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Attacks on water systems are increasing in the U.S.

EPA is establishing a cybersecurity task force for water utilities.

A third of US drinking water systems have cybersecurity issues, putting millions at risk, and the EPA lacks a tracking system for potential attacks.

Cyberattacks on water utilities are increasing, with 70% of utilities failing cybersecurity standards, urging immediate action to protect drinking water.

Over 70% of water systems failed EPA security standards, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks and enforcement actions.

Water system owners urged to enhance security by taking steps such as updating default passwords and conducting cybersecurity training.

Incidents involving hackers infiltrating water systems highlight the urgent need for increased security measures and enforcement actions.

Cyberattacks on water utilities are increasing in frequency and severity, with 70% of inspected utilities violating breach prevention standards.

The EPA is falling behind in helping the water sector fight hackers and needs a national cybersecurity strategy.

Under Trump's potential return to presidency, the EPA faces severe cuts, leading to anxiety and potential mass staff departures.

Trump's nomination of Lee Zeldin for EPA aims for deregulation to boost businesses, sparking backlash from environmental advocates.

Zeldin aims to balance deregulation with high environmental standards as the new head of the EPA.

Trump tries to position himself as an environmentalist despite disputing climate change and proposing major regulatory rollbacks.

EPA sets first national PFAS limits in drinking water, reducing exposure for millions.

New regulations target five individual PFAS chemicals and mixtures, impacting public water systems.

Trump's choice of Lee Zeldin for EPA head signals a serious rollback of climate policies with a focus on economic growth over environmental regulations.

General Motors to pay $145.8 million in fines and forfeit greenhouse gas credits over excess emissions.

Settlement follows EPA and NHTSA probe into 2012-2018 model year vehicles for emitting 10% more than claimed.

GM not required to recall vehicles but forfeits credits to offset emissions, showing accountability in environmental regulation.

Smuggling greenhouse gases across the US-Mexico border for profit

First prosecution under the 2020 law aimed at slowing climate change

The ban on plastic containers contaminated with PFAS forever chemicals has been overturned by a federal appeals court.

PFAS compounds have been linked to various serious health problems and are difficult to break down in the environment.

The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked the EPA's Good Neighbor Plan, citing potential harm and economic implications for states and industries.

Biden's EPA rule limiting emissions from coal plants remains intact amidst legal challenges, highlighting ongoing disputes over climate regulations.

Supreme Court debated EPA's power regarding city accountability for water pollution in a potential landmark case affecting clean-water standards.

The EPA's 'good neighbor' rule faces challenges in enforcement due to legal battles, impacting air pollution regulation in multiple states.

The Supreme Court case poses a significant threat to the Clean Water Act and environmental protections amid broader interpretations sought by conservative justices.

The Supreme Court may limit E.P.A. powers over vague water pollution regulations, impacting environmental protection efforts.

A federal court ruled that fluoridated water poses an unreasonable risk of reduced IQ in children, prompting potential EPA regulation.

The ruling does not declare fluoridation as definitively harmful, but indicates a significant risk that requires action.

A lawsuit alleges government officials blocked fluoride study findings linking childhood exposure to lower intelligence for two years.

Federal regulators and the chemical industry are accused of hiding critical information about toxic chemicals, impacting public health and environmental safety.

Troy's water crisis is severe, with lead levels surpassing those in Flint, Michigan, putting public health at risk.

A federal court has ordered the EPA to reassess fluoride levels in drinking water due to potential health risks, especially concerning children's IQ.

Judge blocks EPA enforcement on disparate impacts, hindering environmental justice efforts in Louisiana.

The EPA announced new standards to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, mandating coal plants to install carbon capture technology and new gas plants to enhance efficiency.

The EPA's new rule allows communities to hold warehouses accountable for tailpipe pollution, marking a significant change in air quality regulations.

Michael Regan is prioritizing environmental justice, emphasizing the need to address disparities affecting marginalized communities.

The EPA ordered a scrap metal recycler in Watts to prevent pollution from reaching local storm drains and a nearby high school.

The scrap yard's stormwater contained copper, iron, zinc, and aluminum above federal standards, prompting the EPA to call for improvements in the facility's stormwater management system.

COBB Tuning has settled with the EPA for $2.9 million for selling products that bypass federal air pollution laws, contributing to illegal emissions.

