Learn the Issues
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Evaluating Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Measures
Evaluating Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Measures
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Retrieving and Printing NSCEP Publications
The details of how to obtain documents available through the National Service Center for Environmental Publications (NSCEP), whether ordered online, or by other channels are covered.
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Environmental Education (EE)
Environmental education increases public awareness and knowledge about environmental issues or problems.
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What about radon and radioactivity in granite countertops?
Does the EPA believe there is a danger of radon gas or associated radiation being emitted from granite countertops? It is possible for any granite sample to contain varying concentrations of uranium and other naturally occurring radioactive elements. These elements can emit radiation and produce radon gas, a source of…
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Parker Street Waste Site
EPA conducted sampling and other response actions at Parker Street Waste Site according to its authority under Secton 104 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensaton, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
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Vietnamese Version of Flood Cleanup and the Air in Your Home Booklet
EPA 402-K-06-006-VIE: This booklet, in Vietnamese, tells you how to clean up after a flood and how to prevent indoor air problems. Revised August 2017
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Flood Cleanup and the Air in Your Home Booklet
EPA 402-K-07-002: This booklet tells you how to clean up after a flood and how to prevent indoor air problems.
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Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings Guide: Chapter 3
The content on this page is based on the guide by the same name. However, updates have been made to some resources and links. Here you can find information on mold prevention and remediation.
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Indoor airPLUS Technical Guidance
This page provides links to technical guidance for Indoor airPLUS builders, raters and providers
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Indoor airPLUS Leader Awards
The Indoor airPLUS Leader Award is an annual recognition opportunity for leading program partners. Winners are recognized as market-leading program partners who construct and verify Indoor airPLUS homes designed and built for improved indoor air quality.
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IAQ Tools for Schools Resources
Different resources to improve IAQ in schools. Includes Master Class Training Webinar series, different IAQ publications about schools and videos about IAQ in schools.
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The Importance of Asthma and Health Programs in Improving Academic Performance
School air quality has a major impact on asthma and other respiratory illnesses. Airborne allergens or irritants frequently trigger asthma attacks, yet environmental assessments demonstrate that schools often harbor allergen levels at or close to the th
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Parents, Students, and Healthy Indoor School Environments
School-aged children spend a great deal of time inside school buildings. Parents can play an important role in creating healthy indoor school environments. Parents and students alike can make a powerful case for protecting health in schools.
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Learn about IAQ in Schools
Landing page for Adopting IAQ Best Practices in Schools. Includes taking action to improve IAQ in schools, developing your program, TfS Action Kit and Spanish link.
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Enhancing Coordination and Communication with States on Review and Approval of Aquifer Exemption Requests
The memorandum in the link provided is for Underground Injection Control (UIC) program managers and is intended to promote a consistent and predictable process for the review of aquifer exemption requests under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA).
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Importance of Smokefree Policies Factsheet
This factsheet discusses the importance and benefits of smokefree policies.
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Health Risks of Secondhand Smoke and Aerosols Factsheet
This factsheet discusses the health risks of secondhand smoke and aerosols.
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COVID-19, Wildfires, and Indoor Air Quality
Learn where to find information related to COVID-19, wildfires and indoor air quality.
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Use and Care of Home Humidifiers
Tips for the Use and Care of Home Humidifiers
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How much ventilation do I need in my home to improve indoor air quality?
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) refers to the air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants. Increasing the amount of outdoor air coming into the building helps to control pollutant levels, odors, temperature, humidity and other factors that can…