Employees at the Federal Emergency Management Agency who signed a public dissent letter say the Department of Homeland Security violated whistleblower laws when placing them on administrative leave last week. The post Federal News Network: FEMA letter signers claim retaliation by DHS appeared first on Government Accountability Project.| Government Accountability Project
On this episode of The Unregulated Podcast Tom Pyle and Mike McKenna discuss the first 200 executive orders of the Trump administration, where the polling is showing how elections will go this fall, and more stories out of Washington. Links: American Energy Alliance · #248: ELGSES (9/8/25) The post The Unregulated Podcast #248: ELGSES appeared first on American Energy Alliance.| American Energy Alliance
Read the full article by Jacob Wallace (Waste Dive) “The U.S. EPA updated its rulemaking agenda, adding timelines for when it plans to advance several key actions that affect the waste and recycling industry. Rules that appear on the docket address issues like PFAS, incineration and climate programs. The agenda also omitted a projection for when […]| The PFAS Project Lab
Read the full article by Lisa Held (Civil Eats) “In April, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. went to Texas to tour farms and agriculture research facilities and learn ‘how America’s farmers are working to Make America Healthy Again,’ according to the U.S. Department […]| The PFAS Project Lab
Read the full article by Environmental Working Group (Phys.org) “Advanced systems for removing the toxic ‘forever chemicals’ known as PFAS from drinking water can deliver far greater health benefits than previously thought. They also slash levels of other harmful contaminants, a new Environmental Working Group study finds. The research underscores the fact that PFAS water filtration systems […]| The PFAS Project Lab
Updated July 18 - The newest type of stove on the market is the automated or ‘smart’ stove that use sensors and computer chips to adjust airflow, instead of relying on the operator. Automated stoves enable the operator to "load and leave," allowing the stove to maximize efficiency and emissions reductions on its own. These stoves are likely to be the next major step towards cleaner residential wood heating because it is well-known that poor operation by the consumer is one of the main rea...| Heated Up!
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The EPA’s Office of Inspector General found continued lack of enforcement of the EPA wood heater regulations, more than a year after its first major investigative report found similar issues. Unlike that in-depth report, this new report cites very specific details of instances where manufacturers and labs have violated EPA regulations. It found that even when the EPA knew of significant violations, it did not take action to correct the problem. | Heated Up!
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Catalunya frega els 4 milions d'ocupats i retalla la taxa d'atur fins al 8,1%| Ara.cat
Donald Trump’s administration announced late last month that it intends to remove all greenhouse gas emissions regulations on light, medium and heavy-duty on-highway vehicles. The post Trump administration set to abolish emissions rule for engines appeared first on Grainews.| GrainewsGrainews
A federal appeals court ruled that Zeldin could, in fact, withhold $16 billion in so-called “gold bars” that Biden sent to "green" groups.| Breitbart
Harmful, Adverse personnel actions are already accumulating for those who have signed letters or petitions Dissenting on recent agency actions (Dissents). More are waiting in the wings. We believe this violates employee's free speech regulations. Below is guidance for you on your anti-retaliation rights that you can use to defend yourself. It may be helpful in preparing responses to adverse agency personnel actions. The post KNOW YOUR WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS: GUIDANCE FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES ...| Government Accountability Project
By Brian Bienkowski Steel and coke plants in the US are regularly releasing illegal amounts of air pollutants and the Trump administration’s delay on stricter rules at these plants leaves fenceline communities struggling for long-sought federal help, according to a new report. The post EPA delay threatens fenceline communities near steel and coke plants, report warns appeared first on The New Lede.| The New Lede
By Vijay Jayaraj For 20 years, an alliance of partisan ideologues hungry for power and the profits of lobbying and grifting, along with crisis-obsessed media and certain academic elites, dictated what many politicians would back, what faculty would publish and what journalists dared to report about climate change. Activists leveraged the narrative of a false planetary emergency to demand energy … Read more The post Courage at EPA, DOE Can Make Climate Research Great Again appeared first on ...| CO2 Coalition
Read the full article by Liz McLaughlin (WRAL News) “As federal regulators warn that toxic ‘forever chemicals’ are showing up in more faucets nationwide, utilities in North Caroli…| The PFAS Project Lab
The EPA is holding virtual public hearings this week on its proposal to rescind the 2009 finding that greenhouse gas emissions endanger public health and welfare. If they get away with it, this wil…| Unsolicited Feedback
