EPA finalizes partial repeal of fossil fuel power plant standards
EPA partially repealed its 2024 power plant greenhouse gas standards for fossil fuel power plants.
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EPA’s new permitting map seeks to reduce regulatory confusion
EPA launched a map designed to help stakeholders identify environmental permitting and enforcement authorities.
Arkansas voters pass $385M bond for sewer upgrades
The repairs are intended to reduce sanitary sewer overflows into bodies of water that include the Arkansas River.
Nebraska launches new agency to streamline water and energy
The creation of the new agency is expected to improve collaboration across sectors and simplify permitting processes.
EPA modifies “forever chemicals” rules for water systems
While maintaining maximum contaminant levels for PFOA and PFOS, the agency plans to rescind limits on four other PFAS compounds.
Rhode Island secures millions to remove lead pipes
The loan, created in partnership with the Rhode Island Department of Health, includes nearly half the funds as grants.
Coal power gets regulatory relief under new White House plan
The compliance delay will benefit nearly 70 coal-fired power plant facilities and stationary sources around the nation.
America confronts urgent water infrastructure needs
While there have been temporary funding pauses for certain federal programs, the support for water has continued.
Illinois EPA distributes $113M to improve water, wastewater infrastructure
Local governments and water districts are the primary funding recipients and will use the grants to address aging and deteriorating water infrastructure.
Texas city pursues $771M water infrastructure upgrade through EPA loan
The federal funding, now in question, would allow the city to upgrade, modernize and expand water treatment facilities.
