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Trump's environmental rule-shredding will put lives at risk, ex-EPA heads say

Former EPA leaders warn against rollbacks endangering public health and environment due to proposed rule changes by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.

Trump is gutting the nation's environmental programs. Here's what it will cost Americans

The Trump administration's environmental rollbacks threaten public health and increase living costs, contradicting claims of regulatory relief.

6 days ago

Trump's EPA Proposes Repealing Some Limits on Mercury and Greenhouse Gas

EPA proposes to repeal regulations on power plants, claiming it will lower costs for families.

EPA Deletes Pollution Tracking Tools as It Offers Exemptions to Polluters

The Trump administration's actions significantly undermine environmental protections, threatening public health and community safety.

As Happened in Texas, Ignoring EPA Science Will Allow Pollution and Cancer to Fester

The Trump administration's closure of the EPA's independent research office threatens public health by undermining environmental safeguards.

fromBusiness Insider

32 vintage photos reveal what Los Angeles looked like before the US regulated pollution

Los Angeles has significantly battled air pollution since the 1940s, impacting public health and prompting regulatory action.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Trump's environmental rule-shredding will put lives at risk, ex-EPA heads say

Former EPA leaders warn against rollbacks endangering public health and environment due to proposed rule changes by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.

Trump is gutting the nation's environmental programs. Here's what it will cost Americans

The Trump administration's environmental rollbacks threaten public health and increase living costs, contradicting claims of regulatory relief.

6 days ago

Trump's EPA Proposes Repealing Some Limits on Mercury and Greenhouse Gas

EPA proposes to repeal regulations on power plants, claiming it will lower costs for families.

EPA Deletes Pollution Tracking Tools as It Offers Exemptions to Polluters

The Trump administration's actions significantly undermine environmental protections, threatening public health and community safety.

As Happened in Texas, Ignoring EPA Science Will Allow Pollution and Cancer to Fester

The Trump administration's closure of the EPA's independent research office threatens public health by undermining environmental safeguards.

fromBusiness Insider

32 vintage photos reveal what Los Angeles looked like before the US regulated pollution

Los Angeles has significantly battled air pollution since the 1940s, impacting public health and prompting regulatory action.

more#public-health

#environmental-health

3 weeks ago

As EPA Rolls Back Regulations on 4 PFAS, Thousands More Remain Unregulated

EPA's reconsideration of PFAS limits raises concerns about public health protections and corporate influence.

What to know about Trump's plans to weaken limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

EPA plans to roll back safety limits on PFAS in drinking water, countering previous efforts to reduce public health risks.

fromwww.npr.org

1 day ago

US news

Trump administration actions contradict MAHA rhetoric on toxic chemicals

3 weeks ago

As EPA Rolls Back Regulations on 4 PFAS, Thousands More Remain Unregulated

EPA's reconsideration of PFAS limits raises concerns about public health protections and corporate influence.

more#environmental-health

What to know about Trump's plans to weaken limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

EPA plans to roll back safety limits on PFAS in drinking water, countering previous efforts to reduce public health risks.

fromwww.npr.org

1 day ago

US news

Trump administration actions contradict MAHA rhetoric on toxic chemicals

#climate-change

How the EPA's environmental about-face could upend California's climate efforts

EPA plans to repeal regulations threaten California's air/water quality and emissions standards, seen as a major rollback of environmental progress.

fromwww.esquire.com

Lee Zeldin Rolls Back EPA Protections For Air and Water Pollution

Lee Zeldin's leadership at the EPA focuses on deregulation and economic growth rather than environmental protection.

fromFuturism

Trump Changes EPA Rules to Allow Vastly More Pollution

The Trump administration's rollback of environmental policies aims to maximize pollution, labeling it a benefit for American families.

The E.P.A. Shifts Its Mission

The Trump administration is repealing key environmental regulations, shifting focus from public health to economic benefits.

The E.P.A. is redefining its mission away from protecting the environment.

Saturn's Moons, Whale Urine and New NASA Missions

EPA plans to weaken environmental regulations, potentially diminishing recognition of greenhouse gases as harmful.

fromWIRED

1 week ago

The EPA Wants to Roll Back Emissions Controls on Power Plants

The EPA is proposing to roll back emissions standards for power plants, claiming minimal impact on air pollution.