Impakter Why Growing Mistrust of Science in America Matters Although there have always been legitimate grounds for some questioning of science in the United States, the accepted notion has been that scientific findings and judgments are usually trusted, but on occasion, with a minimal level of mistrust. The new Trump Administration’s mistrust of science and research has dramatically increased, and while it clearly affects […] The post Why Growing Mistrust of Science in America Matters app...| Impakter
Read the full article by Hiroko Tabuchi (The New York Times) “Early this year, Steven Cook was a lawyer representing chemical companies suing to block a new rule that would force them to clea…| The PFAS Project Lab
Public water utilities are appealing to the Trump administration for a last-minute reprieve from new federal rules that would raise water quality standards for a section of the Delaware River that are set to be finalized next month. The quiet lobbying effort emerged in an Aug. 13 letter from the National Association of Clean Water… The post Water operators appeal to Trump administration for reprieve to water quality improvement rules on Delaware River appeared first on Delaware Currents.| Delaware Currents
‘If people could see this with their bare eyes, none of this would be happening.’| The American Prospect
Unyielding is a University of Missouri School of Journalism project for Investigate Midwest. With billions of dollars at stake, Bayer has gone on the offensive. Billboards along major highways. A social media offensive. Tens of thousands of dollars in campaign donations in Missouri alone. And a major push in at least 11 states to change pesticide […] The post Pesticide politics: Inside the corporate push to limit liability appeared first on Investigate Midwest.| Investigate Midwest
Unyielding is a University of Missouri School of Journalism project for Investigate Midwest. Missouri has nearly 27 million acres of farmland. Nearly all of it is blanketed by pesticides. Crop farming is integral to Missouri’s economy, and pesticides are meant to ease the process. But these substances also come with risks. The level of risk differs […]| Investigate Midwest
Read the full article by Jasmine Laws (Newsweek) “The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been rolling out waves of data showing which locations across the country have the highest leve…| The PFAS Project Lab
Mike Magee We awakened this morning to learn that there is a new word we Americans must learn if we wish our children and grandchildren to breathe healthy air in their near future. It is haboob. According to the National Weather Service, haboob is “an intense, fast-moving wall of dust kicked up by thunderstorm winds.” […] The post What does “Ha Boob” think of the haboob? appeared first on HealthCommentary.| HealthCommentary
Advocates, scientists, doctors, members of Congress, kids, parents, and other individuals spoke out in a series of hearings last week to let the Environmental Protection Agency know how they feel about a potential sea change in climate and environmental policy: the proposed repeal of the 2009 Endangerment Finding.| Eos
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Read the full article by Jasmine Laws (Newsweek) “New data released by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has shown that millions more Americans are drinking water that is contaminated…| The PFAS Project Lab
Read the full article by Austin Fast (USA Today) “Shane Pepe knows exactly how his town’s drinking water came to be polluted with the ‘forever chemicals’ it recently reporte…| The PFAS Project Lab
Even very low levels of nitrate in drinking water—far below the federal government’s safety threshold—may significantly increase the risk of premature birth and low birth weight, according to a new study. The post ‘No safe level’: Babies are harmed by even tiny amounts of nitrate in drinking water, study finds appeared first on U.S. Right to Know.| U.S. Right to Know
By Brian Bienkowski Children highly exposed to an insecticide prior to birth showed signs of impaired brain development and motor function, according to a new study of chlorpyrifos — a pesticide still used on US crops despite decades of warnings about its impact on children’s health.| The New Lede
The loss of the Research Triangle-based EPA Office of Research and Development would cost hundreds of jobs, hit local economic activity.| North Carolina Health News
On August 1, 2025, the US Environmental Protection Agency announced it was proposing to reconsider its 2009 endangerment finding about greenhouse gas emissions. “Reconsidering” here means rescind, revoke, roll back. In this post I look at why this action is a dagger to the heart of greenhouse gas regulation. Continue reading →| Unsolicited Feedback
Molly Oliver knows of the flood risks lurking in the twisty-turny valleys of the Delaware River’s headwaters near the New York-Pennsylvania border. And she suspects that warning systems meant to alert nearby residents of impending danger have gaps. But she also wonders what, if anything, can be done to offer complete peace of mind in… The post Is the Upper Delaware River ready for a Texas-like flood? appeared first on Delaware Currents.| Delaware Currents
Fears that the Trump administration is looking for ways to lift a ban on fracking is galvanizing environmentalists to defend the regulation.| Delaware Currents
The government of the United States has a fundamental responsibility to exercise public authority to protect the American people, and people in other nations, from preventable harm caused by climate pollution. This duty is embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States, which commits the government to: establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide […]| Climate Civics
