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EPA head Regan, who championed environmental justice, to leave office Dec. 31

Michael Regan, who has led the Environmental Protection Agency throughout President Joe Biden’s four-year term, said Friday he will be leaving the agency Dec. 31, about three weeks before Biden’ leaves office

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EPA grants California authority to ban sales of new gas cars by 2035. Action faces reversal by Trump

The Environmental Protection Agency has granted two requests from California to enforce strict standards for vehicle emissions, including a rule aimed at banning sales of new gasoline-powered cars in the state by 2035

The Independent UK

California’s 2035 Gas Car Ban May Be Finalized Next Week: Report

California is the first state planning to phase out the sales of gas-powered vehicles by 2035, but that decision isn't federally approved yet. Now President Biden is racing to safeguard his climate legacy before leaving office next month, pushing forward multiple climate-focused agendas in the final days of his tenure. That…

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EPA hails 'revitalized' enforcement efforts as Biden administration heads to exit

The Environmental Protection Agency says it concluded more than 1,800 civil cases this year, a 3% increase over 2023, and charged 120 criminal defendants, a 17.6% increase over the previous year

The Independent UK

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How many hours did you spend surfing for a Black Friday special on Amazon? How did that work for you? One thing is for sure: whatever you found was priced higher than last year. Check out this Black Gold opportunity and see if it helps you be more merry as…

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Trump allies begin attack on EPA and rules protecting US drinking water

With about to grab reins of US, Republicans are starting an assault on the Environmental Protection Agency

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EVs Help Vehicle Emissions Drop To Historic Low In The U.S.

Fully electric and hybrid vehicles are helping America reduce greenhouse gas emissions to record levels, the Environmental Protection Agency said in a newly published report this week. EVs are not only helping bring down harmful carbon dioxide emissions but are also increasing fleetwide fuel economy rates to record highs.

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Many of Trump’s nominees for key roles are his MAGA friends. They’ve also questioned climate change

Climate scientists say reducing emissions is the way to slow continued extreme impacts

The Independent UK

President-Elect Donald Trump Started Appointing His Next Cabinet — Here’s Why People Are Worried

As fears begin over what a second Donald Trump term could look like, the staffing of the Trump administration has some experts worried.

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Automakers Gear Up As New Tariffs, EV Policy Changes Loom Under Trump Administration

In addition to the tariffs on Mexico, the Republican leader has expressed his intention to reverse pro-electric vehicle policies and rescind regulations enforced by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Transportation Department on his first day in office. He also aims to reduce or eliminate tax breaks and other incentives…

International Business Times

Trump’s cabinet and White House picks – so far

A look at the people who have been and still could be offered key positions when Trump takes office

The Guardian - US

Exempting Favored Industries is the Wrong Way to Fix NEPA

The Building Chips in America Act shields CHIPS-subsidized firms from the National Environmental Policy Act.

Reason

1 Stock to Profit from America's Crumbling Water Infrastructure

The Environmental Protection Agency estimates it would take $625 billion over the next 20 years to get the nation’s public water systems up to snuff. That’s up from roughly $300 billion in 1995 - but doesn't account for climate change. Just ask Asheville, North Carolina. This makes the water sector…

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Bad state data may misdirect nearly $1 billion in federal funds to replace lead pipes

The Environmental Protection Agency didn't ensure that states submitted accurate estimates of the number of lead pipes they had

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EPA data make it hard to know the extent of the contamination from last year's Ohio derailment

The way the Environmental Protection Agency has reported its test results since the disastrous East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment last year makes it hard for residents to know the full extent of the contamination they have been exposed to that they worry could increase their risk of cancer

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EPA Halts Sale Of Harmful Pesticide DCPA To Protect Babies

EPA takes emergency action to halt sale of DCPA pesticide due to risks to unborn babies, emphasizing the need to protect public health.

The Independent UK

EPA issues rare emergency ban on pesticide that damages fetuses

The Environmental Protection Agency announced an immediate ban on selling the pesticide DCPA or Dacthal

The Independent UK

EPA awards $4.3 billion to fund projects in 30 states to reduce climate pollution

The Environmental Protection Agency is awarding $4.3 billion in grants to fund projects in 30 states to reduce climate pollution

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The Supreme Court just ended ‘Chevron.’ What does that mean and how far will its impact reach?

Federal agencies such as the IRS, FDA and EPA will have to turn to Congress and courts for guidance under the new ruling

Salon

Failure to curb CO2 repeating history

The Supreme Court ruling on interstate air pollution is an echo of past failures to regulate CO2

The Independent UK

Supreme Court blocks enforcement of EPA's 'good neighbor' rule on downwind pollution

The Environmental Protection Agency won't be able to enforce a key rule limiting air pollution in nearly a dozen states while separate legal challenges proceed around the country

Capital & Main

Trump’s Environmental Agenda: Embrace Big Oil, Ignore the Climate Crisis

Project 2025 plan to gut climate policy and boost fossil fuels could set back global efforts for decades, say scientists and analysts.

The Independent UK

Citing toxins in garlic, group says EPA should have warned about chemicals near Ohio derailment

A watchdog group says the Environmental Protection Agency should conduct additional soil studies around the site of a toxic train derailment in Ohio after independent testing found high levels of chemicals in locally grown garlic

The Conversation

PFAS are toxic ‘forever chemicals’ that linger in our air, water, soil and bodies – here’s how to keep them out of your drinking water

Close to half of America’s tap water contains PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These “forever chemicals” are in thousands of products, from clothing and cosmetics to cleaning products, and are linked to cancers, liver damage, high cholesterol and asthma.

The Independent UK

EPA warns of increasing cyberattacks on water systems, urges utilities to take immediate steps

The Environmental Protection Agency warns that cyberattacks against water utilities around the U.S. are becoming more frequent and more severe

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