How the EPA's environmental about-face could upend California's climate efforts

EPA plans to repeal regulations threaten California's air/water quality and emissions standards, seen as a major rollback of environmental progress.

fromwww.esquire.com

Lee Zeldin Rolls Back EPA Protections For Air and Water Pollution

Lee Zeldin's leadership at the EPA focuses on deregulation and economic growth rather than environmental protection.

fromFuturism

Trump Changes EPA Rules to Allow Vastly More Pollution

The Trump administration's rollback of environmental policies aims to maximize pollution, labeling it a benefit for American families.

The E.P.A. Shifts Its Mission

The Trump administration is repealing key environmental regulations, shifting focus from public health to economic benefits.

The E.P.A. is redefining its mission away from protecting the environment.

Saturn's Moons, Whale Urine and New NASA Missions

EPA plans to weaken environmental regulations, potentially diminishing recognition of greenhouse gases as harmful.

fromWIRED

1 week ago

The EPA Wants to Roll Back Emissions Controls on Power Plants

The EPA is proposing to roll back emissions standards for power plants, claiming minimal impact on air pollution.

more#climate-change

#trump-administration

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Fired (or not?) from Trump's EPA, this Berkeley resident says his worst fears have come true

The Trump administration's cuts to the EPA risks worsening environmental quality and halting wetland restoration efforts.

fromEngadget

Trump admin announces plans to shut down the Energy Star program

The Trump administration plans to eliminate the Energy Star program, which helps consumers save on energy costs.

E.P.A. Investigations of Severe Pollution Look Increasingly at Risk

The E.P.A. has shifted its enforcement focus under the Trump administration, reducing protections for air and water in favor of boosting energy production.

'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA says polluters can email for exemptions

EPA facilitates presidential exemptions for polluters under the Clean Air Act, raising concerns from environmental groups.

fromCity Limits

As EPA's Environmental Justice Employees Lose Their Jobs, New York Community Groups Pay the Price

The EPA's environmental justice office has significantly aided communities in New York, but faces cuts due to the Trump administration's policy changes.

Why End Energy Star?

The Energy Star program significantly aids energy efficiency and has faced potential elimination under the Trump Administration's proposed changes.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Fired (or not?) from Trump's EPA, this Berkeley resident says his worst fears have come true

The Trump administration's cuts to the EPA risks worsening environmental quality and halting wetland restoration efforts.

fromEngadget

Trump admin announces plans to shut down the Energy Star program

The Trump administration plans to eliminate the Energy Star program, which helps consumers save on energy costs.

E.P.A. Investigations of Severe Pollution Look Increasingly at Risk

The E.P.A. has shifted its enforcement focus under the Trump administration, reducing protections for air and water in favor of boosting energy production.

'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA says polluters can email for exemptions

EPA facilitates presidential exemptions for polluters under the Clean Air Act, raising concerns from environmental groups.

fromCity Limits

As EPA's Environmental Justice Employees Lose Their Jobs, New York Community Groups Pay the Price

The EPA's environmental justice office has significantly aided communities in New York, but faces cuts due to the Trump administration's policy changes.

more#trump-administration

Why End Energy Star?

The Energy Star program significantly aids energy efficiency and has faced potential elimination under the Trump Administration's proposed changes.

The Environmental Protection Agency delays limits on PFAS in drinking water

The EPA is delaying compliance deadlines for PFAS limits in drinking water, extending them to 2031.

Nearly Half of People in the U.S. Have Toxic PFAS in Their Drinking Water

Over 158 million Americans have drinking water contaminated with toxic PFAS, posing significant health risks.

SF politics

What the EPA's partial rollback of the 'forever chemical' drinking water rule means

The EPA is rolling back regulations on harmful PFAS chemicals in drinking water, which could increase exposure risks for millions.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Public health

EPA will weaken limits on some 'forever' chemicals

EPA reconsiders limits on certain PFAS in drinking water, maintaining existing standards for PFOA and PFOS.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

The Environmental Protection Agency delays limits on PFAS in drinking water

The EPA is delaying compliance deadlines for PFAS limits in drinking water, extending them to 2031.

