Spokane landlord reaches $4,000 settlement with EPA for lead paint violations (Thu, 8 May 2008 13:46:10 -0400) (Spokane, Wash. – May 8, 2008) William Henson, a Spokane area landlord, has agreed to pay a $4,000 penalty to settle alleged violations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) lead-based paint disclosure rules. The single family home Mr
EPA Advisory Committee Releases Environmental Technology Commercialization Report (Thu, 8 May 2008 13:45:06 -0400)
EPA to Clean Up Aerovox Shoreline (Tue, 6 May 2008 15:55:23 -0400) (Boston, Mass. – May 6, 2008) During this May and June, EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be excavating contaminated sediment along the shoreline at the vacant Aerovox plant as part of the ongoing cleanup of New Bedford Harbor
Reno, Nev. company pays over $80,000 for toxic chemical reporting violations (Tue, 6 May 2008 14:37:46 -0400) SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently reached an $80,080 settlement with a Reno, Nev. company for its failure to submit required toxic chemical reports, a violation of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act
Reno, Nev. company pays over $80,000 for toxic chemical reporting violations (Tue, 6 May 2008 14:18:34 -0400) SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently reached an $80,080 settlement with a Reno, Nev. company for its failure to submit required toxic chemical reports, a violation of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act
Effort to Remove Hazardous Materials Underway at Smithfield, R.I. Site (Mon, 5 May 2008 15:16:58 -0400) (Boston, Mass. – May 5, 2008) – EPA is coordinating efforts with the Rhode Island Dept. of Environmental Management (RI DEM) and local officials during the removal of potentially hazardous materials at the Providence Barrel Site in Smithfield, RI
Clean Drinking Water? Have Your Well Tested to be Sure (Mon, 5 May 2008 14:39:58 -0400) By Robert W. Varney Editor's note: a high resolution of Robert Varney is available at: http://www.epa.gov/region1/about/images/bobvarney-hr.jpg During National Drinking Water Week, EPA reminds private well owners that having safe drinking water means having regular water checkups
EPA to Conduct Cleanup of Carman Chemical in Paris, Mo. (Mon, 5 May 2008 13:38:50 -0400)
Significant Changes Proposed for Lead Emissions, Monitoring (Thu, 1 May 2008 17:38:59 -0400) Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., May 1, 2008) - EPA proposed a significant reduction in the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) for lead emissions May 1
Composting – The Next Step in Recycling! International Compost Awareness Week is May 4 to May 10, 2008 (Thu, 1 May 2008 09:15:44 -0400) PHILADELPHIA (May 1, 2008) -- Are you ready for free fertilizer and a soil conditioner that will give your flowers and vegetables a boost? Then break out the compost bin
EPA Announces Grant to Keep Nebraska Beautiful for Schools Chemical Cleanout Campaign (Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:48:49 -0400)
EPA Celebrates National Volunteer Week (Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:12:33 -0400) (Washington, D.C. - April 28, 2008) National Volunteer Week (April 27 – May 3) honors Americans who serve others in their communities through volunteerism and encourages all citizens to get involved in volunteer service
EPA Applauds Environmental Champions in the Virgin Islands (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 16:38:18 -0400) (New York, N.Y.) Three individuals and organizations from the U.S. Virgin islands received top honors today from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their work to protect the environment
EPA Applauds Environmental Champions in Puerto Rico (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 16:35:42 -0400) (New York, N.Y.) Eleven individuals and organizations from Puerto Rico received top honors today from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their work to protect the environment
EPA Applauds Environmental Champions in New York (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 16:15:45 -0400) (New York, N.Y.) Twenty two individuals and organizations from New York received top honors today from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their work to protect the environment
EPA Applauds Environmental Champions in New Jersey (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:51:38 -0400) (New York, N.Y.) Seven individuals and organizations from New Jersey received top honors today from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their work to protect the environment
EPA orders Scotts to stop selling certain pesticides (Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:50:23 -0400) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE No. 08-OPA073 (Chicago, Ill. - April 23, 2008) U. S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 today issued a "stop sale, use or removal" order against Scotts Miracle Gro Co. and three affiliates, all of Marysville, Ohio, for illegal, unregistered and misbranded pesticides
For Earth Day, Have a Greenversation (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:28:36 -0400) (4/22/08) Want an insider's look at what it takes to protect America's environment and human health? Check out EPA's new blog, "Greenversations," authored by EPA employees stationed around the country
