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Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Noha GaberWhen I meet with college students to talk about the benefits of government service and the great work that we do at EPA, I usually put up a slide of a number of beautiful bridges and…
WASHINGTON – During a detailed analysis of four west coast RadNet air monitor filters, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) identified trace amounts of radioactive iodine, cesium, and tellurium consistent with the Japanese nuclear incident
WASHINGTON – During a detailed analysis of four west coast RadNet air monitor filters, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) identified trace amounts of radioactive iodine, cesium, and tellurium consistent with the Japanese nuclear incident
(DALLAS – March 22, 2011) The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced Richland College in Dallas has received the 2010 WasteWise College/University Partner of the Year Award
By Ameshia CrossStudent leadership is something I hold near and dear to my heart. As a high school student, I served as president of my school’s environmental club and started a conservation group. I also actively participated in student convocations spreading the word about environmental issues…
NOAA's National Weather Service, which operates the U.S. tsunami detection and warning system, says that the key to surviving a tsunami is staying informed and moving quickly to higher ground when a tsunami threatens.
(DALLAS – March 21, 2011) The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $485,000 to the City of Bryan, Texas, to replace the aging and deteriorating Turkey Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
By Darlene DinkinsI knew the slogan by heart, “Children act fast, so do poisons,” could recite prevention tips in my sleep, and rattle off poisoning data. Still, by the end of the evening, I found myself frantically calling the Poison Control Center for help.It was a typical evening of trying to…
Gasoline distributor fined $826,000 (03/21/11) HONOLULU – The U.S
By Brenda FoosHow did I become a woman in science? In third grade I got an “A” in science class, and I have been hooked ever since! Why environmental science? That lesson came when I was in high school and I participated in a field studies course in Acadia National Park. Growing up in Wisconsin,…
For Immediate Release No. 11-OPA-023 (CHICAGO – March 21, 2011) WHAT: Public hearing on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s objection to a wastewater discharge permit for Dayton Power & Light J.M. Stuart Station. WHEN: Wednesday, March 23
UPDATED – (please note differences in what was detected in Washington State and California) WASHINGTON – The United States Government has an extensive network of radiation monitors around the country and no radiation levels of concern have been detected. The U.S
Environmental News NEWS MEDIA ADVISORY (Kansas City, Kan., March 18, 2011) - EPA is recognizing the City of Dubuque, Iowa, with the 2010 Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund Award for Sustainable Public Health Protection
(Union, NJ) Kean University in Union, New Jersey has signed an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to enhance environmental practices at the school
(Union, NJ) Kean University in Union, New Jersey has signed an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to enhance environmental practices at the school
(Union, NJ) Kean University in Union, New Jersey has signed an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to enhance environmental practices at the school
Hundreds of surveyors from all around the United States will join NOAA's National Geodetic Survey on Saturday, March 19, at exactly 1 p.m. EDT, in the first-ever Surveying USA Day, a kick-off event commemorating Surveyor's Week coordinated by the National Society of Professional Surveyors.
By Barbara BennettFor Women’s History Month, I’d like to celebrate the importance of women in the work force. In 2009, women accounted for 51 percent of all people employed in management, professional, and related occupations. In 2007, there were 7.8 million women-owned businesses with receipts…
NOAA's Fisheries Service today announced that it will propose increasing the spiny dogfish quota to 20 million pounds for 2011. The new quota would be a 33 percent increase over the 2010 catch limit of 15 million pounds.