Nearly Half of People in the U.S. Have Toxic PFAS in Their Drinking Water

Over 158 million Americans have drinking water contaminated with toxic PFAS, posing significant health risks.

What the EPA's partial rollback of the 'forever chemical' drinking water rule means

The EPA is rolling back regulations on harmful PFAS chemicals in drinking water, which could increase exposure risks for millions.

Public health

fromBrooklyn Eagle

EPA will weaken limits on some 'forever' chemicals

EPA reconsiders limits on certain PFAS in drinking water, maintaining existing standards for PFOA and PFOS.

more#pfas

#environmental-justice

fromKqed

On Earth Day, Bay Area EPA Workers Rally Due to 'Constant Threat of Termination' | KQED

The EPA is facing drastic staff reductions and funding cuts that threaten its environmental justice programs and initiatives.

fromAol

EPA starts layoffs of environmental justice employees

The EPA is terminating hundreds of staff through a reduction in force, impacting environmental justice roles as it undergoes significant organizational changes.

Senate grills EPA chief Zeldin over cuts to climate change and pollution programs

The EPA is under fire for canceling critical pollution and clean energy funding intended for low-income and minority communities.

fromKqed

On Earth Day, Bay Area EPA Workers Rally Due to 'Constant Threat of Termination' | KQED

The EPA is facing drastic staff reductions and funding cuts that threaten its environmental justice programs and initiatives.

fromAol

EPA starts layoffs of environmental justice employees

The EPA is terminating hundreds of staff through a reduction in force, impacting environmental justice roles as it undergoes significant organizational changes.

more#environmental-justice

Senate grills EPA chief Zeldin over cuts to climate change and pollution programs

The EPA is under fire for canceling critical pollution and clean energy funding intended for low-income and minority communities.

Public health

How the EPA evaluates pesticide safety

The EPA faces mounting pressure to expedite pesticide reviews while ensuring safety standards are met.

Health and environmental advocates emphasize the importance of rigorous safety evaluations amid industry demands.

#climate-policy

fromABC7 San Francisco

US House votes to block California's 2035 ban on sale of new gas-powered cars

Congressional Republicans are attempting to reverse California's plan to end new gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035.

NYC politics

EPA chief Lee Zeldin to kill car feature 'everyone hates'

fromABC7 San Francisco

US House votes to block California's 2035 ban on sale of new gas-powered cars

Congressional Republicans are attempting to reverse California's plan to end new gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035.

NYC politics

EPA chief Lee Zeldin to kill car feature 'everyone hates'

more#climate-policy

#environmental-policy

What to know about the EPA's major deregulatory moves

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced new deregulations that prioritize economic growth and rollback rules protecting clean air and water.

Coal companies want to dump toxic waste in the ground. Trump's EPA is granting their wish

Utility companies requested the EPA under Lee Zeldin to ease regulations on greenhouse gases and coal ash management, asserting federal overreach.

Trump Administration Aims to Eliminate E.P.A.'s Scientific Research Arm

EPA's plan to cut its scientific research staff may severely impact environmental protection efforts.

California

fromThe Verge

House Republicans move to stop California from setting its own vehicle pollution standards

The US House aims to revoke California's pollution regulations, highlighting a conflict between state and federal authority.

Republicans may face legal challenges in their attempt to block California's pollution standards.

fromsubscriber.politicopro.com

Trump EPA Reorganization Signals End to Climate Work

EPA is eliminating key offices responsible for climate regulation, marking a shift away from its climate work.

The E.P.A. vs. the Environment

William Ruckelshaus set a strong precedent for the EPA by aggressively targeting visible polluters right from the start.

What to know about the EPA's major deregulatory moves

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced new deregulations that prioritize economic growth and rollback rules protecting clean air and water.

Coal companies want to dump toxic waste in the ground. Trump's EPA is granting their wish

Utility companies requested the EPA under Lee Zeldin to ease regulations on greenhouse gases and coal ash management, asserting federal overreach.

Trump Administration Aims to Eliminate E.P.A.'s Scientific Research Arm

EPA's plan to cut its scientific research staff may severely impact environmental protection efforts.

