the latest updates and resources, including air monitoring results.

  • PFAS

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    EPA is proposing the first-ever national drinking water standard to limit six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) – the latest action to combat PFAS pollution under our PFAS Strategic Roadmap.

    Learn more about PFAS
  • Inflation Reduction Act

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    The Inflation Reduction Act will reduce harmful air pollution, advance environmental justice, and save families money on their energy bills.

    Learn about the Inflation Reduction Act
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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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    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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    Find tax credits to help make homes and buildings more energy-efficient while reducing energy costs.

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    Recognizing and Celebrating Farmworkers During National Farmworker Awareness Week

    I have learned that farmworker justice is environmental justice, making sure that all vulnerable and historically underserved groups get their needs addressed includes  supporting this essential community.

    • Date: March 30, 2023
    • By: Bitta Momeni
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    Learning about water use in one of the driest states in America

    Getting people to change their water use habits is more complicated than just putting up posters. There is clearly a major gap in water knowledge and action - raising awareness of water use concerns is the first step for a sustainable future.

    • Date: March 6, 2023
    • By: Cameron Hodges

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  • EPA Proposes Air Permit for Construction Activity at Revolution Wind Offshore Wind Project

  • Biden-Harris Administration announces$24+ million investment for Clean Water Infrastructure upgrades in EPA Region 8 states

  • EPA Grants Waivers for California’s On-highway Heavy-duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Standards

  • EPA names Idaho home builder 2023 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year

  • Biden-Harris Administration Announces $126,864,000 Investment for Clean Water Infrastructure Upgrades in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands


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Last updated on March 30, 2023
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