EPA sets new drinking water standards to limit PFAS chemicals for the first time.

PFAS chemicals, known as 'forever chemicals,' pose risks to human health and the environment.

The EPA approved a rule to tackle air pollution from Southern California's logistics industry, allowing lawsuits against non-compliant warehouses.

California will receive $88 million in funding to purchase electric school buses, with $19.75 million going to the Los Angeles Unified School District.

The funding comes from the EPA's Clean School Bus Program, part of President Joe Biden's infrastructure law to electrify school buses nationwide.

Chemical plants in Louisiana's Cancer Alley release high levels of ethylene oxide, a potent carcinogen, exceeding EPA estimates and posing health risks to residents.

The ruling may hinder federal efforts to combat environmental racism, creating precedent for similar lawsuits across the nation.

New automobile emissions standards announced by Biden administration are ambitious but flexible, aiming to cut planet-warming emissions. Auto industry objects to strict standards citing lower electric vehicle sales growth.

Strongest-ever pollution standards finalized for cars and light trucks for 2027-2032

Goal to increase electric vehicle sales and reduce carbon emissions

3400 clean school buses (92% electric) funded in the USA, supporting EPA's Clean School Bus Rebate Program.

Water utilities face increasing cyberattack threats, with 70% failing standards. Urgent action needed to protect against severe impacts like water contamination and supply disruption.

The EPA is increasing inspections of water infrastructure due to rising cyberattack vulnerabilities.

Tesla is facing a lawsuit under the US Clean Air Act for pollution from its Fremont facility.

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a challenge on the 'good neighbor' provision aimed at reducing smog and air pollution.

The case involves the dispute over the Clean Air Act's 'good neighbor' provision intended to protect people from cross-border air pollution.

Biden Administration proposes stricter standards impacting U.S. automakers and introduces gentler regulations for EVs under CAFE standards.

DOE offers petroleum equivalency factor for EVs, while EPA issues tailpipe standards for 2027-2032, giving automakers flexibility in meeting rules.

EPA methodology change caused slight decrease in Tesla Model X 2024 range.

EPA delayed crackdown on existing gas-fired power plants

Sunrise Movement criticizes Biden administration

Methane gas emissions from oil and gas production are a major driver of climate change.

Reducing methane emissions can have a more immediate impact on climate change than reducing carbon dioxide.

EPA orders improvements at Hyperion Plant after sewage spill incident

Efforts to improve infrastructure to withstand climate change effects

The EPA announced new rules to limit emissions from existing coal and new gas-powered plants, aiming to reduce pollution and combat climate change.

EPA rule aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from coal-fired power plants.

The U.S. EPA has unveiled new, stricter limits for soot pollution, also known as PM2.5, which is linked to serious health issues.

The new standard is a significant reduction in the allowable limit for annual PM2.5 levels from 12 micrograms per cubic meter to 9.

EPA imposes stricter limits on ethylene oxide for medical equipment sterilization to reduce cancer risks.

New rule targets 90 facilities to cut ethylene oxide emissions by 90% and includes air testing and pollution control requirements.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has tightened national standards for fine particulate matter, a form of air pollution linked to lung and heart disease.

The new standard lowers the acceptable limit to 9 micrograms per cubic meter, aiming to prevent thousands of premature deaths and improve the quality of life in disadvantaged communities.

The U.S. EPA is preparing to reject California's plan to curb air pollution in Los Angeles, potentially resulting in economic sanctions and federal oversight.

Despite having strict air pollution rules, Southern California has never complied with federal health standards for ozone.

California air regulators are calling on the federal government to make the majority of the necessary pollution cuts, as some of the largest sources of emissions are federally regulated.

The Biden administration is using a powerful policy tool to crack down on methane leaks and cut greenhouse gas emissions across the entire economy.

New limits on methane aim to reduce climate warming pollution from oil and gas drilling sites, which emit methane that is 80 times more powerful than carbon dioxide in the short term.

The EPA has included a controversial calculation called the social cost of carbon in the methane rule, which gives the government legal authority to limit emissions from smokestacks and tailpipes across the country.

The EPA estimates that the new methane emissions rule will capture or prevent enough methane to heat nearly 8 million American homes for a winter.

The rule is expected to have net financial benefits of at least $7.3 billion per year from 2024 to 2038, including cost savings, climate benefits, and health benefits.