Permits call for major reductions in phosphorus; new limits on mercury, ammonia and temperature (Seattle, WA) The amount of phosphorus pollution entering the Boise River during summer months from the City of Boise’s two wastewater treatment plants will be reduced by 98 percent under two updated…
By Megan McConvilleEarlier this winter, I stepped off a bus into the brilliant sunshine. As I walked into a brightly painted neighborhood, I was greeted by residents wearing traditional Samoan clothing. They led me to an outdoor amphitheater where I enjoyed a performance of joyful Samoan dance and…
(03/19/12) HONOLULU – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded over $117,000 in Diesel Emission Reduction Act grants to the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa to be used for projects to reduce diesel emissions. “For the first time the Pacific Territories will…
By Lina YounesDid you know that poisonings continue to be a significant cause of illness and death in the United States? Did you also know that the majority of these poisonings are 100% preventable? That’s why EPA and its federal partners are joining forces to increase awareness of the dangers of…
Por Lina Younes¿Sabía que los envenenamientos continúan siendo una causa significativa de enfermedades y muertes en los Estados Unidos? ¿Sabía que la mayoría de estos envenenamientos se pueden prevenir en un 100%? Es por eso que la Agencia de Protección Ambiental de EE.UU. (EPA, por sus…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a complaint against CRM Rental Management, Inc. of Rome, N.Y. for not informing residents of its buildings about potential lead-based paint in their apartments. It is estimated that three-quarters of U.S. residential dwellings…
Ever looked a manta ray in the eye? I never thought I’d get to either.Their eyeballs are bigger than you might expect. If you’ve had a pet, you’ll most likely understand where I’m going with this and if not, well call me crazy.We had a moment.Through my scuba mask, between about a foot of…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has ordered the Buffalo Sewer Authority in Buffalo, New York to comply with federal Clean Water Act requirements for combined sewer systems to protect people’s health and water quality. Combined sewer systems carry domestic sewage,…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has ordered the Buffalo Sewer Authority in Buffalo, New York to comply with federal Clean Water Act requirements for combined sewer systems to protect people’s health and water quality. Combined sewer systems carry domestic sewage,…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Battling Insects that Cause Trouble in Paradise (Feb 23, 2012) Nothing in life is perfect, not even tropical paradises, thanks to invading pests like the Japanese beetle and the Oriental fruit fly, but ARS Entomologists have…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- New Courses/Training for Professionals for 2012 Explores opportunities related to continuing education for invasive species management professionals. Weed Day (California) -- Jul 19, 2012 University of California - Davis Aquatic…
By Lina YounesThe Magic School Bus books have provided amazing educational experiences for children of all ages. For almost 25 years, this book series has explored interesting adventures and field trips featuring Ms. Frizzle and her class aboard the Magic School Bus. Several years ago, EPA and…
Por Lina YounesLos libros del Autobús Mágico han brindado fantásticas experiencias educativas a los niños de todas las edades. Durante unos 25 años, esta serie ha explorado las interesantes aventuras y excursiones de la Srta. Frizzle (Srta. Rizos) y sus alumnos a bordo del autobús escolar…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Many New Upcoming Invasive Species Related Conferences added (U.S. and International), including : Insect Decline: The Causes and the Role of Agriculture in Mitigation -- Apr 25, 2012 2012 Agriculture Stakeholder Conference:…
Delta Faucet Co. and Bell Plumbing & Heating provide water-saving retrofits at 180 units (Denver, Colo – Mar. 14, 2012) Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency joined Delta Faucet Co., and Bell Plumbing & Heating to provide Renaissance 88 Apartments, a Colorado Coalition for the…
(Boston, Mass. – March 14, 2012) – The US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and the Massachusetts Dept. of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) have worked collaboratively at the request of the Boston Public Health Commission, City of Boston response agencies and the Mayor’s Office to…
By Laureen BurtonSpring is around the corner and with the season’s warming weather we often open up our windows and take on the task of spring cleaning. As a toxicologist for EPA’s Indoor Environments Division, I’m often asked if I have any indoor air quality tips that people might use during…
(PHILADELPHIA March 14, 2011) – American households waste more than 1 trillion gallons of water each year due to leaky pipes, toilets, showerheads and other fixtures, but fixing leaks can be easy and inexpensive. During the 4th annual Fix a Leak Week, March 12-18, the U.S. Environmental Protection…
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Phil SayreYou may have heard of nanotechnology, but then again, maybe you haven’t. Despite the ubiquity of nanotechnology—it is now widely used in products ranging from clothing (which…
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Monica LinnenbrinkNow I can look great and feel good about using my favorite mascara. Why? Because EPA researchers are collaborating with L’Oréal to help end the need for animal testing. EPA is…