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German Energy Agency Opens Applications for 2026 Energy Award

The competition recognizes companies implementing innovative technologies and integrated strategies to achieve decarbonization.

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Double-Sided Paper Simplifies Industrial Corrosion Protection

New advancements in VpCI technology allow manufacturers to protect metal parts using sustainable, automated packaging methods.

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Targa Resources Named April Polluter of the Month

New satellite data and field investigations reveal frequent methane super-emitter events at Targa midstream facilities.

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NPG Launches Earth Day Population Awareness Campaign

New initiative provides resources to schools and government leaders to highlight the environmental impact of U.S. population growth.

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Microplastics and Pharmaceuticals Added to Federal Water Watch List

The draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List marks a historic expansion of the agency’s priorities for monitoring unregulated drinking water threats.

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Ducks Unlimited Honors 2026 Wetland Conservation Leaders

The annual awards recognize individuals and organizations making significant strides in North American habitat restoration and waterfowl protection.

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Regional Students Develop Creative Solutions for Plastic Waste

High schoolers participated in the annual EcoThink program to brainstorm environmental mitigation strategies and explore STEM careers.

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Hanford Contractor Earns National Award for Geospatial Innovation

A regional prime contractor received the Making a Difference award for utilizing digital mapping to streamline environmental cleanup efforts.



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US Facility Successfully Tests Chlorine-Free Wastewater Treatment

The trial in Pennsylvania demonstrates performic acid as a sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional chemical disinfection.

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Miller Environmental Group Expands Southeast Footprint

New acquisitions of Haz-Mat and Canco bolster industrial waste treatment and disposal capabilities across the Carolinas.

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Ozone Technology Slashes Tijuana River Bacteria Levels

A pilot study using nano-bubble ozone infusion significantly outperformed expectations by reducing coliform bacteria by over 90%.

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New Portable AI Sensor System to Detect Pollutants

Researchers are developing a miniaturized monitoring device to identify environmental hazards and ecosystem stress in real time.

Florida Waters

$1.69 Billion Awarded to Strengthen Florida Water Infrastructure and Resilience

Federal funding will support upgrades to Florida’s drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems, strengthening resilience and improving reliability amid growing climate risks.

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Federal Waiver Expands Access to E15 Gasoline to Ease Pump Prices

A EPA fuel waiver expands access to E15 gasoline ahead of summer, aiming to boost supply and provide relief at the pump.

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New AI Platform Simplifies Access to EPA Emissions Data

Context Labs launches OpenEPA to transform a decade of greenhouse gas reporting into a searchable and verifiable intelligence layer.

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Global Air Quality Declines as Wildfire Smoke Intensifies

New IQAir report reveals only 14 percent of cities meet WHO standards while climate change and monitoring gaps threaten public health.

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New Federal Strategy Targets Millions of Abandoned Tires

The EPA plans to reclassify scrap tires as fuel to accelerate the removal of waste piles from American communities.

Waste at a construction site

Iron Bull Introduces Durable Construction Waste Hoppers

New purpose-built hoppers streamline jobsite waste management with forklift-compatible designs and versatile dumping options for various materials.

Clean Water Infrastructure

EPA Proposes Rule to Streamline Water Infrastructure Permitting

Proposed changes to Clean Water Act Section 401 aim to clarify requirements, reduce delays, and improve consistency in water quality certification for infrastructure and industrial projects.

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CDC Updates Vessel Sanitation Standards to Combat Legionella

New regulations require cruise ships at U.S. ports to implement stricter water monitoring and pathogen control protocols.