DTE Energy argues it shouldn't be liable for its Zug Island subsidiary's Clean Air Act violations.| Planet Detroit
WASHINGTON DC (8/7/25) – Since taking office on January 20, 2025, President Trump, alongside congressional Republicans, has spearheaded a transformative agenda to secure American energy abundance, reduce costs for consumers, and bolster economic growth. Together, they have taken over 200 actions to unleash our energy potential. AEA President Thomas Pyle issued the following statement “In just 200 days, […] The post AEA Documents Over 200 Actions the Trump Administration and Congres...| American Energy Alliance
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin has announced a proposal to repeal the 2009 Endangerment Finding, a key legal basis for more than $1 trillion in federal climate regulations — including the Biden administration’s electric vehicle mandate. If finalized, the move would eliminate EPA climate regulations on motor vehicles and engines, restoring greater consumer choice in […] The post Trump’s EPA Restores Sanity Through Endangerment Finding Recession appeare...| American Energy Alliance
WASHINGTON DC (7/29/25) – Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued its proposed rulemaking to withdraw the 2009 endangerment finding for greenhouse gases. Concurrently, the Department of Energy released a separate report on the state of climate science. American Energy Alliance President Tom Pyle released the following statement: “For a decade and a half, the EPA has used the ‘endangerment finding’ […]| American Energy Alliance
Learn the top benefits of omega-3 fatty acids for heart, brain, joints, and more - plus easy food sources and supplement tips.| Nutritional Supplements Directory
Two recent Supreme Court decisions identify in which court EPA decisions can be challenged.| The Regulatory Review
Fueling The Conversation, Week of July 28th, 2025 Last week, I praised EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for taking on the…| IER
Dicamba (3, 6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid) is a broad-spectrum herbicide first registered in 1967. The herbicide is used on agricultural crops, fallow land, pastures, turfgrass and rangeland. Dicamba is also registered for non-agricultural uses in residential areas, including on golf courses. More than 1,000 products sold in the U.S. include dicamba, according to the National Pesticide Information ... Dicamba: concerns about health risks and crop damage The post Dicamba: concerns about hea...| U.S. Right to Know
By Meg Wilcox The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirmed on Friday a plan to eliminate its science research arm in a move critics say will| The New Lede
The Trump administration is exempting over 100 chemical manufacturing plants, oil refineries, coal plants, medical device sterilizers, and other companies…| IER
The EPA has proposed rescinding the 2009 endangerment finding and provided the legal basis for regulating emissions under the Clean Air Act| CBT News
Mike Magee In the wake of last week’s human tragedy in Texas, it would be easy (and appropriate) to focus on the role played by Trump’s reckless recent dismantling of FEMA and related federal agencies. But to do so would be to accept that the event was an anomaly, or as Trump labeled it on […]| HealthCommentary
Minnesota experts say Canadian wildfires will lead to more poor air quality days across Minnesota this summer, and into the future as temperatures and drought increase.| Sahan Journal
National Science Foundation employees are among the latest federal scientists to issue a statement expressing concern over the Trump administration’s actions. The statement refers to “a series of politically motivated and legally questionable actions by the Administration that threaten the integrity of the NSF.”| Eos
By Brian Bienkowski Republicans are proposing deep cuts to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the fiscal year 2026 appropriations bill, which additionally would provide new protections for pesticide makers and would limit federal help for farmers dealing with “forever chemical” contamination.| The New Lede
Since Chantal and Helene drenched North Carolina, residents have been reassessing what it takes to stay safe as climate-fueled storms rage.| North Carolina Health News
We are proud to be one of 36 organizations to receive a grant from Environmental Justice for New England (EJforNE), but unfortunately, the EPA terminated the program. Last week, Earth Justice, Southern Environmental Law Center, Public Rights Project, and Lawyers for Good Government (L4GG) filed a class action lawsuit against the EPA for unlawfully terminating the Environment… Read more » The post EPA Termination of Environmental Justice for New England Program appeared first on Defend ...| Defend Our Health
Day 2 of summer break from school, and it seems I have another post in me wanting to get out. I considered sharing more photos of my whirlwind trip to DC with the 8th graders, however, I decided th…| Karma's When I Feel Like It Blog
A study by the Waterkeeper Alliance documented elevated PFAS concentrations downstream of wastewater treatment facilities and fields treated with biosolids in 19 states. Unregulated discharge from industry sources are to blame, the group says.| Inside Climate News
