Learn the Issues
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Black Carbon Diesel Initiative in the Russian Arctic
Mobile and stationary diesel engines are among the largest sources of black carbon emissions in the Arctic. To address this challenge, EPA is leading the Black Carbon Diesel Initiative under the Arctic Black Carbon Initiative (ABCI).
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Tools for International Users
EPA provides technical assistance to its partner countries and to multilateral organizations through training courses, technology transfer, sharing of environmental data and information, and environmental education initiatives.
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EPA Efforts in Latin America and the Caribbean
The Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) program provides environmental tools and information to build the capacity of LAC governments and civil society organizations to reduce environmental degradation and its impacts on public health.
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EPA Collaboration with Japan
EPA’s recent relationship with Japan has largely focused on dialogue and information exchange on decontamination and environmental management.
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Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Pilot Initiative
EPA Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Pilot Initiative to demonstrate how arts and culture can help build stronger connections between communities and natural resources
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Support Documents for Fluoride Chemicals in Drinking Water Section 21 Petition
Documents supporting the Section 21 petition submitted by Fluoride Action Network.
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Is there still asbestos in automobile brakes?
It is possible that some aftermarket brakes, especially imported brakes, may still contain asbestos. Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos Learn About Asbestos Asbestos and School Buildings Information for Owners and Managers of Buildings that Contain Asbestos Protect Your Family from Exposures to Asbestos Asbestos Contaminated Vermiculite Insulation
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EPA Celebrates National Pollinator Week
EPA has renewed its MOU between EPA and the Pollinator Partnership, as part of its ongoing work to protect pollinator habitats.
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EPA Releases Draft Risk Evaluation Documents for Two Phthalates for Public Comment and Peer Review
On May 17, 2024, EPA released the draft risk evaluation documents for DIDP and DINP for public comment and peer review.
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Controlling Rodents and Regulating Rodenticides
Information about rat and mouse infestations, the safe use of rodent poison products, and EPA's efforts to reduce risks from these pesticides to children, pets, wildlife, and applicators.
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EPA Accepting Public Comments on Nominees for the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act Scientific Advisory Panel
EPA is accepting public comments on nominations for membership on the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act Scientific Advisory Panel (FIFRA SAP).
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Fluridone Petition and Response
FIFRA exclusive use provisions for minor use registrations provide incentives to pesticide companies to register minor uses of pesticides. View petitions for exclusive use periods or extensions and EPA responses.
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Cybersecurity Grant Condition for Other Recipients, Including Intertribal Consortia
Cybersecurity Grant condition for Other Recipients, including Intertribal Consortia as of July 6, 2015
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EPA Collaboration with Australia
EPA’s current cooperation with Australia primarily focuses on water cooperation and sharing of lessons learned in areas of key environmental concern.
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Conflict Resolution in Public Participation
Conflict Resolution information as it pertains to public participation
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Microirrigation
Microirrigation is a low-pressure, low-flow-rate form of irrigation that can reduce the likelihood of overwatering a landscape. Microirrigation systems use 20 to 50 percent less water than conventional sprinkler systems.
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Collaboration with Mexico to Reduce Emissions from Ships
Working with EPA, the Mexican government has been actively exploring international actions to reduce air pollution from ships near local communities.
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EPA Participation in the International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week of Action
EPA participates in the International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week of Action, which generally takes place in October.
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Public Participation Guide: Tools to Generate and Obtain Public Input
Tools to generate public input are techniques that you can use to obtain public input to the decision process.
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Transboundary Air Pollution
Because air pollution does not stop at national borders, many countries are both sources and receptors for transboundary air pollution.