Published by the Department of the Interior The new park commemorates the work of the fearless Underground Railroad conductor during her later years in life, when she was an active proponent of women’s’ suffrage and other causes. The park is located at the site where Tubman lived and worshiped in Auburn, New York, caring for family […]
Published by the Department of the Interior Secretary Jewell will discuss the Obama Administration’s record of progress as it relates to energy, climate change and conservation. Center Director Jason Bordoff will moderate the discussion. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/mediaadvisories/secretary-jewell-discuss-administrations-record-progress-energy-columbia-universitys
Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of approximately $1 billion in credit assistance for water infrastructure projects under the new Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) program. Read the full article at: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-launches-new-program-1-billion-loans-available-water-infrastructure-projects
Published by the Department of the Interior The new park will commemorate the work of Harriet Tubman, the fearless Underground Railroad conductor, especially focusing on her later years in life when she was an active proponent of women’s suffrage and other causes. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/mediaadvisories/secretary-jewell-formally-establish-harriet-tubman-national-historical-park
Published by the Department of the Interior Interior’s mission is vast and wide ranging — covering everything from protecting America’s wildlife and natural and cultural treasures to providing mapping, geological, hydrological and biological science for the nation and powering our energy future. That means we need a diverse team of hardworking, talented employees performing many different […]
Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) posted the final fate and transport report for the Gold King Mine (GKM) release. Read the full article at: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-releases-final-analysis-metals-released-gold-king-mine-animas-and-san-juan-rivers
Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON – Tomorrow, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will recognize leading electronics manufacturers, retailers, and brand owners for their significant contributions in diverting electronics from landfills. Read the full article at: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-recognizes-electronics-manufacturers-retailers-and-brand-owners-making-electronics
Published by the Department of the Interior Since it began making offers in 2013, the Land Buy-Back Program has paid more than $1 billion to landowners and restored the equivalent of nearly 1.9 million acres of land to tribal governments. The Land Buy-Back Program was created to implement the historic Cobell settlement. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/blog/10-quotes-reflection-elouise-cobell-about-historic-cobell-settlement
Published by the Department of the Interior The Buy-Back Program implements the land consolidation component of the Cobell Settlement, which provided $1.9 billion to purchase fractional interests in trust from willing sellers at fair market value. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/deputy-secretary-connor-announces-land-buy-back-program-sales-exceed-1-billion
Published by the Department of the Interior The grants will assist nine states, two Indian tribes and a local government prepare nominations of properties representing Hispanic Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, women and LGBTQ Americans. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-announces-grants-underrepresented-communities-through-historic-0
Published by the Department of the Interior Exit memorandum — to lay out our shared record of progress on these issues, as well as a vision for how we, as a nation, can carry forward this positive momentum in the years to come. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/blog/exit-memo
Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today awarded more than $7.7 million to replace or retrofit 401 older diesel school buses. Read the full article at: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-rebates-will-fund-cleaner-school-buses-88-communities
Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected 19 communities for approximately $3.8 million in funding to assist with planning for cleanup and reuse of Brownfield sites as part of the Brownfields Area-Wide Planning (AWP) program. Read the full article at: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-gives-38m-help-19-communities-plan-new-uses-former-brownfield-sites-0
Published by the United Nations [UN] Environment Programme – If current trends continue, severe bleaching will occur every year on 99% of the world’s coral reefs within this century – More ambitious emissions reductions may give reefs an average of 11 extra years before annual bleaching strikes – High-resolution predictions of annual coral bleaching can help […]
Published by the Department of the Interior The Secretarial Order issued today provides direction for the Department, and particularly Reclamation and FWS, with scientific support and technical advice from the USGS, to complete the technical, scientific, and analytical work necessary to make permitting, regulatory, and other decisions associated with various water initiatives. Read the full article […]
Published by the Department of the Interior The Buy-Back Program implements the land consolidation component of the Cobell Settlement, which provided $1.9 billion to purchase fractional interests in trust or restricted land from willing sellers at fair market value. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/mediaadvisories/deputy-secretary-connor-continue-nationwide-tour-visit-navajo-nation-announce-land
Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON – January is National Radon Action Month, when the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) joins with state, tribal and local public health agencies to encourage all Americans to test their homes for radon. Read the full article at: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/help-protect-your-family-lung-cancer-test-and-know-your-homes-radon-level
Published by the Department of the Interior National parks, wildlife refuges and other public lands are some of the most beautiful places in America, and we love hearing about your adventures on social media. These 7 tips for using social media on public lands will keep you safe while still having fun. Read the full article […]
Published by the Department of the Interior As fire seasons continue to burn hotter, drier and longer, Secretary Jewell will also highlight the need for greater collaborative action to enhance community resilience against these risks and strengthen federal firefighter safety and preparedness. Secretary Jewell has called on Congress to fix how the federal government budgets for […]
Published by the Department of the Interior Today President Obama designated the Bears Ears National Monument in southeastern Utah and the Gold Butte National Monument in southeastern Nevada. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/secretaries-jewell-vilsack-applaud-presidents-designation-new-national-monuments-utah