Dr. Rashmi Joglekar, Associate Director of Science, Policy and Engagement at the Program on Reproductive Health at UCSF, issued the following statement today. On Monday, the Trump administration announced plans to stymie implementation of the EPA’s long-awaited ban on asbestos by threatening to delay and reopen the rule for reconsideration in a process that could … Continue reading Trump’s proposed asbestos rollback is a warning sign for all toxic chemicals| Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment
Federal funding cuts and EPA regulatory rollbacks rock Allegheny County projects on green infrastructure, climate resilience and clean air protections.| PublicSource
Am Ende des Jahrzehnts sollen EU-weit Glasfasern verlegt und viele Behördengänge digital möglich sein. In Deutschland geht es der EU-Kommission nicht schnell genug. Der diesjährige Zwischenbericht zur| netzpolitik.org
In Brief: EPA is proposing to roll back established protection from PFAS in drinking water. Furthermore, some lawmakers seek immunity for PFAS polluters. This double whammy to environmental protections will result in increased exposure to PFAS and higher rates of adverse health effects. This is contrary to the MAHA goals for reducing and preventing chronic … Continue reading Toxic Recipe: EPA rollbacks, immunity for polluters, and increasing threats to public health| Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment
Bayer executives have been warning in recent weeks that after losing billions of dollars to Roundup case settlements and jury awards, they may be ready to give up the fight.| The New Lede
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) damage female reproductive health, contributing to infertility, PCOS and early puberty, a large review shows.| U.S. Right to Know
Während in den (sozialen) Medien wieder vermehrt negative Berichte über die ePA 3.x, also die ePA für alle zu lesen sind, fand vom 04. bis 05. Juni in Leipzig der erste TI-Summit (Link) statt. Dort…| brainpainblog
Dr. Tracey J. Woodruff, PhD, professor and director of the Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment and the Center to End Corporate Harm at UCSF issued the following statement upon release of the Make America Healthy Again Commission report. We welcome the MAHA Commission report’s recognition that toxic chemicals and corporate influence on science … Continue reading Statement on Make America Healthy Again Commission report The post Statement on Make America Healthy Again Commiss...| Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment
At a shadow hearing held by the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, which conducts oversight of EPA, Dr. Tracey Woodruff testified that while most people have never heard of EPA’s Office of Research and Development (ORD) or the Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS), these programs provide vital and necessary information and serve as the … Continue reading Dr. Woodruff testifies on threats to ORD and IRIS at Congressional shadow hearing The post Dr. Woodruff testifies on thr...| Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment
Despite decades of scientific research and evaluation linking phthalates to male reproductive harm and infertility, these chemicals remain largely unregulated in the United States. There is little indication this will change based on EPA’s recent draft risk evaluation of dicyclohexyl phthalate (DCHP), which relies on flawed scientific methods that significantly underestimate health risks. So, PRHE … Continue reading We did the math. EPA’s calculations of male reproductive harm from DCHP...| Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment
Surely a made-in-Canada nematicide would be a boon for Prairie soy growers before soybean cyst nematode gets any further foothold up here on the Prairies, right? Well, no. The post Editor’s Rant: No soy registrado appeared first on Grainews.| GrainewsEditor's column & Production Tips - Grainews
By Brian Bienkowski Chemicals used to make plastics more flexible are linked to more than 356,000 deaths annually across the globe, creating what researchers called a “substantial global health burden,” according to a new peer-reviewed study.| The New Lede
Es van destruir 5.900 llocs de treball en el primer trimestre, segons l'EPA| Ara.cat
A new report from the American Lung Association notes a drastic decline in air quality and raises health alarms. Climate change and Trump administration actions, experts warn, will worsen the trend.| Inside Climate News
The statement by an agency spokesperson comes after two judges ordered the environmental agency to pay contracts signed under Biden.| WWNO
(Just The News)—President Donald Trump’s Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin is crisscrossing the country, meeting with policy leaders and everyday Americans to address issues of importance to constituents and promoting his “Powering the Great American Comeback” initiative. “Under my leadership, EPA will no longer view the goals of protecting our environment and growing our […]| based underground
A new scientific test can identify and measure the amount of pig manure in dust that settled in and around neighbors’ homes.| U.S. Right to Know
March 27, 2025 - Fifty-five years ago, the newly established EPA created a massive collection of images showing the harm we were doing to the earth (and ourselves). There is still much these images can teach us. By Louise Conner| The Ecological Disciple
Navigating and communicating the changes can be difficult. Here are some tips. The post Lead-Based Paint: Updating Risk Assessments for Dust-Lead Under EPA’s 2024 Rule first appeared on www.unleadedkids.org.| www.unleadedkids.org
