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Innovation at EPA

  • Innovation

    The exploration and testing of new and potentially transformative approaches to protecting human health and the environment.

  • EPA at America's Seed Fund Week / 2025 Virtual Road Tour 

    This week, the EPA SBIR team is participating in SBA-hosted America's Seed Fund Week / 2025 Virtual Road Tour. EPA will have a meeting room in the Earth/Climate/Weather topic from 2:00 p.m. to 3:25 p.m. E.T. on February 13 to provide an overview of EPA’s SBIR Program and answer questions from potential applicants.

  • Pathfinder Innovation Projects

    Read about success stories from EPA's high-risk, high-reward research program in the Science Matters newsletter.

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Innovation has never been more important for environmental science. EPA seeks better ways to address complex environmental challenges by engaging all parts of American society. EPA supports innovative programs that help states, tribes, and communities test new environmental strategies and promote environmental leadership on topics from environmental justice to climate change.

Innovation Programs at EPA


  • About Innovation

    Since its establishment in 1970, the EPA has been a hub for innovation, with its researchers and scientists producing innovative work to help EPA accomplish its mission of protecting human health and the environment. As environmental and human health challenges emerge, out of the box and inventive solutions are necessary to adapt to these ever-changing obstacles

    Learn more about Innovation at EPA
  • Innovation Programs

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    EPA numerous Innovation Programs designed to spur innovation both within EPA and externally, working with a wide variety of problem solvers and stakeholders.

    Learn more about Innovation Programs
  • Innovation Success Stories

    EPA research and programs continuously produce innovation successes which benefit the environment, human health and communities.

    Learn more about Innovation Success Stories
Contact Us About Innovation at EPA to ask a question, provide feedback, or report a problem.
Last updated on August 24, 2026
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