EPA Signs MOU with The Green Grid to Enhance Energy Efficiency (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:30:30 -0400) (Washington, D.C. - April 22, 2008) On April 21, EPA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Green Grid to promote energy efficiency in small computer rooms
Winning Photos Show Passion for the Environment (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:05:23 -0400) (4/22/08) We invited you to share your best photos showing our mission to protect human health and the environment. Hundreds of you responded, sending in nearly 750 photos. Entries depicted scenes from around the world, including the United States, Namibia, Malaysia and Antarctica
U.S. EPA settles with Unified Western Grocers for alleged pesticide violations: Company agrees to pay $270,000 in penalties (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:16:09 -0400) LOS ANGELES – The U.S
April 22nd is Earth Day: Get local with stories that matter in your community U.S. EPA experts available for interviews this week (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:17:54 -0400) (4/21/2008--SAN FRANCISCO) In 1970, the first Earth Day paved the way for the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the passage of the Clean Air, Clean Water and Endangered Species acts
Earth Day Statement and Information Resources (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:26:41 -0400) (Washington, D.C. - April 18, 2008) Statement from Administrator Stephen L. Johnson: "Environmental responsibility is everyone's responsibility
Earth Day 2008: Show Me the Green! (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:06:22 -0400) (Washington, D.C. - April 18, 2008) Everyone is talking these days about "going green" and sustainability
EPA Leads the Way in Greening Information Technology (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:43:44 -0400) (Washington, D.C. - April 18, 2008) To promote energy efficiency in small computer rooms, EPA will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Green Grid. This event recognizes the innovative efforts of EPA and the IT industry to promote the "greening" of computer facilities
Gaylord Texan partners with EPA to reduce pollution (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400) Resort will cut mercury as part of national environmental priorities program (Dallas, Texas – April 17, 2008) The Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center will be recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency for reducing mercury throughout its facility
Guapo Skateboards joins EPA pollution reduction program (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400) Company will cut mercury as part of National Partnership for Environmental Priorities (Dallas, Texas - April 17, 2008) Guapo Skateboards, LLC, is one of the newest companies to join the Environmental Protection Agency’s national program for reducing priority chemicals
Earth Day 2008: Green Technology and Buildings Bloom on the National Mall (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:53:10 -0400) (Washington, D.C. - April 17, 2008) On April 20 – 22, 2008, EPA will hold the National Sustainable Design Expo which showcases new sustainable or “green” technologies
U.S. EPA proposes revision to California air improvement plan Request acknowledges pesticide use in Ventura County (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 17:41:30 -0400) (04/16/08) LOS ANGELES - The U.S
EPA Cites Pine Grove, Pa. Lab for Violating Federal Pesticide Law (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:11:21 -0400) PHILADELPHIA (April 16, 2008) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced that is has issued an administrative complaint to Paradigm Labs, Inc., for violating federal pesticide regulations at its facility in Pine Grove, Pa. The complaint seeks a civil penalty of $53,145
Pesticide Product Recalls (Wednesday, 23 April 2008) No product recall announcements listed. (See item below "Consumer Alerts for pesticide products" for additional information.) Pesticide registrants are required to report any potential problems with EPA-registered pesticide products. EPA works with registrants to recall products deemed faulty or substandard or that could potentially cause consumer injury or harm the environmental. Registrants often voluntarily recall products and reformulate or repair potential hazards.
Consumer Alerts for Pesticide Products (Wednesday, 23 April 2008) Contains information on illegal pesticides, "stop sale" orders, product use phase-outs or cancellations and pesticide label issues.
Stop Sale Order Issued (Wednesday, 23 April 2008) EPA orders Scotts to stop selling two Miracle-Gro products. These products are illegal, unregistered and misbranded pesticides. EPA will also issue a stop sale order to Scotts Lawn Care Service. Find out what consumers should do.
Motor Vehicle Recalls (Weds, 2 Apr 2008 9:00:00 EST) EPA publishes calendar year summaries of all emission-related recalls beginning with 1991. The report for 2007 has been completed and is posted on www.epa.gov/otaq/recall.htm.