EPA Announces Nationwide Outreach Initiative to Reduce Lead Exposure in Underserved Communities

October 4, 2022 / by Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention OCSPP / Asia, North America

Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON (October 4, 2022) – As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to advance environmental justice, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is launching for the second year a nationwide training and outreach initiative focused on reducing childhood lead exposure. The program, Enhancing Lead-Safe Work Practices through […]

USIBWC Awards Contract to Kick Off San Diego – Tijuana Water Infrastructure Projects

October 4, 2022 / by Region 09 / North America, Oceans

Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) United States Commissioner Maria-Elena Giner of the International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico (IBWC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Administrator Martha Guzman today announced the U.S. Section of the Commission (USIBWC) has awarded a $4,659,432.00 contract to Arcadis, U.S., Inc. to start work […]

EPA Celebrates Children’s Health Month, Highlighting Unprecedented Investment in Protecting Children’s Health

October 4, 2022 / by Office of the Administrator AO / Air Quality, Climate, North America

Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON – October is Children’s Health Month and this year the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is spotlighting the historic resources advancing protection of children’s environmental health. The EPA is committed to protecting children at all stages and in all communities. “Protecting the health of our children and […]

EPA Announces $26 Million in Funding for New Mexico Water Infrastructure Improvements

September 30, 2022 / by Region 06 / Climate, Fresh Water, North America

Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) DALLAS, TEXAS (September 30, 2022) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced more than $26 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to the New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Finance Authority for water infrastructure improvements. At an event in Santa Fe, EPA Regional Administrator Dr. […]

Mexico Named Deadliest Country for Environmental Activists

September 29, 2022 / by Oscar Lopez / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A new report from the watchdog group Global Witness found that 54 land rights activists were killed in Mexico last year, the most of any country. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/29/world/americas/mexico-environmental-activists-killed.html

Where the New Climate Law Means More Drilling, Not Less

September 14, 2022 / by Lisa Friedman and Bryan Tarnowski / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A compromise built into the law ensures oil and gas leasing in the Gulf of Mexico for the next decade. Activists say the region has been “sacrificed” to fossil fuels. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/14/climate/louisiana-gulf-drilling-fishing.html

Unearthing a Maya Civilization That ‘Punched Above Its Weight’

September 13, 2022 / by Franz Lidz and Meghan Dhaliwal / Environment, Journalism, Lands, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Before the pandemic, the long-sought ruins of Sak Tz’i’, a small but influential Mesoamerican kingdom, were discovered on a cattle ranch in Mexico. This summer archaeologists returned to excavate it. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/13/science/archaeology-mayan-mexico.html

Climate Change Is Ravaging the Colorado River. There’s a Model to Avert the Worst.

September 5, 2022 / by Henry Fountain and Ruth Fremson / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Success in the Yakima River Basin in Washington holds lessons for the seven states at war over water in the American West. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/05/climate/colorado-river-yakima-lessons-climate.html

Assistant Secretary Cantor Visits American Samoa, Announces Nearly $390,000 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Investments

August 29, 2022 / by Jason Patlis / Government, North America, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior Interior Assistant Secretary Cantor today completed her first official visit to American Samoa where she emphasized the agency’s commitment to the people of American Samoa.  Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/assistant-secretary-cantor-visits-american-samoa-announces-nearly-390000-bipartisan

Vancouver Moves to Sue Big Oil After Deadly Fires and Disastrous Floods

August 29, 2022 / by NORIMITSU ONISHI / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A potential lawsuit by Vancouver would be the first in Canada to target the fossil fuel industry’s role in climate change. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/29/world/canada/vancouver-floods-fires-lawsuit.html

Mexico Sees Its Energy Future in Fossil Fuels, Not Renewables

August 17, 2022 / by Oscar Lopez / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The president’s push to bring the energy sector under state control has put up roadblocks to renewable energy and left Mexico’s climate goals behind. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/17/world/americas/mexico-president-renewable-energy.html

New Water Cuts Announced as Colorado River Hits Dangerous Low

August 17, 2022 / by HENRY FOUNTAIN / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment For now, the water-use reductions affect only Arizona and Nevada, together with Mexico. But talks to avoid wider cuts have so far achieved “exactly nothing.” Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/16/climate/colorado-river-lake-mead-water-drought.html

The Sunday Read: ‘How One Restaurateur Transformed America’s Energy Industry’

August 14, 2022 / by Jason Patlis / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Charif Souki’s long-shot bet on liquid natural gas paid off handsomely — and turned the United States into a leading fossil-fuel exporter. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/14/podcasts/the-daily/the-sunday-read-how-one-restaurateur-transformed-americas-energy-industry.html

These Groups Want Disruptive Climate Protests. Oil Heirs Are Funding Them.

August 10, 2022 / by Cara Buckley / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Beneficiaries of two American oil fortunes are supporting groups trying to block fossil fuel projects. One donor said he felt a “moral obligation.” Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/10/climate/climate-protesters-paid-activists.html

Biden Savors Much-Needed Victories. But Will the Highs Overshadow the Lows?

July 30, 2022 / by Michael D. Shear / Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment With the midterm elections around the corner, the challenge for President Biden is to make sure his latest successes resonate with Americans who remain deeply skeptical about the future. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/30/us/politics/biden-inflation-economy-approval.html

Interior Department Announces Fee-Free Day on Public Lands to Celebrate Great American Outdoors Act Anniversary

July 29, 2022 / by Jason Patlis / Government, North America, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior On Thursday, Interior will celebrate the two-year anniversary of the signing of the Great American Outdoors Act. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-announces-fee-free-day-public-lands-celebrate-great-american

Surprise Deal Would Be Most Ambitious Climate Action Undertaken by U.S.

July 28, 2022 / by Lisa Friedman and Brad Plumer / Climate, Environment, Journalism, New York Times, North America

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The announcement Wednesday of an agreement in the Senate almost instantly reset the role of the United States in the global effort to fight climate change. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/28/climate/climate-change-deal-manchin.html

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