EPA’s and Unleaded Kids’ tools can help communities project cost savings associated with the neurodevelopment disorder and lead exposure. The post Societal Benefits of Reducing Lead: Preventing ADHD Cases in Children first appeared on www.unleadedkids.org.| www.unleadedkids.org
By Vijay Jayaraj For two decades, the public has been bombarded with dire warnings of an impending climate-induced agricultural apocalypse. The claim is that a climate warmed excessively by the carbon dioxide emissions of human activity will ravage the food supply and plunge humanity into famine and chaos. For many reasons, none of this ever made sense. Now, a new study published in Scientific Reports has … Read more| CO2 Coalition
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Excitement turned to anxiety in North Richmond after a $19 million EPA grant was temporarily suspended by the Trump administration.| Richmond Confidential
The Trump administration is targeting climate organizations that received a Biden-era grant.| The New Republic
The plan may conflict with the new HHS head, RFK Jr., who helped sue Monsanto over lack of sufficient health warnings.| Truthout
U.S Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin approved West Virginia's application for Class VI well primacy on Feb. 18.| Farm and Dairy
The Environmental Protection Network, Lawyers for Good Government, and the Natural Resources Defense Council are committed to supporting EPA and other federal funding program grantees through building resources, developing webinars, and providing 1:1 support. [Read more]| Environmental Protection Network
La creació d'ocupació es va alentir al Principat l'últim trimestre del 2024, malgrat l'any de rècord| Ara.cat
Die AG KRITIS unterstützt den offenen Brief „Fünf Schritte zu mehr Vertrauen in die ePA“. Die jüngsten Einlassungen des Bundesministeriums zu Änderungen an der ePA, nachdem in einem Vortrag auf dem 38. Chaos Communication Congress Sicherheitslücken präsentiert wurden, erscheinen lediglich während der Testphase begrenzt tragfähig und bieten nur einen überschaubaren Sicherheitsgewinn. Es darf nicht sein, […]| AG KRITIS
Die Fachärztin Silke Lüder glaubt nicht an die Versprechen der elektronischen Patientenakte für alle. Stattdessen sorgt sie sich um die Folgen schlechter Aufklärung, das Ende der ärztlichen Schweigepflicht und Forschungsmüll.| netzpolitik.org
Hello, Community! We are happy to announce that the VyOS 1.4.0-epa1 image is now available to customers and contributors (and everyone can build it from the sagitta branch of vyos-build, of course)! If you are new to VyOS, the "EPA" part means "early production access" — that's the final stage when the release is already used in production by a subset of users and on our proper infrastructure. We declare it as a new Long Term Support release. This release has been in development since early...| VyOS - Blog
Die Umsetzung des Kartoffelbefehls von Friedrich II. aus dem Jahr 1756 war alles andere als ein Selbstläufer. Was uns zu Kartoffelbefehlen der heutigen Zeit bringt. Etwa die Einführung der elektronischen Patientenakte. Und zu modernem Standesdünkel.| netzpolitik.org
Das Bundesgesundheitsministerium widerspricht Medienberichten, wonach sich der Rollout der „elektronischen Patientenakte für alle“ verzögere. Allerdings geht die Akte voraussichtlich mit weniger Funktionen als geplant an den Start. Viele der Beteiligten werden dies wohl mit Erleichterung aufnehmen.| netzpolitik.org
The use of underground storage tanks (USTs) for storing petroleum products and other chemicals has been a common practice to enhance site operations. The post UST Closure Reports: Risks and Documentation Challenges first appeared on Environmental Risk Innovations.| Environmental Risk Innovations
EPA and DoE regulations: How do refrigeration standards and requirements impact restaurant efficiency and sustainability?| The ANSI Blog
EPA has taken many important steps toward protecting people from harmful chemicals in recent years, but a disturbing pattern has emerged in the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention in which EPA uses flawed and outdated science to estimate risk to human health. In doing so, EPA is taking several steps backwards in protecting … Continue reading EPA is going down a dangerous path on toxic chemicals| Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment
Coal advocates offer troubling new grounds for the Supreme Court to stay EPA’s carbon pollution standards.| Legal Planet
Fish oils and omega-3's might be beneficial for health, but where can you find them, what can they do for you and are there any risks? Find out here.| Nutritional Supplements Directory
Clean air is a human right, but biomass company Drax Amite is polluting the community of Gloster's air 24/7 with no relief. This injustice must stop.| Dogwood Alliance
The Biden-Harris administration’s preferred technologies of wind and solar electrical power require additional high voltage transmission lines as they need…| IER
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Yet only two months into a new administration’s tenure, we find ourselves with a new reality previously never before encountered by a millennial generation of environmentalists. After living in the comfort provided by having the highest office in the land vying for environmental reform, many of us f…| Intercon
According to Biden-Harris Treasury Secretary Janet Yellin, the energy transition will cost the world $78 trillion through 2050 ($3 trillion…| IER