Learn the Issues
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TSCA Section 21 Petition Requesting EPA to Establish a Process to Amend the List of Natural Sources of Oil and Fat
This petition requests EPA to to initiate a rulemaking under TSCA Section 83 that would establish a process to amend the list of natural sources of oil and fat in the “Soap and Detergent Association” (SDA) nomenclature system.
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Petition for Partial Supplemental Waiver of the 2016 Cellulosic Biofuel Volumetric Requirements
January 13, 2017, EPA sent a letter to the American Petrochemical and Fuel Manufacturers (“AFPM”) denying its petition for a partial supplemental waiver of the 2016 cellulosic biofuel standard established under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
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Petition to Promulgate Reporting Rules for Mercury Manufacturing, Processing, and Importation
Section 21 petition to promulgate reporting rules for mercury manufacturing, processing, and importation under section 8(a) of the Toxic Substances Control Act.
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Agriculture Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
Agreements between EPA and organizations, or U.S. states can foster collaborative problem solving and strengthen the agriculture community.
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EPA Region 9 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Program
EPA's Pacific Southwest PCB Program regulates processing, distribution, use, cleanup, storage and disposal under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada and Pacific Territories, providing support for TSCA compliance.
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Contact Us: Animal Feeding Operations (AFOs)
Contact information for Animal Feeding Operations programs.
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Contact Us: General Information About NPDES
Overview of regulations and guidance for the hauling and removal of transported hazardous (hauled) waste.
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Communication Resources for Small Drinking Water Systems
These documents explain how to effectively communicate drinking water issues to customers and decision makers.
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SERC-TERC Update September 2025
SERC-TERC Updates from September 2025
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EPA to hold public hearing on the City of Asheboro’s wastewater treatment plant proposed permit
EPA to hold public hearing on the City of Asheboro’s wastewater treatment plant proposed permit
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Where They Play: Creating Healthy Environments for Youth Athletes
EPA has created a presentation to help coaches and athletic administrators better understand the environmental health risks associated with youth sports and the steps they can follow to protect young athletes.
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Complete Lesson 7: Healthy Water Inside
Examines water in our homes with a focus on how our tap water is treated and how to conserve water. Avoiding mold and mildew is also addressed.
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Complete Lesson 9: All Together Now - Air, Water, Food, and Shelter
In this final lesson, the students will review the key concepts from the program and pledge, both as a class and individually, to take action to create a healthier environment for themselves and their community.
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Healthy Home Action Card (English)
Brief tips to save energy, save money, protect inhabitants, and make your home more environmentally-friendly. Topics include mold, radon, carbon monoxide, asthma, secondhand smoke, indoor air pollution, water safety, lead, and pest control.
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Complete Lesson 4: Be Sun Smart
Explores how we both need the sun and need to protect ourselves from its rays. Discuss plants, vitamin D, sleeping rhythms, sunburn, ultraviolet radiation, sun smarts.
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Complete Lesson 8: Sustainable Eating, Healthy
Brings together ideas from the previous seven lessons and explains the concept of sustainable food through discussion of how food travels and the importance of community gardens, and how they are linked to healthy eating.
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Complete Lesson 3: Breathing Easy: Keeping the Inside of Our Homes Healthy and Clean
Looks at our homes and the steps to take to keep the air healthy and avoid chemical exposure. We explore the makeup of the air that we breathe, how to keep it clean, and how to reduce asthma triggers in our homes, as well as lead.
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Complete Lesson 5: Climate Change and You
Students learn what causes climate change and how we can participate in reducing its harmful effects. Discuss the Solar System, heat and light energy, atmosphere, greenhouse effect and gases, ozone, and energy conservation.
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Protect Children, Protect Our Future (2010)
tips to avoid risks from environmental exposure at home, school, and at play. importance of promoting policies, scientific knowledge, diagnosis and treatment, education, and global efforts in protecting children.
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Live, Learn, Play - Tune Into Your Health and the Environment (October 2004)
engaging booklet with fun activities and tips for teens and youth groups with information about how to protect yourself and your friends from hazards in air, water, and food.