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Public health
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trump's EPA Rolls Back Protections Against PFAS in Drinking Water

EPA proposed rescinding drinking-water limits for four PFAS chemicals, citing rushed prior rulemaking, while earmarking nearly $1 billion for community grants to address PFAS and other contaminants.
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Environment
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

The Unmaking of the E.P.A.

The E.P.A. is crucial for addressing environmental issues, yet its leadership has undermined its effectiveness in combating climate change.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

The Unmaking of the E.P.A.

The E.P.A. is crucial for addressing environmental issues, yet its leadership has undermined its effectiveness in combating climate change.
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Non-profit organizations
fromNature
1 month ago

Massive budget cuts for US science proposed again by Trump administration

Proposed budget cuts for major US science agencies include over 50% reductions for NSF and EPA, while military funding increases significantly.
Environment
fromThe Mercury News
9 months ago

Cleanup of toxic Richmond waterway creates divisions

Toxic pesticide contamination at the United Heckathorn Superfund Site persists despite previous cleanup efforts, prompting renewed actions and community engagement.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 months ago

Cleanup of toxic Richmond waterway creates divisions

Efforts to clear toxic pesticides from the United Heckathorn Superfund Site in Richmond are ongoing, but the EPA's previous remediation measures have proven inadequate, leaving contamination levels elevated.
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
10 months ago

Federal Science Workers Say Agencies Are Going in the Wrong Direction'

The federal government is filled with scientists who contribute to decisions regarding food, medicines, environment, health care, and more. However, as President Trump's second term began, many scientists noticed a shift towards an antiscience approach.
Science
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