Learn the Issues

This page shows all of the pages at www.epa.gov that are tagged with Learn the Issues.
  • Humpback whale

    Celebrating 50 Years of Protecting the Ocean

    During their travels, marine animals may face plastic pollution, impacts of climate change, and other threats. Their future survival can hinge on environmental laws that protect the ocean.

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    • By: Hilary Clark
  • Baton Rouge - view of the Mississippi river

    Forever Connected: Rivers as a Driving Force for Partnerships

    The Mississippi River flows through 10 states and four EPA Regions. Regions 4, 5, 6, and 7 are committed to begin working with the Mississippi River cities to reduce plastic pollution in the main artery in the heart of our country.

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    • By: Gayle Hubert
  • Landscape with environmental data icons overlaid

    Follow the Data to Answer Questions about the Environment

    My love for using data to answer important questions is shared by researchers across the country and all around the world – answering any question you can think of about the environment.

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    • By: William Wheeler
  • Magnifying glass showing a bed bug image in a bedroom

    Take the Bite Out of Bed Bugs

    A bed bug infestation can feel like the end of the world, but you have options. Discover pest management strategies and what works for bed bug control.

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    • By: Marcia Anderson, PhD
  • Household emergency plan list with pen

    Hurricane season is almost here, and it’s time to get prepared.

    EPA’s role in preventing, preparing for, and responding to natural disasters and environmental emergencies such as hurricanes is integral to our mission to protect human health and the environment.

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    • By: Carlton Waterhouse
  • heart and stethoscope on white background

    Protect Your Health from Air Pollution this American Heart Month

    February is American Heart Month – a time to bring attention and awareness to how air pollution impacts heart health and what steps that you can take to avoid exposure.

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    • By: André Wade