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Draft Risk Evaluation for Di-ethylhexyl phthalate - (1,2-Benzene- dicarboxylic acid, 1,2- bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester) (DEHP)

EPA designated di-ethylhexyl phthalate - (1,2-Benzene- dicarboxylic acid, 1,2- bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester) as a high priority chemical in December 2019 and the chemical is currently undergoing risk evaluation.

Additional Coral Reef Resources

Coral reefs are among the most biologically diverse and valuable ecosystems on Earth. This web site describes the importance of coral reefs, threats to them, and ongoing efforts to protect them.

EPA Research about Coral Reefs

Coral reefs are among the most biologically diverse and valuable ecosystems on Earth. This web site describes the importance of coral reefs, threats to them, and ongoing efforts to protect them.

Top Management Challenges for EPA and CSB

Top Management Challenges Reports issued by the Office of Inspector General

Lesson Plans, Teacher Guides and Online Environmental Resources for Educators: Ecosystems

Ecosystems-related educational resources for teachers on environmental topics, including lesson plans.

Offsite Compliance Monitoring Project

Tribal Programs in EPA's Pacific Southwest (Region 9)

EPA’s Pacific Southwest Region (Region 9) serves 148 federally recognized Tribes within Arizona, California and Nevada to assist environmental programs in Indian Country and ensure Tribes have a voice in decisions that affect their land, air and water.

Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification for Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians 50 Oaks Community Golf Project, El Dorado County, CA

Opportunity to comment on Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 Water Quality Certification for Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians 50 Oaks Community Golf Project, El Dorado County, California.

Comments Due Date: February 5, 2026
Geographic Locations: Southwest, California, Tribal Lands

Tribal Governments Role in Safe Drinking Water on Tribal Lands

Tribal governments oversee water system utilities, utility directors or utility boards

Common Considerations

Basic concerns for source water protection include both water quality and water availability.

Consultation and Coordination with Tribes in Region 10

Information about government-to-government consultation and coordination between EPA and tribes in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.

EPA Reaches Settlement with Alabama Power Company to Address Compliance with Certain Coal Ash Regulations

Case is part of EPA’s larger initiative to protect communities from coal ash contamination

EPA News Release: EPA Reaches Settlement with Alabama Power Company to Address Compliance with Certain Coal Ash Regulations

Release Date: October 9, 2024

Best Practices for Mitigating Potential Harm and Community Benefits of Reclamation and Destruction of HFCs

There are many ways that potential harms may be reduced or avoided.

EPA Section 508 Policies and Procedures

Defines Information and Communication Technology (ICT) ), and the technical and functional performance criteria for ICT to comply with Section 508 accessibility standards.

An Approach for Estimating Changes in Children's IQ from Lead Dust Generated during Renovation, Repair, and Painting in Residences and Child-Occupied Facilities: Appendices

Seven appendices presenting methodological notes and analytical results.

An Approach for Estimating Changes in Children's IQ from Lead Dust Generated during Renovation, Repair, and Painting in Residences and Child-Occupied Facilities

Describes an approach for estimating lead exposures and resulting changes in IQ for children under age 6 that could result from various renovation, repair, and painting activities.