California

fromThe Verge

House Republicans move to stop California from setting its own vehicle pollution standards

The US House aims to revoke California's pollution regulations, highlighting a conflict between state and federal authority.

Republicans may face legal challenges in their attempt to block California's pollution standards.

fromsubscriber.politicopro.com

Trump EPA Reorganization Signals End to Climate Work

EPA is eliminating key offices responsible for climate regulation, marking a shift away from its climate work.

more#environmental-policy

The E.P.A. vs. the Environment

William Ruckelshaus set a strong precedent for the EPA by aggressively targeting visible polluters right from the start.

fromNature

Daily briefing: Chimp societies drum to a distinct beat

Chimpanzees exhibit distinct drumming patterns based on subspecies, which may reflect their social dynamics and hint at musical evolution.

fromWIRED

The EPA Will Likely Gut Team That Studies Health Risks From Chemicals

EPA's reorganization risks dismantling the crucial IRIS program, vital for chemical risk assessments.

#air-quality

Despite progress, Los Angeles is nation's smoggiest city for 25th time in 26 years

Los Angeles remains the smoggiest city in the US for the 25th consecutive year, despite a 40% drop in unhealthy ozone days since 2000.

fromFlowingData

US news

Air quality monitoring suspended at national parks

Despite progress, Los Angeles is nation's smoggiest city for 25th time in 26 years

Los Angeles remains the smoggiest city in the US for the 25th consecutive year, despite a 40% drop in unhealthy ozone days since 2000.

fromFlowingData

US news

Air quality monitoring suspended at national parks

more#air-quality

fromInsideEVs

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Eligible For The $7,500 Federal Tax Credit Again

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has regained full eligibility for the $7,500 federal tax credit, making it accessible to cash buyers after a brief hiatus.

Alternative transportation

fromStreetsblog

Congress Declares War on State's Clean Air Efforts - Streetsblog California

The House passed resolutions to revoke California's EPA emission regulation permits, opposing state control over national vehicle standards.

EPA shuttering museum that cost $315 per visitor to stay open

The scarcely visited museum cost a whopping $4 million taxpayer dollars to build in accordance with Smithsonian standards and more than $600,000 annually to operate.

Environment

How Lee Zeldin Went From Environmental Moderate to Dismantling the E.P.A.

Zeldin supports Musk's approach to dismantling the E.P.A., evolving into a staunch advocate for deregulation.

NYC real estate

'Shady' $7B Biden climate slush fund recipient facilitated NY low-income housing sale that hiked rents, forced out residents: tenants

Sadie McKeown received nearly $7 billion for climate projects but has a history of actions harming affordable housing.

fromIndependent

Angus Woods: Why farmers shouldn't crow too loudly about their role in improving water quality

EPA reports a decline in nitrogen levels in 20 rivers, marking progress in water quality.

fromsubscriber.politicopro.com

EPA Wants to Gut Its Research Team. What Does that Mean for Clean Air and Water Rules?

Eliminating the Office of Research and Development could severely impact environmental regulations and the EPA's scientific integrity.

#nonprofits

fromTechCrunch

Non-profit organizations

EPA was 'arbitrary and capricious' when it froze nonprofits Citibank accounts, judge finds | TechCrunch

Environment

Judge Temporarily Stops E.P.A. from Clawing Back $14 Billion in Climate Grants

fromTechCrunch

Non-profit organizations

EPA was 'arbitrary and capricious' when it froze nonprofits Citibank accounts, judge finds | TechCrunch

Environment

Judge Temporarily Stops E.P.A. from Clawing Back $14 Billion in Climate Grants

E.P.A. Offers No New Evidence in Battle Over $20 Billion in Climate Grants

E.P.A. canceled a $20 billion climate grant due to perceived risks without providing direct evidence of wrongdoing.

fromBloomberglaw

More Than 1,000 EPA Employees Protest Return-to-Office Mandate

The grievances filed by EPA employees reflect widespread dissatisfaction with the agency's decision to end remote work, raising concerns about contract violations and employee rights.

Remote teams

Alternative medicine

fromNatural Health News