Environmental Health and Safety


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Understanding California's Strange Fire Season and What That Means for Natural Disasters

Though California has a history of wildfires, the ones seen in the last decade have been some of the worst.

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President’s FY2024 Budget Includes $12 Billion for EPA

The budget includes funding for environmental justice and climate change.

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DOJ Seeks to Compel Manufacturer in Area with High Cancer Rates to Reduce Airborne Chloroprene Emissions

The complaint was filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court for Eastern Louisiana on behalf of the EPA under the Clean Air Act.

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Coal Now Economically Outmatched by Renewables

Renewable energy is predicted to make $2.97 trillion by 2030.

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More Than $2.4B Announced for Water Infrastructure Improvements Across the Country

The funding comes from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

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What We Know About the Train Derailment in Ohio

What effects has this had on the environment?

How Recycling Your Car Protects the Environment

How Recycling Your Car Protects the Environment

Choosing to recycle your car can impact greenhouse gas and help decrease energy. Find out how else it impacts the environment.

How Businesses Can Lead the Way to Net Zero

How Businesses Can Lead the Way to Net Zero

Here are five steps your business can take.



The Impact of Water Waste on Carbon Emissions in the Built Environment and How to Minimize It

The Impact of Water Waste on Carbon Emissions in the Built Environment and How to Minimize It

Thanks to technology, management teams now have a new generation of solutions for water sustainability and operational efficiency.

2022 Year in Review: A Look at the Average Monthly Temperatures Across Earth

2022 Year in Review: A Look at the Average Monthly Temperatures Across Earth

Last year ranked as the sixth-warmest year in the last 143 years, according to the NOAA.

How to Reduce and Dispose of PPE Waste More Responsibly

How to Reduce and Dispose of PPE Waste More Responsibly

What was the impact of plastic PPE during COVID-19?

‘Historic Investment’ of $23M for Puerto Rico Water Infrastructure Projects Green-Lit

‘Historic Investment’ of $23M for Puerto Rico Water Infrastructure Projects Green-Lit

The funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will go towards projects in five municipalities.

EPA Offers $100M in Environmental Justice Grant Funding

EPA Offers $100M in Environmental Justice Grant Funding

The history-making amount of funding will support community-based nonprofits, governments, tribes and territories.

Toxics Release Inventory List Now Includes Nine Additional PFAS

Toxics Release Inventory List Now Includes Nine Additional PFAS

The EPA announced in early January which PFAS, also called forever chemicals, were added to the list.

The Environmental Impact of Bikes and E bikes

The Environmental Impact of Bikes and E bikes

Can using bikes and e-bikes impact carbon dioxide emissions?

Four Ways to Ensure Environmental Reporting is Data-Based and Repeatable

Four Ways to Ensure Environmental Reporting is Data-Based and Repeatable

Understanding the data sources is just the first step, but what are the others?

How Can Businesses Move From Incremental to Bold Climate Action?

How Can Businesses Move From Incremental to Bold Climate Action?

The time to take small actions is gone. It's time to take bold steps now.

Preserving our Planet for Future Generations

Preserving our Planet for Future Generations

Reducing reliance on fossil fuels, preventing pollution and promoting sustainable practices can all affect Earth.

Solar Panels and Their Effect on the Environment

Solar Panels and Their Effect on the Environment

Solar panels can provide benefits for both people and the planet.

Settlement Proposes $1.6M in Civil Penalties for Alleged CAA, RCRA Violations

Settlement Proposes $1.6M in Civil Penalties for Alleged CAA, RCRA Violations

The U.S. and Wisconsin announced the settlement on December 1.