EPA Plan to Tackle The Gowanus Stench Has Brooklyn Residents Wary, But HopefulOfficials are addressing noxious odors from a sewer control tank installation in Gowanus, enhancing community communication and implementing odor-reducing measures.
'Feels like an assault': Anger mounts over new plan to swap habitat for golf, pickleball in South Florida state parksFlorida's DEP plans to expand outdoor recreation at state parks by developing amenities that may harm natural habitats.The plan has faced significant criticism from environmental advocates concerned about habitat preservation.
New DEP Technology to Pinpoint Flood Fixes in NYCThe New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is using new technology like hydraulic modeling to identify and fix sewer system issues faster, focusing on flood-prone areas for cost-effective solutions.
DEP: Some Bushwick Buildings Damaged in Fire Contain AsbestosExposure to asbestos during fires can lead to serious health risks such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.