Science & Technology

National Enforcement Investigations Center (NEIC): Field Science

Information about the unique aspects of the national enforcement investigations centers field sciences and how they work together with civil and criminal enforcement.

2023 National Fish Forum

Information and proceedings from the 2023 National Forum on Contaminants in Fish.

Tools and Resources Library

The Coalbed Methane Outreach Program (CMOP) strives to provide stakeholders with the necessary tools and resources to maximize profitable methane reductions.

Frequent Questions about Particle Pollution

Frequent Questions

Protecting Human Health from Cyanotoxin Exposure During Recreation

Information related to Protecting Human Health from Cyanotoxin Exposure During Recreation

Health Risk of Radon

Exposure to Radon can cause lung cancer in both non-smokers and smokers. Learn more about Radon risks and read studies on the health effects of radon exposure.

Onsite Renewable Energy at EPA

This page discusses EPAs efforts for reducing the greenhouse gas emissions associated with traditional electricity generation and meeting federal requirements in its facilities.

Report: Audit of EPA Region 1 Awards of the Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities Grant Program

Managing HABs in Surface Water

Information related to Managing HABs in Surface Water

Managing Algal Toxins in Drinking Water

Information related to Managing Algal Toxins in Drinking Water

Managing Algal Toxins in Recreational Waters

Information related to common adverse health effects from exposure to cyanotoxins.

HAB Methods

Information related to Analytical Methods for Toxin Analysis

Learn about Harmful Algae, Cyanobacteria and Cyanotoxins

A general overview of algal growths that lead to impacts on human health and the environment, or Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs).

How People and Animals Are Exposed to HABs and Their Toxins

Information related to ways to be exposed to HABs and their toxins.

Discover the effects of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) on human health and ecosystems. Learn about symptoms and treatments for people exposed to HABs, which produce toxins affecting water quality and aquatic life.

What You Can Do

We can all take action to reduce some of the factors that allow HABs to grow and survive, learn to identify and report HABs and their associated illnesses to the appropriate agencies, and help teach others about HABs.

EPA Drinking Water Health Advisories for Cyanotoxins

Information related to the EPA Drinking Water Health Advisories for Cyanotoxins

Policy and Technical Guidance for State and Local Transportation

This page contains policy guidance issued by EPA and/or the U.S. Department of Transportation to assist state and local transportation and air quality agencies implement the transportation conformity program.